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9/10
Long live the fighters
AfricanBro26 February 2024
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Phenomenal stuff. I'll probably calm down tomorrow but right now my heart's beating like crazy and my brain's screaming it's a bloody masterpiece. This is one of the few movies that I didn't try to control my expectations beforehand and it still surpassed them in many ways.

"Power over spice is power over all"- that kinda turned out to be a lie at the end. As The movie starts, I felt an immediate sense of tension through its score. It's a cinematic experience; I can't imagine feeling the same lying at home in bed, watching in headphones. The resonating vibrations as the sounds reverberate through the theater created an epic atmosphere.

When Part One came out people said it was "game of thrones in space", I wasn't really taken by that as much, especially since people said the same about Apple TV's Foundation series. So I just enjoyed the movie as Dune and bore no comparisons. After watching part two however I see it; the world building, the politics, the epic grandeur of it all.

However, the first half of Dune Part Two is pretty grounded and calm, delving into the lives of the Fremen. It almost feels like two distinct movies, the first half intricately setting the stage for the climactic third act and reinforcing character connections established in Dune Part One. Unlike the Part One's focus on lore, this movie is more devotion-driven, also resembling a political narrative, especially knowing of the hidden puppeteers behind the empire. The result appears to be an intricate web of schemes involving the empire, the witch-advisor women(can't spell their names lol), and the Baron's family. Despite the emperor's pulling the strings, the Baron's family still felt like main antagonist to me.

The second half of the movie is where we see the epic scale of dune. The movies not quick paced but you couldn't tell, I was absolutely immersed in it.

I absolutely loved the kind "The mahdi is too humble to say he is the mahdi." Theatre burst out in laughter. It felt weird, I wasn't expecting any humour. It's funnier than I expected. More lively than the first Dune movie. I'd already seen the Usul-worm-riding scene from the Dune Part One reopening bonus content. I was still just as excited and it didn't spoil a thing.

The visual brilliance, as expected was stunning, elevating every aspect. The authenticity of the scenes made it feel as if characters were immersed in the environment, rather than merely placed against a green screen. I loved the portrayal of time passing through Paul's changing eyes; the longer he stays the bluer his eyes get. Despite how lively it is, the plot, while progressing at a measured pace, remains engaging, drawing attention away from its deliberate slowness. It has much more action, the battles were absolutely epic, I feel like they could have been longer but they still captivated me.

Jessica disappears for a while, but just when I thought that, she showed up. Other than Paul and Zendeya, the rest of the cast doesn't really get as much screen time as you'd think. I loved the baby/embryo/featus scenes. Batista with no mask in the desert while his whole team's suited up was badass. I love him in darker roles, although I think some moments felt overly animated. But it gave an effective contrast to Austin Butler though, I couldn't wait to see what his character was like. Very fierce, intimidating and psycho. The girl shivering with the plate in her hands before the gladiator games made me chuckle. Butler did also sound like the baron at times.

Dune: Part Two stands steady on its own, it felt complete compared to the more introductory feel of Part One. Despite this, I still felt like it lays groundwork for Dune: Part Three/Messiah, leaving a sense of setup. The movie, while feeling like a precursor, still manages to provide a more conclusive ending. I also think you should watch Part One first, if that has to be said; and the prospect of a back-to-back viewing sounds like a fun afternoon.

One thing I can complain about is Stilger. I have mixed feelings. In Part One, Javier was fierce and was my favorite character, in this movie though he's depicted as a religious fanatic for the most part. It was done well, but I still miss the Stilgar who walked up to Duke Leto Atreides with no disregard. This felt like a different person, still fierce, just different.

Loved Austin butler though, I wasn't sure what to expect as I tried my best to avoid trailers and teasers apart from the Dune part one bonus content. That short lady in charge of extracting 'the water of life' had some insane calves on her, I'm extremely jealous.

While I was initially not convinced about Timothée Chalamet as the lead, he truly owns the role in the sequel, displayed acting facets I'd not seen before from him. The movie essentially unfolds as Paul Atreides' coming-of-age story, with Zendaya delivering an amazing performance. The first act, focusing on their love story, adds depth to the events at the movie's end. Zendaya's portrayal transcends the typical love story, I hope her role extends into Dune: Messiah, and hopefully adds further complexity to her character.

We see Paul undergo some transformations. From being the son of royalty to experiencing love, the narrative takes a surprising turn when he assumes authority in the third act. Although I liked it, it felt a bit rushed. But, I found solace/logic with the "water of life" spiritual poison, where drinking it resulted in a profound shift in your personality. The contrast between the before and after versions of Paul, as well as Jessica, is striking so it kinda made sense to me.

I think watching this movie at home won't do it justice, it's clearly made for the big screens if you can. It's pretty epic and I think it'll remain memorable as one of 2024's best movies, despite only being February. I absolutely loved it.
10/10
This is what Hollywood needs!
her506626 February 2024
This is what Hollywood needs. A great story with a great director/producer. After that the best thing a studio can do is get the hell out of the way and let artists create art.

Dune Part 2 is creative, beautiful, tragic, and mesmerizing. Never once did I get bored or anticipate what was going to happen next. I haven't read the book so I have nothing to compare it to.

Denis Villeneuve continues to amaze me with the effort he puts into each of his films. The acting in this film was top notch too. We saw it in IMAX and the sound was earth shattering. If you're gonna see this movie, see it on the largest screen possible.
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10/10
Ladies and gentleman.. the PEAK of filmmaking!!
and_mikkelsen28 February 2024
This is the kind of movie that is impossible to do justice, just by talking about it! It is the kind of experience you had once.. but you never thought you would get again.. until this movie proves you WRONG!!

This movie takes the aspects of the first movie and improves upon them in almost every way possible, already writing itself into the books of greatest sequels of ALL TIME!!

Everything in this movie was TOP notch! Dennis Villeneauve proves why he is not only a master of Sci-Fi movies, but just filmmaking in general! This was a demonstration of power, in what you can achieve with filmmaking!

I beg you to watch this on the biggest and best screen you can find! This will be an experience that will stick with you forever!

I thought the real Blockbuster was dead.. but I was wrong! This is the cinematic experience i craved!

Now I am gonna watch this movie again, and maybe again! Then I am gonna read the books!
10/10
Arrakis is Real. Believe Me I've Seen It.
HalBanksy4 March 2024
A monumental piece of cinema. And combined with Part 1, we have one of the greatest adaptations in genre literature history.

It's clear everyone on set was aware that they were working on something special here - because literally every single person in this production have brought their A-Game for a truly incredible technical achievement. And easily the best ensemble performance in a blockbuster since Fellowship of the Ring.

Paced to perfection, at once uniquely beautiful, thought-provoking and beyond THRILLING. Dave Bautista fights someone to the death, while hanging onto the outside of a helicopter that is being shot out of the sky - and that doesn't even reach the Top 10 action set-pieces in the film.. It just doesn't get better than this.
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7/10
Visual masterpiece, questionable narrative
thePopcornExplorer7 March 2024
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I have to start by saying that I absolutely loved the first movie. I wasn't familiar with the story and I went with zero expectations, only to be completely stunned by the masterful artwork that was Dune Part 1.

The music, the sound, the visuals, the entire world and its atmosphere, the characters even the plot, I found everything beautifully crafted and a breath of fresh air for the Sci-Fi genre.

I am not familiar with the source material so this is considering only the movies and while I had a deep desire to love this second part specially considering the reviews it has been getting and how much I loved the first one, I couldn't help but feel a slight disappointment... Let's start with the positives - the cinematography is consistently out of this world, it is a visual wonder, a mix of practical effects with CGI that blends in perfectly. The intense and dramatic sound effects associated with a thrilling and daunting soundtrack delivers! And of course the acting is consistently good, this time around it was great to see Javier Barden's character being developed and bringing some great topics to the table.

What makes me wonder the most to be honest is how different both the first movie and the second are being reviewed by the general public.. For once its running time is considerable (almost 3 hours) and somehow it feels strangely rushed... It's a bit odd to explain but in other words, we get so many scenes that feel that don't contribute at all to the narrative and out of the blue we transition to a scene where the main character changes the demeanor entirely without much build up leading to it.. The movie spends so much time trying to connect Paul to the Fremens, yet it fails to explore his own inner motivations, the moment we see his character changing, it gives you the feeling that you missed something.

Paul's betrayal to Chani also feels a bit irrelevant since the chemistry built on the first movie seems to just dissipate... The relationship with his mother is also very odd and inconsistent, her character becomes dark fairly early in the movie, in one moment she is her beloved mother and without much shared screen time he then seems to almost despise her by the end of the film without the audience having a deeper understanding of their relationship dynamic.

The newly introduced villains are one dimensional and having Austin Butler's character seemed pointless... there was no goal for him, he gets killed off almost instantly alongside with the Baron who got so much build from the first movie... An A list of actors like Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken and Léa Seydoux, all of them could've been amazing characters but get zero chance of showing that.

An entire plot with Paul's sister goes out the drain as well... messing with time started to become promising but it leads nowhere... I mean I could go on, in short the movie had many plot gaps, didn't develop the characters properly, poorly introduced the newcomers and relied heavily on its outstanding cinematography and sound.

It's a shame because I can't tell you how excited I was to write a praising review, but this was my honest opinion which apparently doesn't seem to align with the majority.

A lot of scenes drag without much substance to it, the highlight of the film was Javier Barden's character and the messages behind the dangerous of the concept of a Messia.

I am of course hopeful for the third movie, maybe with my expectations now lowered it becomes a great experience all over again.
10/10
The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Epic of our Generation
Dvir97126 February 2024
Had the pleasure to watch this film in an early screening and was completely blown away.

As a big fan of the Game of Thrones franchise, it's been a long time since iv'e encountered this level of world-building and epicness. Would highly recommend to re-watch the first movie in order to appreciate the subtleties and foreshadowing better, though it's not completely necessary since the movie is pretty self-contained and would please general audience that only watched the first movie 3 years ago just as well.

Denis Villeneuve continues to prove himself as one of the most promising filmmakers of our time, and if it was up to me I would keep him in these high-budget epic tales such as these since there are very few directors working today that can tackle this genre as good as he does.

In my personal opinion, the movie is better than the first part in pretty much every aspect. Hans Zimmer's score is masterful just as you'd expect, and one step up from the Oscar winner and Grammy nominated score of Pt. 1. Technical aspects such as VFX, Production Design, Sound, Editing, etc. Are all top notch and awards-worthy. The action sequences are absolutely mind blowing and sent chills down my spine. Denis direction is impeccable, and the story is absolutely fascinating- continuing to develop characters from Pt. 1 even deeper and introduce new incredible and intriguing characters.

The movie serves as a great wrap-up to the story introduced in Pt. 1 however in my opinion could serve as an even better set-up to a possible masterpiece in Dune: Messiah, which I really hope will get green-lit soon.

I believe (and surely hope) this movie will be a major player in the next Award Season. Below-the-line wins are pretty much guaranteed as of now, but I hope it will get some love in above-the-line categories such as Direction and even Best Picture, perhaps to break stigmas presented against the Fantasy/Sci-Fi genre in recent years at the Academy. As a big fan of the genre, unless a better competitor will be released later this eligibility period, maybe it's time for a movie like this to triumph once again.

Don't miss the opportunity to catch this movie on IMAX, since I believe it's an historic piece of epic-Fantasy/Sci-Fi cinema and a movie that will be remembered as a classic of the genre.

Extremely recommended.
10/10
WOW! I need Dune Messiah now.
Ellimof26 February 2024
If you liked or loved the first one, the same will apply for this one. Personally, I loved this one even more and I think general audiences will as well. So I hope it does well at the box office because I need Dune Messiah now. This is everything I love about going to the movies. Also, Hans Zimmer.

For book readers, I'd say this one takes more liberties than the first, but they were changes I liked, some for the better even. For the most part, it still hits the main beats from the book with a few things altered. The biggest change being no time jump. Therefore, a certain character doesn't fully appear in the movie contrary to the book. Though, they still use the character in a different way that I liked personally.

I know it's early in the year, but you can lock some Oscar nominations for this movie: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Score, Best Sound, Best Visual Effects, Best Costume, Best Production Design, Best Makeup, and hopefully Rebecca Ferguson this time for Best Supporting Actress. I guess that's pretty much every category now that I've typed it out lol.
10/10
Paul Atreides is handled masterfully
poseyfan1 March 2024
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"Dune" has been successfully put to the big screen. Not only is this a good adaptation, it passes with flying colors.

The character arc of Paul Atreides is fascinating and complex. I love how they delved into his psyche and motivations so prevalently in this movie. He is reluctant to take up the Messianic mantle because he knows it's a lie. But things go according to his vision and he becomes a morally complex character. Religious fantacism takes hold of the fremen.

It is up for interpretation what kind of character Paul becomes. Is he a tyrant? Was it the only path? What does religion have to do with it? Paul takes hold of the Bene Gesserit lie by exploiting faith.

This leads to other questions. Can one truly trust the arm of flesh? The frailty of man? Leaders have come and gone throughout history bringing different ideals.

One's own morality comes into play. Agency is vital to the human experience. Man will always falter. This leads to questions of a higher power and His role. Is there a God above? What are the implications of that?

We don't get stories like this in Hollywood anymore. There is no happy ending in Dune, and one can only ponder the moral complexities of it. The book and movie have made me contemplate many things and I deeply appreciate stories like that.

Others have already applauded the effects, acting and script, so I won't go into that too much here. What I will say is it was the best looking movie I have ever seen. Everything looked lived in. The fight scenes were choreographed masterfully. Each actor gave outstanding performances. Hans Zimmer gives a mesmerizing soundtrack.

Frank Herbert's vision was honored masterfully. Well done Denis Villeneuve.
10/10
A masterpiece, a pillar of sci-fi/fantasy
awessel-5811726 February 2024
This was a perfect sequel to Denis' part one. It accomplished all the main plot points of the book while delivering stellar performances and visuals that most films only dream of having. This film will go down as one of the best in sci-fi/fantasy and it deserves all the laurels it will be gifted. Not in the longest time has a franchise, and a singular movie, captivated me in such a way. This story, these characters, this planet, Dune, lives rent-free in my mind. You would be doing yourself a disservice not seeing this film in IMAX, as the soundscapes created and the soundtrack by Hans Zimmer are so immersive you feel like you are a part of every scene. This movie is a masterpiece in storytelling. 10/10.
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10/10
RIDICULOUS
impactful2 March 2024
We have waited many, many years for a movie of this caliber. I'm 59 years old, a female, grandmother and retired - this was THE. BEST. MOVIE I have ever seen. I don't tend to like si-fi movies so I went along with my husband as a favor . The length of this movie wasn't even noticed by us; it wasn't long enough to be honest. We wanted MORE. It ended and we weren't done yet. We know how long it takes for sequels to come along - so who knows if I'll still be on the planet to see it. I hope I am. And I hope they can do it justice. The last time I remember a movie being THIS good: I was in high school in the 80's. DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THIS MOVIE IN THE THEATRE. CRAZY GOOD.
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10/10
One Of The Greatest Sequel Ever Made, Dune: Part Two Was Easily The Best Films Of The Year So Far
HabibieHakim12328 February 2024
In the quiet embrace of ink and page, a story unfolded, timeless and sage, through the lens of a filmmaker's artistry, its essence soared, a masterpiece for all to see, i think Denis Villeneuve has just made the most visually stunning epic story of a movie that's ever been made, the most powerful story of a movie ever been told in the last 20 years, there has been no movies with this scale resulting in not just a piece of a film no more but a piece of art, it's what Infinity War and Endgame looks like if it's not a superhero for kids entertainment type movie, the more adult version of Star Wars, Dune has just become the most intriguing, fascinating, and admirable movie world that we should always get excited about right now, Marvel universe are over, Star Wars universe are over, let the maestro Denis Villeneuve handle all of this if they are gonna make another one, i'm glad to be able to say that i think Dune: Part Two was a Masterpiece, i haven't felt this awe feeling and just pure fascinated at a movie like this in quite a long time, i have nothing to complain about the story and the visual of the film because i felt most of it if not all of it was just perfect, i cannot describe how incredible the visual of the film was, how mesmerizing the sound and the score of the film was, and how amazing all of the performance was, props to Timothée Chalamet, i'm not surprise if he gets the nomination for best actor for the Oscars next year, he totally deserve it and absolutely needs to be considered, each dialogue was great, each scene from one to another felt important and worth it, action scenes are some of the best i've seen in a while, and the perfect stabilisation between the action and the narration scene are very well done, 2 hours and 47 minutes of pure grand epic film fills with the most stunning visual that you could possibly imagine, and an intriguing story telling that kept you going for the whole duration, it's that good, it's that epic, it's that great, Mastering others is strength, mastering yourself is true power, overall i could see both Denis Villeneuve Dune finally get the influential recognition 10 years from now, and specifically Part Two being also one of the greatest sequel ever made, Dune: Part Two was easily the best films of the year so far, it is more than what he supposed to deliver.
10/10
A movie of epic proportions, everything I'd hoped for.
Sleepin_Dragon29 February 2024
Paul has to prove himself to both Chani and The Fremen, his dreams become more vivid, one path leads to destruction, maybe even the loss of Chani.

I don't think I've anticipated a film quite so much as this, since being spellbound by the first, I counted down the days for this follow up, and by chance got to see it a day early.

In one single word, captivating, the best film I've seen in a very long time, absolutely wonderful from start to finish, the character development, visuals, music, action sequences are all tremendous.

We get to see Paul growing before our very eyes, the character at the end of the film is very different to the one at the start, the best yet from Chalamet, he shows a degree of grit.

A special mention about the performance of Austin Butler, I thought he was incredibly good as Feyd Rauth, what a menacing villain, one of those that had you wondering about what he'd do next, and that makeup, awesome.

I can't fault a single performance, inspired casting, backed up by a marvellous script.

The music is spot on once again, I instantly wanted to download Ripples in The sand and Paul's Dream once again.

Incredible visuals, from the amazing location work, to the creative camera work, and the jaw dropping special effects.

I thought this was going to be the toughest movie of the franchise, as so much happens at the start and the finish, it wasn't the case, this was a fabulous movie.

10/10.
8/10
Beautiful production, less than perfect script
geotech-275072 March 2024
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As with the first film, the production was beautiful. I loved the opening scenes with the Harkonnen soldiers. The arena fight between Austin Butler and the last Atreides Robert Yuan (actors names) was fantastic. The battles with the harvesters were phenomenal.

The script, however, left me a little bit disappointed. What about the Guild Navigators? And how were the worms used after they came through the pass in the mountains opened up by the atomics? There was only one sequence of the initial charge (marvelous sequence when the gunships entered) but then nothing. The Sardurkar were not given enough respect in this film. There was only one scene that showed them respect and that was when they rose up from the fallen sand and rock debris and stood their ground preparing for the oncoming onslaught instead of panicking. Other than that I felt the film should have spent more time on tactical combat scenes in what was supposed to be an epic battle at the end of the film, maybe trim time off of the other dragged out sequences in the film. The first movie did a better job with the Sardaukar, you actually feared them. The epic battle at the end of this movie was less than epic. And poor Bautista, they should not have made him act like such a wimp, should have had a more glorious fight even in retreat.

As much as I like Walken, I thought he was poorly cast to be Emperor. The 1984 film had a perfect actor for the personality. This is Villeneuve's fault, he picked him.

The script also fails to emphasize that Paul is the Kwisatz Haderach at the end of the movie. Paul's initial ability to vaguely see the future comes from the centuries of genetic tinkering of the women of the Ben Gesserat, but after he drinks the water of life and not only survives but develops the ability to see an individual's past, as evident by the scenes in the Fremen temple where he looks at individuals and describes their past, and more clearly sees optional future outcomes, and after he actually fulfills all of the prophecies of the Fremen, the story is true, he really is the Messiah of Arrakis, justifying the religion, and he really is the Kwisatz Haderach, a man with abilities that no other man has. But the film appears to gloss over this. Shame. He is not just some populist charismatic man blamed by the likes of Zendaya's character for (perceived) fooling anyone to follow him and falling for the appeal of power and giving up his principles, he is more than that.

My critique of the first film was not enough emotion, well part 2 does a better job, especially after Paul survives the water of life and becomes the anti-hero, all hell breaks loose. And Zendaya's character being a more independent women than the 1984 film was interesting, albeit the combat skills or luck were not realistic unless you buy that the Sardaukar were that inept. Part 1 was a better drama than part 2, but part 2 has some great action sequences, besides the disappointments I mentioned earlier. Not a perfect film for this Dune 1984 admirer.
10/10
Hard to put into words
euricodcosta28 February 2024
As an avid movie fan I see plenty of movies, many average, many bad, a few good and once in while great. But I use the word great scarcely. Dune 2 is better than great. Oppenheimer was a great movie but I wouldn't rush back to see it a second time in the near future. Dune 2, I would see it again tomorrow. The story is on par to the Star Wars legacy, the acting, on par with Oppenheimer, the SFX better than the two movies just mentioned combined. When the movie finished (over 2 and half hours) I still wanted more. The emotional ride was like nothing I can remember from ANY movie I can remember. Best movie of the year? I don't think so, best movie of a generation is more akin to what I saw. Wish I could give it 11 stars.
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10/10
The Dark Knight and Empire Strikes Back of our generation...
christianreedbrown-6514526 February 2024
I just got out of an early access showing and it was absolutely incredible. See for yourself in IMAX. The characters, acting, screenplay, world building, storytelling, score, actions sequences, cinematography, and everything in between make for a cinematic masterpiece. Denis Villeneuve provides a masterclass of filmmaking. The casting continuation was perfect all the way through, with great new add-ons. Timothee Chalamet is believable, raw and real as Paul Atriedes. He was flawless as the lead. Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, and Josh Brolin are fantastic per usual. Stellan Skarsgard and Dave Bautista continue their evil. Austin Butler steals the show as Feyd-Rautha, and Florence Pugh and Christopher Walken are solid fresh casts.

Overall, Dune: Part Two is an inspiring, visually stunning sci-fi spectacle and an incredible collision of myth, adventure, and destiny on a galactic scale. It's a fantastic piece of filmmaking, rarely seen in modern day cinema.
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9/10
Incredible Film
nickventura-9889626 February 2024
Saw an early screening of this film at the Tilton Square Theatre in New Jersey, and I was completely blown away. From the opening scene all the way until the credits I never felt bored, which is impressive for a 2 hour and 45 minute film.

I don't want to write too much here, I prefer anyone reading this with the slightest bit of interest in the film to go see it immediately. It doesn't release worldwide until March 1st, so grab tickets and I would highly recommended you see it in IMAX if possible. Almost the entirety of the movie is filmed with IMAX cameras.

This movie is an absolute visual spectacle probably going to win a couple Oscar's for sound editing, picture, etc., and the fight scenes are choreographed so fantastically. Like I stated in the beginning, see this film!
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10/10
Denis Villeneuve is a modern sorcerer in Sci-Fi!
elijahbutler-4011926 February 2024
Dune: Part Two is simply Denis Villeneuve's Magnum Opus in his filmography. I've loved this director's work since "Blade Runner 2049", and "Arrival". He did an excellent job placing his vision on the first Dune, but here, Villeneuve cranks his direction times 10!

The structure, set-up, visuals, sound and story are crafted in ways that are hard for me to put in words, due to how everything came together so miraculously. The acting is also top-notch! Timothée Chalamet in particular is unbelievably phenomenal, and Zendaya does a great job as well. Austin Butler, Rebecca Ferguson and Florence Pugh are also excellent! Denis never lets you out of this experience! The pure weight of the film is presented through astounding narratives, rich cinematography, an epic story and mesmerizing action sequences that will make your seat rumble if you watch this on the big screen!

There are quite a handful of thrilling moments that I still have no idea how they came out THIS good in the end! Denis Villeneuve is truly a sorcerer in the Sci-Fi genre! Every frame and detail in his films are captivating as hell, and it's no different here in the slightest!

Dune: Part Two made me leave the theater feeling inspired! There's so much to take away from this masterpiece! Definitely my #1 favorite movie of this year as of now! Bring on Dune: Part Three as fast as possible!
7/10
Spectacle
davidmvining1 March 2024
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Denis Villeneuve's second half of his adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune fully embraces the spectacle inherent in the material while also digging into the core implications that Herbert was exploring around power, cults of personality, and leadership. He flips some things around (I'm pretty sure), but otherwise delivers a handsome, exciting, second half to what he had started. And then he highlights Chani way too much, changing her character so much that she sticks out like a sore thumb to curious purposes that do little more than distract from what's going on around her. Seriously, if the final twenty seconds of this film were chopped off and lost in a fire, I'd actually be a good bit more positive on the film.

Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) and his mother the Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) have joined the Fremen led by Stilgar (Javier Barden). Paul grows close to Chani (Zendaya) who helps teach him the ways of the desert as they go into hiding from the dominant Harkonnen led by the Baron (Stellan Skarsgard), his elder nephew Rabban (Dave Bautista) left as governor of the desert planet Arrakis while the Baron continues to groom his younger nephew Feyd (Austin Butler) towards leadership. Operating as an exposition dump for those who didn't remember the first film is Irulan (Florence Pugh), nominally taking up her chronicling duties from the book (her entries marking the start of every chapter), while her father, the Emperor Shaddam IV (Christopher Walken), quietly ruminates on the implications of his plan to eradicate the Atreides perhaps failing.

This is one of those stories that I know so well, that I kind of assume that everyone knows. And yet, Dune, for all it's popularity among scifi nerds, isn't the grand cultural touchpoint it's sometimes made out to be. Its influences are strong and wide, but the actual story knowledge isn't.

Anyway, now's the time to talk about some creative choices. The first that screams out to me is how much more stylized visually the film is. The film opens with a scene of Harkonnen troops attacking the Fremen in the desert, and Villeneuve uses a partial eclipse as an excuse to bathe the entire scene in a deep orange. It's really nice to look at. I've been curious about the black and white segments in the trailers since I've seen them, and the explanation is that Geidi Prime has a black sun making it so that outside just looks like that. Knowing more from the books, I'd say that the whole Harkonnen look is something I'd attribute more to the Bene Tlielax, but it's at least interesting to see.

There's a heavy emphasis on the Bene Gesserit and their breeding program in here, which I appreciate. I think that most heavily gets highlighted in the inclusion of Lady Margot Fenring (Lea Seydoux), a Bene Gesserit sent to Geidi Prime to seduce Feyd, secure his bloodline, and learn how to manipulate him should certain probabilities arise. She is very briefly seen in a modified form in the Sci-Fi Channel series, but otherwise she's never made an appearance in an adaptation. Although, unless Villeneuve is planning on using material from the sequel novels written by Brian Herbert (please no), Lady Fenring shouldn't be making any more appearances, making this feel like something of a dead end that still manages to provide some nice detail in terms of worldbuilding.

And that leads me to the editing. I like how much detail gets brought in to help fill out the world (universe) of Dune, but there are some places where the film feels too fast. Take, for instance, the jump from Paul and Chani sitting on a dune watching a wormrider in the distance, Chani explaining to Paul that he'll never become a rider because he's not really Fremen. Cut ahead to about fifteen minutes later in screentime, there's been no mention of Paul training or anything, and now it's time for Paul to ride his first worm. Time has obviously passed, and this feels like the instance of a cut scene that was deemed unnecessary. However, considering how much time gets dedicated to Fenring's seduction of Feyd, it makes you wonder if the priorities were in total alignment when cutting the film down to its current length.

So, Paul stays in the northern parts of Arrakis to lead the small revolt of the Fedaykin fighters against the Harkonnen while Jessica, pregnant and having become the Fremen's Reverend Mother through the changing of the Water of Life from poison into a harmless drink (no orgy in this mostly sexless adaptation), a process that awakens her unborn daughter, Alia, into consciousness. Gonna be honest, Jessica talking to Alia outloud is great. It's just the right kind of funny in this universe. Anyway, Jessica becomes a fanatic in the pursuit of Paul's legend as the Mahdi, the Lisan al-Gaib, the Voice from the Outer World, while Paul resists it. If I remember correctly, this is something of a complete reversal where Paul easily fell into the legend to help him fight while Jessica saw it as something of a survival mechanism, an unfortunate path she had to take to stay alive. I don't mind this change because Furgeson as a madwoman is great to watch.

Things escalate. The Emperor must come to Arrakis. There is a showdown, and that showdown is great. It reminded me of the epic ending to James Cameron's Avatar, a movie I have no great love for but which, I cannot deny, has a freaking awesome final act action sequence. Atomics, worms, giant spaceships, it all comes together in an action and special effects extravaganza that Villeneuve manages with aplomb. It's great fun.

Now, Chani. Chani is given extra prominence, and I really don't like how they did it. She is one of the Fremen who does not believe in the Lisan al-Gaib, and she sticks to that belief through everything she witnesses. As Paul is presenting all of the signs, as Chani herself is becoming part of the prophecy that she rejects through literal actions, she not only resists, but she fights back against it. It's so out of place, and it goes through to the end of the film. Sure, Herbert having Chani blithely accept that the love of her life is going to marry an imperial princess for power was always a bit thin, but turning the ending of the film into watching her pouting is just wrong.

The story of Dune is Paul going from boy to man to leader to godhead. It's not Chani being mad that Paul is going from boy to man to leader to godhead. Ending on her was a mistake.

Anyway, it's a spectacle. I think it gets the heart of Herbert's message right. It mixes things up to some degree and to not entirely successful effect. As an adaptation of Dune, I think the Sci-Fi miniseries is probably the best, but as a filmed experience, this is the more exciting and complete of the three attempts.
10/10
A Masterpiece
Jason243212 March 2024
Frank Herbert's Dune is widely considered to be some of the most challenging science fiction material to adapt to the big screen. In 2021, Villeneuve hit it out of the park with Dune - Part One. In Part Two, he outdoes himself in every way. From cinematography to music to choreography to acting and dialogue, this movie had a mountain to climb to prove itself, and it did.

With Hans Zimmer composing the score, it should surprise no one how well it compliments the film. Greig Fraser (Dune - Part One, The Creator, The Batman) was at the helm of cinematography, and really took my breath away with the magnificent vistas, incredible use of colours and even infrared, and expert capture of motion and scale. Fraser explains that they shot in digital, transposed to 35mm, then back to digital. This seemed absurd to me, until he explained that digital appeared too crisp for audiences, and film too nostalgic. His method obtained the perfect balance. I can't fault him for that, because I agree.

The real risk here is of course the adaptation. How to retain some of the richest and most beloved science fiction lore in existence and condense it into the 2 hours and 46 minutes runtime. Villeneuve took a huge risk by splitting the first book into two parts. Had studios not green-lit part two, we would have been left with half a book. Unsatisfying for everyone. Thankfully the gamble paid off, and he was able to tell the epic story across two movies bordering on three hours. Even this required a brisk pace, with many notable scenes omitted. Despite this, I think Villeneuve retained the heart and soul of the story. He created two movies which appeal to both general audiences, and fans alike. There is so much to love here that I can't imagine anyone walking away feeling unsatisfied with the price of entry.

See this on the biggest screen you can find. Then see it again. The visuals and score demand it. You will not be disappointed.
9/10
Absolutely stunning
Eb0426 February 2024
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I just watched this in IMAX and it was one of the greatest movie experiences I have ever had. Everything from part one was done even better in part two and the story was much more interesting. The outfits were so unique and really well made. Whenever I thought it was starting to move a little slow something insane happens and I'm instantly drawn back into the world of dune that Denis has remade and expanded on so much. All the shots of the different worlds were just breathtaking. The last hour of the movie is by far some of the best made cinema in awhile and the action was so good. The last fight was awesome as well. "You fought well Atreides."
6/10
I wish it was better
movies_are_life_5 March 2024
I want to love this movie. Despite being in a confused state throughout the film, I enjoyed what I was seeing visually. The lack of dialogue didn't work for me, although it's an aspect that would lessen the more I learned about the characters and world. I just don't get much of a chance at that within the movie. Despite my uninvolvement of the Dune world and its characters, I still have to be honest with the faults of the script and editing.

Other than the overarching plot, scenes happen rather than you being lead into scenes via an emotional journey. The first hour is a back and forth of random tests and does she like him or not. Many characters simply appear in the movie, some deep into the runtime, including a main villain who has no discernible traits other than evil for the sake of it. Some characters appear very briefly and don't do much at all. The motivation of everyone was stripped out of the script. We see an abundant amount of screen time on someone riding a worm, but large battles will abrubtly end after very little setup. Did we need a large segment of screen time involving the nukes, when we could've just been told that there's nukes? The nuke scene feels as a standout filler sequence perhaps to be overshadow a few dozen moments of filler that could've been replaced with plot.

I would challenge the praisers of this film to explain why everything was perfect. Austin Butler's character was great! Why? Because he was so one dimensional? The battles are the best! You mean snippets of battles that we got and one where it was hard to tell who was who. The score was amazing! Oh, the unbelievably overused bong noise that will randomly appear in the most tepid of scenes? Even the "twist" ending was foreshadowed in the first few minutes. This film is all spectacle with no emotional payoff. The number one praise that people will use to describe greatness of Dune 2 is the cinematography. This should be a leg that a great movie stands on, not the foundation. Although the direction and technicality of the look of Dune 2 is epic, the writing and editing are faulty. Maybe upon rewatches I would like it more since I might understand more of the details (after getting those details from other sources), but it's still nowhere as good as it could be or as most everyone seems to think it is.
7/10
Am I the only one who's not seeing it?
Sakaresm2 March 2024
I mean, yeah, it's very entertaining and, of course, very visually stunning. The set pieces, the cinematography, the use of visual effects and lights, the sound design and music, all, absolutely amazing and almost literally stunning!

But then? I'm not really seeing much after that. As I have not read the books, this movie was a total mystery to me. There's barely any dialog--at least not any that would explain anything what's going on at all. The world and the technology etc just doesn't make much sense to me.

None of the characters are particularly interesting, to be honest. They don't really have that much personality to them, and even if they did, they didn't really make me care about them all that much.

I don't know, I'm a bit conflicted, it wasn't a bad movie and, as I said, it was entertaining and visually mesmerizing, but it lacked the depth that I was expecting of a world this size and this rich with lore and history. Maybe the movie makers assumed everyone has read the books? As someone to who the world is not familiar at all, it just seems rather confusing and strange. I feel like they just focused on making it as visually awesome as they can (in which they arguably succeeded), but left the story on the pages of the books.
7/10
Enjoyed it, but not blown away
JohnnyIMHO3 March 2024
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Lawrence of Arabia without the depth.

The pacing was the problem.

It was far too slow for the first 3/4 then rushed at the end.

It meandered with little sense of what the point was at times.

Chalamet just became a megalomaniac quite abruptly with very little development.

And there was no surprise that he was going to become a messiah.

His big challenge of riding a sand worm - "the biggest ever seen" (of course) - was predictably successful

Why was Jessica chosen to be the Fremen mother superior when outsiders were so distrusted?

Too little explanation, even though there was plenty of time to do so.

Baron Harkonnen became quite ineffectual.

The Emperor seemed a quite feeble old man.

Where did his power come from?

His fighters seemed quite average.

He landed on the Arakkis and was defeated easily.

I enjoyed Part 1 more because the characters were fresh and were more engaging.

In Part 2 they seemed a little empty and caricatured. Part 2 seemed more of a grind.

But, even so, I did enjoy it and will probably enjoy it more on 2nd watching.

Zendaya was excellent.

So was Ferguson

The exploration of religion, fanaticism, freedom fighting vs terrorism, was interesting and unusual for a sci-fi movie. It does stand head and shoulders above most blockbusters.

Of course, the visuals were stunning, as was the teeth-rattling sound.

Although I admire the Director's more measured approach, i.e. Not just churning out a sequel, I'm not sure I'm excited enough for a part 3.
7/10
A Spectacle Indeed-But Story/Characters Lag Behind Predecessor
zkonedog1 March 2024
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Dune 2 is a big screen action/adventure spectacle the likes of which hasn't been seen since, well, maybe the first Dune in 2021. But when it comes to paying off what the original effort set up so perfectly, this sophomore sequel doesn't quite hit it out of the park.

For a very basic overview, Dune 2 picks up with Paul (Timothee Chalamet) and mother Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) living amongst the Fremen after House Atreides being all but wiped out in the House Harkonnen collaboration with the Emperor's army to re-take Arrakis. Though Jessica and Stilgar (Javier Bardem) continue to tout Paul as the mythical prophesized messiah per the Bene Gesserit religious sect, Paul isn't yet convinced-nor are other Fremen like Chani (Zendaya). Will Paul accept the mantle and risk all-out religious war-or choose to remain embedded "locally" with the Fremen? Meanwhile, Baron Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgard) is struggling to control spice production on Arrakis, so unhinged nephew Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) is called in for assistance. Finally, the Emperor (Christopher Walken) and Princess Irulan (Florence Pugh) scheme to keep themselves in power over all of the machinations.

There is absolutely no doubt that Dune 2 is cinema spectacle of the highest order. Director Denis Villeneuve composes a film that should be seen in the biggest format possible (to truly appreciate the scale) and within the best sound structure (Dolby Atmos for me and it was theater-rumbling!). There is never a dull moment from beginning to end-always something interesting to look at or immerse yourself in on screen.

Here's the issue with Dune 2: the first film was one of the best world-building setups I've ever seen in a flick. It expertly dropped viewers into the planetary conflict, gradually built up the key characters, and imbued it all with a sense of great mystery and intrigue. While this sequel technically pays off all those setups, it doesn't always do so in the most satisfying or understandable of ways. I won't go into every nook and cranny here, but a few examples:

-Paul resists his messianic calling the entire film-until the end when he just "gives in"?

-The fetus within Jessica is talking to her and will someday grow up to be Anya Taylor-Joy's brief cameo character?

-Even after Paul accepts his mantle-the Houses won't acknowledge him?

-The bombshell of Paul's more-diverse-than-we-realized bloodline came off as anticlimactic, especially considering how it immediately becomes the driving force of the film's endgame.

I know that there is an answer to every question posed above-but none of it felt all that satisfactory or revelatory to me. Part of the problem could be that I was expecting more of a definitive ending and received a "setting up a franchise" denouement instead. A particularly telling observation was how my favorite character in the entire movie was Butler's Feyd-Rautha. Why? Because-like in Dune 1-it was something completely different/new and shrouded in mystery that Villeneuve was able to unwind.

So, in my final reckoning of Dune 2, the visual spectacle and star-studded cast do most of the heavy-lifting. If you don't see this one from a theater seat at least once, you are doing yourself a disservice. But if you are looking for a plot-tight, perfectly character-fulfilling narrative, you may walk away a little disappointed (at least compared to the first Villeneuve Dune).
10/10
I have never done this before
anssiigi6 March 2024
Movie is so good that I went back to theater next day for watch it again. I have never done this before, I have never watched any movie twice in theater.

I just couldn't get enough of this film and it feels like I need to go watch it 3rd time. Visuals and sounds are stunning, cast is so good that I can't ask any better performance. The whole dune universe is magical, intriguing, captivating and thrilling. If you are fan of science fictions and good lore with deep detailed story behind it. This movie is a love letter for you.

Absolutely AMAZING film!! This is my all time number 1 movie I have ever seen in my 40 years old age on this planet.
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10/10
I have never done this before
anssiigi6 March 2024
Movie is so good that I went back to theater next day for watch it again. I have never done this before, I have never watched any movie twice in theater.

I just couldn't get enough of this film and it feels like I need to go watch it 3rd time. Visuals and sounds are stunning, cast is so good that I can't ask any better performance. The whole dune universe is magical, intriguing, captivating and thrilling. If you are fan of science fictions and good lore with deep detailed story behind it. This movie is a love letter for you.

Absolutely AMAZING film!! This is my all time number 1 movie I have ever seen in my 40 years old age on this planet.
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8/10
It's really good. But not convinced by some of the cast.
Otkon29 February 2024
I couldn't see Christopher Walken as embodying a character in this. I only saw Christopher Walken as Christopher Walken.

And I might be the only person on Earth who finds Florence Pugh to be the epitome and definition of BLAND. They could have hired someone they found walking at a random mall to play Irulan.

Also the movie feels like an episode more than the conclusion of a two-part movie. I can only assume that is to set up a continuation of the Dune novels. So if the pacing and climax and ending all feel wonky to you, that is the best explanation I can give to you in your time of cinematic need.

Otherwise, the film is entertaining for its length. Lots of good cinematography, music, etc.
7/10
Dont believe the hype, but dont believe the hate either...
imseeg29 February 2024
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I didnt read the book. I dont care about the book. This is a MOVIE, so forget about comparing the book to the movie and vice versa. Please!

I didnt like Part One. It bored the heck out of me. It honestly did. I DO LIKE Part Two much better though, it's vibe is completely different (much more bleak and exciting). But it also has got it's flaws and BEWARE, you wont leave the cinema feeling all cheery and revived, because this sequel is quite a heavy mother...

The bad: there is a limit to how long I can stand these contineous Hans Zimmer droning booming sounds. They just do not stop. There needs to be some BALANCE in the use of these bombastic sounds. A pause, a silence now and then only enhances the effect. Less is more...

More bad: this movie's storyline is all over the place. It feels rushed at moments, confusing at other moments, some characters randomly appear and disappear. Everybody is (rightfully) complaining about this sequel being low on storyline.

The good: Part Two has got a mean, vicious bleak spirit, with some really creapy bad guys. They really succeeded in making me being appalled by some of these mean characters. Great!

More good: the action is quite dark and intrusive and mesmirising to watch. Almost hypnotizing action visuals.

The really good stuff: the actors are simply sublime. They just dont come any better, although I personally do NOT like that they choose Timothee Chalamet for this character. I think he is just not suited for this role. But that is just my personal opinion...

Visually it is terrific (as always with director Denis Villeneuve). Storywise it is kinda disappointing. Mixed bag. Certainly NOT worthy of 9 stars, that's simply ridiculous, but still worth a really enjoyable (heavy mother of a) watch nonetheless.

Thank you for reading my 2200 th review on Imdb!
9/10
Great adaptian of the first book (but not perfect)
kingseth28 February 2024
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I just watched the pre-premiere of part two of Dune. It was a very good adaption of the books but not what totally what I expected. At the end the movie strayed away from the book which made me a bit sad to be honest. Especially the part (which is very important in the book-storyline) is the fact that the sister of Paul wasn't born yet when the film came to it's conclusion. Where in the book his little sister kills the Baron in the film Paul takes the honor of doing so. Also the fact that Chani is not supporting Paul for taking the hand of the Emperor's daughter, didn't have a child with him yet and actually goes her own way makes it hard to get a good start for the inevitable third movie that has to come. As a movie it was a great experience though. The action is great and the storytelling just as well. I personally wished that they sticked to the book till the end. Part one definitely did follow the book... part two also till the midst of the film. Still I strongly recommend to watch it... it is a must-see movie and ranks as one of my alltime favorites already.
7/10
Not as good as part one.
neil-4762 March 2024
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Paul Atreides and his mother are now living with the Fremen following the Harkkonen bid to wipe out clan Atreides. Paul comes to prominence because it seems he may fulfil a prophecy, which may enable him to obtain revenge against the Harkkonens and also the Emperor, who facilitated their action in the first place. But Paul has visions of a war he wants to avoid, and the Bene Gesserit sisterhood have plans of their own.

Part Two picks up where the first film left off, and brings the story to a conclusion of sorts (author Frank Herbert wrote five sequels). I was a huge science fiction reader when the original novel was published, but I had a great deal of trouble with it. Its texture and density was a bit too much for me in my mid-teens, and previous film versions didn't help much. I was pleased with Villeneuve's film from 2021, because I could finally follow the story without confusion.

Part Two - not so much. The narrative is fairly straightforward, but it often felt as if exposition had been omitted. For instance, Lea Seydoux appears in some tight closeups and meaningful dialogue: she plays Lady Margot Fenring. Who? This is presented as a character of significance, a name actress with image and dialogue delivered using film grammar which shouts Significant! Yet we don't know who she is or why she matters, and we never hear from her again.

The performances are good, the visuals are great, but again the story proves difficult to convey without confusion. It's a good film, but it's something of a disappointment compared to its predecessor,
5/10
Too much hype for this overrated sequel
sadak75992 March 2024
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I tried not to feel conditioned by the hype around this movie, but I was quite dissapointed after watching it.

After a superb part one, which was a magical exhibition of cinema and an aesthetic pleasure, this second part is quite pretentious. Looks like the style exercise of an artist in love with himself, and seems that the story is a secondary factor here.

It is like, "ok, did you like the scenes of the thumper calling the sandworm?, here you have like twenty scenes of a thumper calling sandworms, and even a scene with twenty thumpers calling sandworms at the same time; did you like the beautiful faces of Zendaya and Rebecca Ferguson in the desert, with great Hans Zimmer music?, ok, here you have fifty seven shots of the beautiful faces in dramatic moments of all the extremely pretty actresses we have been able to recruit for this". The problem is that quantity does not compensate for the loss of the surprise effect.

In fact, the story is just an excuse for an interminable exhibition of close-ups of the incredibly beautiful faces of the female cast, no less beautiful desert sceneries, and an interminable succession of sand worm ridings.

Flat and hollow aesthetics, with a really poor storytelling. The story is confusing, with a first act focused in the Fremen, but with no real advance of the story, just Fremen in the desert, Fremen worshiping the mesiah, Fremen riding worms, worshiping again, Chani frowning at the inmensity of the desert with deep music, and so on (actually, Chani spent all movie frowning). Actually, the first act was terribly boring.

Then, the abuse of ellipsis makes the story rush forward, to the point of losing sense sometimes. It is really difficult to follow it without any previous knowledge of what happened in the original novel.

This rush lead to weird situations, as when suddenly Chani shows up out from nowhere in a ornithopter, and you ask yourself why and how she ended flying that thing.

The rush to close the story causes the last act to be resolved hastily and sloppily. The expected final battle is resolved very quick and lacking epic and glory. The supposedly powerful and fearsome Sardaukar appears in the last battle as a few random guys without any combat abilities. The formerly powerful emperor and Harkonnen, are now weak and do not stand a chance against the new dark mesiah and their fundamentalist troops.

Overall, the movie lost all the magic and mistery of the first part, and it is just an exhibition of style from a director that seems to be more in love with himself than with the story he is telling.

About acting, all the cast are doing a great job. Special mention to the superb Javier Bardem, who, together with Zendaya, support all the movie on their shoulders. All the Harkonnen are doing a great job and are the most interesting characters, both in acting and aesthetically. To me, Paul Atreides is the worst part, plain and lacking substance and the you could expect from the leader of a holy war against a galactic empire.

In summary, a pretentious sequel larguely inferior to the first part in all aspects.
10/10
Truly a masterpiece
michellexinma26 February 2024
After watching the advanced screening, we were blown away by Part 2 of Dune. It continues seamlessly after Part 1, with the same masterful soundtracks, action scenes and acting.

The movie flew by despite it being almost three hours. The pacing was incredibly well done and nothing felt too fast or too slow.

The CGI was incredibly realistic and the characters were portrayed so well by the lead actors. The chemistry between the characters felt so real - nothing felt fake or forced.

It's truly difficult finding a movie that contains everything - flawless screenplay, writing, sound, acting and pacing, but Dune 2 does it all.

One of the best movies of 2024 for sure.
6/10
I don't love it, and I wanted to.
hopkinsamye6 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is an epic movie; slickly made, and visually stunning.

But I had to explain quite a bit to the friends around me who had not read the book, especially the water of life scene and the final battle.

The movie had almost a 3 hour run time, but it felt overlong because Villenue focuses too much on spectacle on very little on substance.

It is a beautiful movie, but it feels like it has no soul. The emotional connection between Paul and Chani, so vital to the story, is completely lacking and unbelievable. The two main characters are good looking enough but has absolutely zero chemistry on screen.

I am certain Zendaya is a fine actress in some things, but she has basically 2 facial expressions here, and the one she uses the most is a scowl directed at Paul. I found her to be the worst part of this movie.

The final fight scene is short, choppy, and a mess. It felt anticlimactic and unfulfilling The Harkonens are basically reduced to bumbling villainy almost cartoonish. The ending was super abrupt, and was so different from the book that it left me wondering what the filmmakers would do if they want to do a sequel.

I want to reiterate that this isn't a bad movie. Villenue is great at creating a world that looks living and breathing, but he can't give life to individual characters.

It is like he can't see the trees for the forest.
4/10
Apologies to the cult, it's not for me; Part I was better
heisenberg122 March 2024
I actually enjoyed Part I more than this. One hour in, I had to check the time. There's only so much time that can be spent on explaining that Charlamee is the savior.

The bright spot was definitely Javier Bardem, great performance for an otherwise banal cast of actors. Don't get me wrong, the visuals were outstanding, and the story had its moments, but overall it was frankly boring.

This was a big disappointment because it got off to a really good start and in the first hour, the editing and immersion was on point. But once they entered Austin Butler's character, it fell apart.

Cringeworthy character development and cliched storytelling at its finest, but I'm sure younger people and newbie sci-fi fans will love it. This is no masterpiece, not even close. Part I was actually better overall.

4/10.
7/10
People need to calm down, the movie is not that good
mkarnazes16 March 2024
Dune part two is definitely an entertaining movie, but as it stands as an 8.8, lets dial it back a bit. The movie itself visually is a masterpiece, but my problem stems from character development and plot rushing. To me it seems like the last half of the movie was supposed to be 3 hours long itself but the whole movie itself was cut under 3 hours. The climactic finish to the film was super fast and felt like the stakes were low because it just went from one thing to the next with no time to breathe. Also Pauls attraites or how ever you spell it, his character pulls a game of thrones esque queem of dragons vibe, where there goals and personality are one thing then dramatically shift seemingly out of no where. Overall it was a good film, a bit long for my taste, but Its worth a watch if you like sci fi.
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5/10
Visual Effects at its best!
bryvill13 March 2024
I'm one of the few who sees the movie as an "ok" but not "wow" factor! When I saw part 1, it doesn't click to me at all irregardless I'm very open to any plot fact or fiction flick, and after seeing part 1 I said to myself I'll never watch the sequel if it comes out, and yes we all now this sequel went out and saw one of the highest reviews given, so given a chance to see it as it might flip side my not so good reviews, but after seeing the sequel, it was the same as the previous one, yes, visual effects were at its best as always, action scenes were great, actors were excellent at their acting skills but the plot, and its connection for me was still not there, if you ask me, you may or may not watch the flick.
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7/10
Disappointing Compared to Part One
arfdawg-116 March 2024
I really liked Dune Part One. So much so I saw it three times in the theater and twice streaming. I was really looking forward to Part Two. Aw it last night and it was a bit of a disappointment for me.

I felt that this movie relied way more heavily on loud special effects like explosions and fire power than the character exploration of Part One. Saw this is Dolby Cinema. Sometimes the music and the sound track was louder than the actors and it was hard to hear what they were saying. It made it hard to follow what was happening.

And then there were a couple of other things: The Stilgar character was reduced to a fanatical buffoon. It seemed out of character from how Bardem delivered him in Part One.

And oh, how about Zendaya? If this was the first time I saw her on screen I'd say keep your day job. For some reason her character was reduced to literally one facial expression the entire 2 hours and 45 minutes! It was bizarre.

Don't get me wrong, however, I still liked the movies and there were some scene that were truly top notch. I just think Part One is measurably better.
7/10
Strong technically, weak in plot, character and dialogue
bankofmarquis23 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's DUNE: PART TWO is a review-proof film. Either you watched - and loved - the first part, in which case you have already gone out and seen it. Or...you didn't like the first part (or didn't watch it), in which case you are not going to the Cineplex to check out the sequel.

If you ARE going to see this film, the BankofMarquis strongly recommends you see it in theaters with the best sound and largest screen possible...for 2 reasons.

Reason 1: This film is visually and audibly stunning. It is a feast for the eyes and ears. Director Villeneuve (and all involved in the production, costume, sound and Fx design) have topped the very high bar they set for themselves with the first Dune and expect this film to rake in ALL of these types of awards come next Oscars' season. They visually (and audibly) credibly present new worlds in such a way that you are sure that the movie was filmed on location when (in fact) it is all pretty much green sky. An amazing technical achievement

Reason 2: It's a good thing that this film is visually and audibly stunning, because the storyline itself, is rather boring and somewhat complex. This is the fault of the source novel as Dune (and it's sequels) are just as interested in the politics and back room dealings of how you turn a hero into a Messiah (with a ton of backstory and plot development thought by the characters - never a good way to present a movie). So you will want to watch this in a theater so you can keep focused on the plot (as opposed to at home where you will be tempted to pick up your phone, pet the dog, go make a sandwich etc.) and not miss some of the intricacies.

Caught between Reason 1 and Reason 2 are a laundry list of performers and performances that are struggling to match the technical achievements of Dune: Part Two while acting against a green screen with some long, boring speeches and some very clunky dialogue.

Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson and Charlotte Rampling all return from the first part and they are "just fine", not really elevating things, but not bringing them down either. They gamely bring their best to a rather difficult and thankless job.

Thank goodness Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin are back as their characters bring some life and energy to the proceedings while Florence Pugh, Dave Bautista, Lea Seydoux, Stellan Skarsgard and (especially) Christopher Walken (!) are wasted in their roles, really being more of a piece of furniture to move around rather than anything that represents an interesting character.

Only Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha brings new excitement to the 2nd half of this 2 hour and 40 minute epic and, by that point in this film, it is much needed.

Come to DUNE: PART TWO for the visual and sound achievements and stay for...the visual and sound achievements - and the setup to the inevitable sequel.

Letter Grade: B

7 stars (out of 10) and you can take that to the Bank(ofMarquis)
8/10
Hard Not to Compare it to the Book and Feel Disappointed
wilsoncharlie-456762 March 2024
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I'm going to write this as a review for both Dune movies, so I'll include my thoughts about Dune part one throughout. For me, the most difficult part about rating these movies is trying to judge them as they stand on their own without comparing them to the original book.

As movies, I think both are great: the cinematography is amazing, the sound design is good, the acting is good, I liked the visual style and how they interpreted the various technologies of the world of Dune. The soundtrack is good, it can be a little overbearing at times but the music in part two felt like an improvement on this from part one. One of the biggest complaints people had with both movies is the pacing, saying that the first movie was dragging and the second was rushing. I agree with the sentiments about the latter, but personally I enjoyed the slower pacing of the first Dune movie. The second movie definitely moves quickly through its first half, then it slows down a lot in the second half before rushing to its conclusion.

The casting is good for the most part, I personally disagree with casting Rebecca Ferguson but I'll get into that more later. In the first movie I wasn't especially impressed with Timothée Chalamet as Paul but I think he does better in the role in the second part. Jason Momoa was a perfect pick for Duncan Idaho and Oscar Isaac did a great job as Duke Leto. Stellan Skarsgard was a good choice for Baron Harkonnen but I think he could have been written better. I was really looking forward to seeing Christopher Walken as the Emperor Shaddam but unfortunately he felt pretty lifeless and didn't bring very much energy to the scenes he was in.

Overall, as they stand on their own, the Dune movies are great films. I don't know if I'd call them the defining sci-fi movies of the 21st century like other people are saying, but they're still very good, definitely rewatchable, and I would recommend them.

Now, moving on to comparing them to the books, because once you start doing that you get to the more disappointing side of these movies. One of the biggest issues with both movies, especially the second, is that they almost completely leave out the ecological message of the book. This is a book that has been used as a textbook in environmental science classes, but I guess the filmmakers decided that message wasn't important enough. The Fremen are shown to be working towards terraforming Dune into a green world, slowly but surely making wind traps and planting grasses to fix the dunes in place. It's a goal that they are working towards with total commitment even though they know that it won't be realized for several generations. That's a powerful message that I think a lot more people need to hear nowadays, especially in reference to the issue of climate change. The movie barely mentions this goal at all, which I think is a disservice to the original story, and it diminishes the Fremen as characters.

I think the fundamental issue that these movies have with their adaptations is an understandable one, but that it could've been solved in a better way. The main issue with adapting the book is that the characters are very difficult to relate to: most of them are superhumans who have insane abilities. For the movies, a lot of the main characters are altered to make them more relatable to the audience, which is an understandable change. For some characters, this greatly improves them from the book, such as Duncan Idaho and Duke Leto. For others, like Chani and Jessica, it reduces the strength of their characters, which I'll explain more later.

Additionally, the book has a lot of complex concepts and story plots that it never stops to fully explain to the reader, you're just supposed to pick it up as you go along and reread it to understand, making it a little obtuse. Dune is very dialogue-heavy, with a lot of the action happening in the background or only described briefly. To remedy this, the movies remove some of the more complex topics and add more action scenes, which are exciting and well choreographed, but in the second movie they start feeling repetitive and redundant, and they overpower the more intricate plot points.

While the first movie cleverly managed to insert a lot of exposition without feeling like it was constantly lore dumping, part two feels like it's more afraid to explain things than the first, possibly because of complaints that "nothing happened" in the first movie. The result of this is that the second movie is much more action-heavy, but it still wants to include the complex topics from the book, so what we get is a bunch of action sequences with scenes of political complexities strung in between them, but without the full explanations necessary to clarify them. It's easy to understand why people who haven't read the books would feel confused by this, the movie barely takes the time to explain what's happening before it's moving on to the next scene of Fremen blowing up spice haulers.

Getting into direct comparisons to the book now, and starting with the first movie: my two biggest issues with the first movie was how they changed Jessica and how they dumbed down the mentats. Starting with mentats, they are a hugely important part of all of the Dune books; Thufir Hawat is essentially a main character in the first book, and Peter de Vries is a terrifying mastermind behind the Harkonnen plans. Part of what triggers Paul's first vision of the coming Jihad in his name is that his mother tells him he was trained as a mentat from birth without his knowledge. In the movie, the word mentat is never said once; Paul's mentat training isn't brought up; Thufir Hawat is just a guy who rolls his eyes back in his head, says something smart and then disappears at the halfway mark; and Peter de Vries dies of poisoning. How disappointing.

But what I think is the worse change that they made from the book is how they changed Jessica's character. While the Dune books get much more feminist as they go on, the first book has very few female characters. However, Jessica makes for a very strong main character: she has complete control over her mind and body, and through her Bene Gesserit training she has almost superhuman strength, speed, and can control others with the Voice. Her internal monologue also shows that she's almost always two steps ahead of everyone except Paul. In the movies, Jessica feels much weaker. In the first movie she's almost always crying or on the verge of tears, which makes it a lot believable when she starts killing Harkonnens with her bear hands, and it makes the scene in the tent when Paul gets his vision (the only part of the book where Jessica openly grieves) much less powerful.

Moving on to the second movie is where the changes get more disappointing. The movie begins with Paul, Jessica and the Fremen fighting the Harkonnens in some battle between the fight with Jamis and them getting to Sietch Tabr, which wasn't in the book and felt like it was added for the sake of starting with an action sequence. After the fight, Jessica throws up involuntarily --- again, as a Bene Gesserit she should have total control over her body and it doesn't make sense for her to do that, even though she's pregnant.

Speaking of Jessica's child, Alia isn't really a character in this, at least not like she was in the book. I can understand this, I had no idea how they were going to handle having a toddler who walks and talks like an adult and kills a man, and they handled it by having Jessica not give birth during the movie. They also don't really explain how Alia is pre-born, which is a piece of information that people who didn't read the book could probably use.

Once Paul and Jessica get to Sietch Tabr, things feel a lot different. The book describes the interiors of the Sietch as being covered with drapery, rugs, and cushions. There are classrooms, plastic factories, and workshops. The movie doesn't show this at all: the Sietch interior is all smooth, carved stone rather than natural rock walls, there's no textiles to be seen, and essentially only the water reservoir is shown. In general, the depiction of the Fremen in the movie is much worse than the book. The Fremen are a very tight-knit community where people understand each other's needs so well that they don't even need to communicate them out loud. When Jessica feels like she needs a coffee, a Fremen with coffee simply appears without her giving an order. In the movie the Fremen are three things: good at stabbing people, fanatic believers in Paul, or people who hate the Mahdi prophecy and don't believe in Paul. In the book, this dissenting faction against Paul isn't really present, and Chani definitely isn't part of it. I can understand that the filmmakers probably added it to help drive home the anti-hero worship message which a lot of people missed from the book, but it could have been executed better.

I also disliked how they changed Chani. In the books she very easily falls for Paul and gives him unwavering support, and I think it's fine that they wanted to make that more nuanced for the movies, but I don't like the way they did it. The movie wants us to think that they love each other even though it constantly shows Chani ranting against the prophecy and disagreeing with Paul's actions. In the end, she leaves Paul after he agrees to marry the Emperor's daughter Irulan (even though in the book he makes it clear that he is only marrying her for politics, refuses to even touch her, and has three children with Chani instead). This ending will definitely complicate things if they do go through with adapting Dune Messiah to complete the film trilogy.

I'm running out of room to write, and most people probably won't read this anyway because of the length, so I'll just say again that I enjoyed the movies and think they're good, but some of the changes they made, especially in part two, were disappointing and could have been executed better.
10/10
Quite the Experience and I say it's better then the first one.
chenp-547082 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve continues to provide strong direction, writing and atmospheres throughout this movie as Villeneuve perfectly captures the characters, essence and themes of Dune. The camerawork, the visuals, the colors and production designs are all fantastic as it helped create the world and settings within the characters and tone. Various scenes of action, thrills, and tension were all well-executed and done beautifully. With many all-star cast members, all performances were great with not a single performance feeling dull or out of place.

Since I haven't read the original book yet, I may not be too familiar with the lore of Dune but the narrative is pretty interesting as some of the concepts, characters and themes explored are pretty good. Including a great soundtrack, uses of dialogue and structures throughout. I honestly don't have any complaints about this one because I was enthralled with the entire movie.

Overall, Dune: Part Two is a great continuation of the first film and Villeneuve has proven to be one of the best filmmakers we have right now.
6/10
It's Part One once again, only more confused and anticlimactic
Dello_29 February 2024
I had great hopes for "Dune: part two" since I really liked the first part but I was left a bit disappointed. Once again the technical aspect of the production is phenomenal: everything is very well crafted (direction, cinematography, production design, performances, score) and it is undoubtedly a big part of the film which has to be recognized and that it saves it for me. This is because the narrative part has a lot of issues. If the first movie was still slow paced, it was able to create an imaginary and become iconic, it had the purpose of setting up the second part and I thought some sort of payoff was coming in "part two". Instead even the second movie is all setup with a final battle which lasts like 15 minutes and a very rushed and anticlimactic finale. But if the first part took more its time to better justify the characters' actions, this second part doesn't do that (maybe more screen time would have beneficial). Many times characters do things out of nowhere or because the story needs them but their actions doesn't feel earned and justified in most cases. I'm not saying it's all bad and I liked the movie (the rating shows that) but it could have been so much more.

The other issue is that this part two in the end is essentially part one but three years later, it has all the same merits and defects. It is technically exceptional and it is surely able to impress and foment. On the flip side they both were not able to make the viewer empathize much with the characters and the worst thing of all: it is once again truncated. I accepted it for the first one because it was a build up and because it was the first part of the book, but here it's bad. I get that there is a sequel coming (in theory) but the story is interrupted once again. I've read comparisons to "Empire Strikes Back" because it was the middle part of a trilogy, but the plot of that movie was closed. Indeed the last shot of "Episode V" is a clear indication of the closure of the story narrated but opening to the fact that "something is more to come, the final battle is nearing". "Dune: part two" is instead cut anticlimactically.

Unfortunately I'm pretty disappointed by "Dune: part two" which was the movie I was expecting the most this year. I liked it but I felt a lot of wasted potential. It could have been something truly epic and for the ages, instead it has major issues that reduce the impact of the movie itself.
10/10
Denis Villeneuve Promises and Delivers
guslopes-7537326 February 2024
This movie more than accomplished all of the promises it set out, absolutely mesmerizing experience. I loved the first movie and thought it would be an impossibly difficult task to surpass it, but Denis Villeneuve has once again proven himself as the most promising sci-fi director of this age. I find that this installment of the series picks up its pace quickly and reaches its peak near the end of the film. Contrary to the first film where most of the action was packed into the middle. Dune: Part Two displays a more relaxed tone from the start to the middle of the movie, however the mood shifts to match the occasion and finally leaves you somewhat distraught as the consequences of the character's choices surely lead to a path they cannot return from. The cinematography by Greig Fraser is once again fantastic the mixture of his naturalistic style and the sci-fi genre leads to a grounded universe while still retaining the wonderous and whimsical aspects of science fiction, each decision on how planets and characters are portrayed demonstrates the care and attention paid to how audiences interpret them, you understand the Harkonnen, the Emperor, the Fremen, the Bene Gesserit and the remnants of house Atreides in one look at the way they are shown. The score is once again sublime, Hans Zimmer once again proves himself as the definitive motion picture composer, his ability to craft larger-than-life scores with his ability to understand the differences between each character and culture present in this film is nothing short of perfection, recurring themes and motifs are present throughout the movie and paired with the visuals and the performances, which are also incredible, form a modern day masterpiece crafted meticulously by masters of their respective fields. Rebecca Ferguson, Timothée Chalamet, Javier Bardem, Austin Butler and Zendaya give wonderful performances, with the first three being standouts. Overall this movie deserves the universal praise it has received and might just interest those who didn't even enjoy the first installment of the series.
6/10
Visually stunning but missing the core of the story
ghent121 March 2024
Like the first part, the second part is visually stunning, though having read the book twice, I regret to say that unlike the David Lynch version from the eighties, De Villeneuve almost deliberately destresses the mystical/mythical core of the story. This makes for a impressive viewing that somehow left me unsatisfied. In De Villeneuve's hands the story becomes one of political grandstanding which is but part of what the book is about, both in relation to the hidden ways of the Fremen and the natures and missions of Paul and his mother. In the same vein, in the second part those scenes where Paul Atreides becomes the Kwizatz Haderach are rather weak and not very convincing.

Having left this essence out of the movies, they become a bit of an emptied out visual experience. A kind of secular, profane Dune. Still nice, but also a bit disappointing.
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7/10
Enjoyable but not the masterpiece people gush about.
Jester2228 March 2024
Saw the Dune ² film today.

Really enjoyed it and it had some good visuals.

Well worth seeing and I look forward to the inevitable pt3. But...... Disappointed the new films didn't utilise the Bene Gesserit 'Weirding Way' power, so no weaponised modules. 😢 the 'voice' is still used though of course.

I'm all for diversity. And given the books mirror on the worlds religions and politics this was fitting to have all cultures involved. But was there a need to gender swop as well as race swop a character? 🤔

It's a great sci fi film but it's not quite the masterpiece it's being heralded as imo.

I'm sure it will predictably win countless awards. FX. Couple of actors performances.

The script shouldn't though imo.

The ending felt totally rushed and zero resistance felt, no tension. Far too easy and brief a victory imo. Could have done with at least another half hour to really feel them gaining ground and getting ever closer to the Emperor. But no........they were there at the doors in a heartbeat which I was surprised by. Missed opportunity to build tension, suspense and bring great performances from the cast especially Walken is wasted here. (More on that later)

Feyd actor wasn't great and looked like a cross between Matt Lucas (Little Britain) and the Engineers from Prometheus 😁and his 'Birthday' scene in the arena seemed pointless and badly executed.

Batista's lack of acting abilities showed in this to the point he just shouted all his dialogue and hoped for the best.

Christopher Walken seemed wasted and was never really allowed to embrace the role with the little screen time he had. Didn't come across as Emperor at all. No grandeur at all. This is the Emperor of the Universe !!?

Anyone elsenspot the almost Monty Python Life of Brian moment. "Only the true Messiah would deny he is the Messiah" (or words there abouts) nearly had us shouting out "He's not the Messiah he's a really naughty boy!" Ha ha. 😂😂

Again. Well worth the watch though. The religious nods to real life from the book, the jihad, the politics are there although most is skirted over as it wouldn't make quite an exciting film. It's more style over substance. Visually nice yet not hugely engaging intellectually.

The designs for the spaceships seemed a little bland also, no real style or identity for each 'House'. At least Lynch film had some well thought out difference in the look of each houses palace and ships etc.

Bland. Especially after seeing what H R Giger had designed for the Harkonen style (for a film that sadly never got made many years ago). Oh how incredible that would have been If only it had happened. 😢🖤

Nownif only we could see Lynch's first 14hr cut. Ha ha. Love to see what treasure we're inside that version.

Bring on pt3. I'll still watch. It will be popular. But they tooling themselves with all thebgushing about masterpiece.
7/10
Dune: Part Two
CinemaSerf2 March 2024
This is certainly a great looking film to see on a big screen with some really effective, almost industrially sounding, audio - but what happened to the story? It's wafer thin and really stretched out for 2¾ hours. We pick up with "Paul" (Timothée Chalamet) and his mother (Rebecca Ferguson) trying to convince the "Fremen" that they are worth the hassle. Fortunately, leader "Stilgar" (Javier Bardem) is convinced of the messianic state of the young refugee, whilst their own reverend mother is on her last legs which might give "Jessica" a chance to prove her own worth, and provide an opportunity to peddle some embellished mythology about her son's ascendant propheteering. All of this manoeuvring and politicking is having quite an impact on "Chani" (the under-used Zendaya) and on the relationship between her and the increasingly worshipped new Duke. Meantime, now fully reinvigorated and emerged from his bath of recuperative Guinness, the evil "Baron Harkonnen" (an almost Zeppelin-like Stellan Skarsgård) has recruited his lethal nephew "Feyd-Rautha" (Austin Butler) to get to grips with the rebellion on "Arrakis" that is bringing him into the gaze of an ill-satisfied emperor (Christopher Walken). Battle lines are drawn! Now whilst I did enjoy this, the rest of the film is a gloriously photographed but slowly paced hybrid of "Khartoum" (1966) and "Lawrence of Arabia" (1962) with a bit of the "Phantom Menace" (1999) thrown in for good measure. The acting is adequate but the characterisations are all too routinely sacrificed at the altar of the stunning visuals and from about an hour to go, I was convinced this this was but part two of three (or maybe even more). Walken and Charlotte Rampling feature all too sparingly to make much difference, indeed even Zendaya's warrior-like tendencies seem to have been neutered rather and I though that Chalamet just tried far too hard to imbue his character with a strength that he was far more successful with first time round. That said, it does work well enough as a classy and well produced sci-fi adventure with plenty of action and mysticism but I needed more meat on it's bones. I still get distinctly squeamish when I watch what they do with the water, let alone where they get it from!!
9/10
Better than the first, even
fraser-simons22 March 2024
Better than the first even, for me. It's neat that with Paul's omnipresence, you could think of this as just another permutation in the multiverse that has played out. And the updates are very welcome. The Baron from the previous film. More autonomy for the women, reflecting more overtly the culture, and some much larger implications around the children of dune too. The baby is not yet born, but in the books by the time the showdown happens, it's been quite a few years. Also, Chani is very different. I like that I don't know what will happen next, despite reading the two trilogies.

One thing that does bug me, though, is not including the water ceremony for Jamis, killed in the previous movie, so not a spoiler. The absolute best part of the book is Paul having to carry Jami's water afterward, and the ceremony where people remember him, in which Paul says: I was a friend of Jamis. He taught me that when you kill, you pay for it. And when he cries, people say He Gives Water To the Dead.

For a more... moral Paul being portrayed in the movie, it's wild they didn't include it. It's a powerful moment.
8/10
Great, but not better than Dune part 1.
MrSelfPaid4 March 2024
Great movies should always leave you with a feeling during or after seeing them.

While this movie is being hailed as a masterpiece by many, I felt that it didn't give me the feeling of chills that Dune part 1 made feel multiple times.

Those who say that it is the greatest sci-fi movie ever made should be arrested at once.

This movie had all the ingredients to actually be a modern day masterpiece but it feels like Dennis was a bit restraint to go all the way, as if he could not dare to be free and do things he could have done with the story and action.

That being said, Dune part 2 is an amazing movie and I will see it again.

However. While I've seen the part 1 more than 6 times, I don't think part 2 will have that effect on me.

Time will tell.
7/10
Deviates too far from the source material
fosnock2 March 2024
I'm not going to say much. The first part was better. This movie added different plot twists, but then cut off entire subplots from the book. Visually stunning but too fast paced. Normally a fast paced plot keeps you on edge, but in this case everything was developed so quickly, that you simply moved on to the next plot point. I'm sure their will be plenty of fans especially those that never read the book, but IMHO it was missing something. I would dare say it had no heart. The movie just seemed to go through the motions. Eliminate character A , and give his\her part to character B, check. Add a plot twist, does it make sense, who cares, check.
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7/10
Good, but shallow
evan_harvey5 March 2024
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Dune part 1 was okay. Dune part 2 is better, but ultimately far more shallow. There's a lot more stuff that happens in part 2, but the core of the Dune story is lost.

I liked the film. The film looks great. The CGI is great. It's paced well, and it's an enjoyable ride. The actors all do a good job. Big scenes, neat visuals and so on. It has an "epic" feel, but it's only skin-deep.

There's barely any depth to the story you're seeing. Things/events obviously happen, but it's like it's a summary of a story rather than the story itself. There's zero tension or danger in the story - there are no stakes, no danger, no victory. The characters just do things but never seem to actually experience anything. There is no hardship, no loss, no vistory.

There are no thrills, because there is no danger. There are no stakes because Paul (and the Fremen) never lose. There is no victory because the audience never feels like the good guys might lose. There is absolutely nothing thought-provoking in the slightest. There are no philosophical ideas (unlike the source novel).

One review claims the film is "thought-provoking". Anyone who finds this film thought-provoking is literally braindead, and has never experienced actual thoughts. The same review claimed it was "THRILLING", using a scene where Dave Bautista escapes via a helicopter. I can tell you honestly that there were no thrills in that scene.

Paul joins the Fremen, and then instantly becomes a military leader. Even his trial of living in the desert is skipped. He never experiences any trials or danger. Events just happen with no build-up. There is no emotional connection to anything happening.

Unfortunately, it's ultimately all spectacle with no heart. The story is epic, the vistas epic, the everything is epic, except the story.
9/10
It has everything you want in a dune sequel
lopresti-4692726 February 2024
Before I get Into detail about this movie I just want to say that it's a fantastic movie and it's everything I wanted from the sequel.

The story is on point. It's very well paced and it doesn't drag like some parts of the first movie. The dialogue is well written, and impactful.

The main character arc is awesome. The story arc of other supporting characters is also very well done. They have great character development. The new antagonist is awesome.

The production value was very good. The score like the last film was amazing. The editing was on point. I just have nothing but good things to say about this movie.
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9/10
I might buy the Dune popcorn bucket...
reaganreviews26 February 2024
Austin Butler sheds his Elvis accent while Timothee Chalamet continues to sharpen his jawline as the Fremen's messiah.

Dune: Part Two is an absolute sci-fi masterpiece. Director Denis Villeneuve expertly builds upon the solid foundation laid by the first film injecting politics, religion, and romance.

The acting here is fantastic with standouts being Austin Butler, who is psychotic and creepy as Feyd-Rautha, along with Rebecca Ferguson, who takes on something totally different than the last film's characterization of Lady Jessica.

Greig Fraser is also a standout as the cinematographer along with the entire vfx team. This group is incredibly talented, using a very limited color palette to create stunningly realistic sandworms, spaceships, and otherworldly armies.

The sound mixing department and Hans Zimmer's score also work hand in hand to create an oddly pleasing yet deafening IMAX theater experience. This film is so loud and grand.

I also respect how Denis Villeneuve is sticking to his guns that he had while filming Sicario: he doesn't want to glorify the violence as he wants to show its effects on its victims. While the film is visually stunning, the violence is what it is. It's brutal and not over the top.

Overall, Dune showcases the best sci-fi has to offer with a great adaptation of Frank Herbert's space drama created with top tier acting and production.
10/10
Masterclass in grand spectacle
reelfilmophile26 February 2024
I have said that Denis Villeneuve is a master of putting grand spectacle on screen. Dune: Part 2 was an outsized enhancement of its predecessor. Seeing it in IMAX helped bring the massive landscape of this film into scope for the viewer.

Greig Fraser is a master cinematographer. The camera work, coupled with the special effects, have created a world that evokes a visceral feeling of realism.

The stunning visuals were accompanied with a beautiful score to guide emotions and tactful sound design that was vociferous in nature but also withdrawn when it needed to be. Believable choreography & acting to boot.

A star-studded cast that never outshines their characters - only once I kind of got taken out of the movie by a character and it was because of weird line delivery. The story was drawn out but never felt like it was dragging.

A fantastic experience with a crowd & another cinematic achievement to add to Denis' filmography that will surely bring him more awards.

P.s. Javier Bardem was having a TIME with his role & Austin Butler showed off his range as an actor. Also, loved the surprise cameo from an actress who is starring in another big movie this year!

P.s.s. Can I make "ride the worm" a commonly used phrase without it being misconstrued as dirty?

This is a clear early 2025 Oscar candidate for Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Design, Best Editing, Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Score.

...potential in acting categories as well...
4/10
Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two is as long as it is empty
nscoby9331 March 2024
After about a month, I finally decided to watch the highly praised Dune: Part Two. I purposefully waited this long as I wanted to wait out all the audiences who suck off Denis so I could attend a screening without them around.

As with Dune: Part One Denis is once again celebrated for mediocrity. Denis Villeneuve is a director I highly respect and hold in high regard! So why are people celebrating this? He is far and away a better storyteller than what he is doing in this film, which is why I highly believe Warner Brothers intruded in a lot of things. It also wouldn't be the first time WB ruins movies *cough* the DCEU. But when it comes to Denis, my bar for his storytelling ability is Prisoners. It's a phenomenal film if you haven't seen it. I would highly recommend it.

But I digress...

Dune: Part Two not only has the story issues that plagued Part One but then creates new ones. Once again, characters who should be here are not here. Groups that should be here are not here. Some examples... where are the Mentats? Where is the Bene Gesserit? Where is the Spacing Guild? Where is Thufir Hawat? Who, by the way, did survive in Dune: Part One but is conveniently gone. Why is it a big deal? Because he was the only remaining mentat alive on Arrakis after the death of Baron Harkonnen's mentat Piter. In the book, it's made a big deal that Thufir Hawat is placed in the Harkonnens service.

Paul is not developed properly. He doesn't grow to become Lisan al Gaib he just becomes it. He doesn't grow to be the Kwisatz Haderach he just becomes it. Nothing is earned. I appreciate that Paul in this film denies being these things as he did in the book, but as he grows, he himself comes to accept that he is these things and grows into them. Denis gave himself almost three hours for this film so he had plenty of time to do it properly. I do, however, appreciate the change and how recognizable the drastic character changes within Paul were.

Chani is completely changed and ruined here. Now Chani and her friends not believing that Paul is not the one is fine, I accept that I actually like that not all the Fremen were on board with Paul being the one. But as time went on and he began fulfilling the prophecy more people believed, and while that is portrayed for the most part, Chani never accepts it. Worst of all, she disregards it. When Chani is supposed to become Paul's girl. She would go on to always be at his side, accepting the things he has to become not rejecting it. There's a great scene at the end of the book between Chani and Lady Jessica. It ends the book so well, and what Lady Jessica says to Chani is so supportive because Jessica knows exactly what she's feeling. But nope, not here, not this Chani she just walks off, and this Jessica does nothing to help her.

Lady Jessica and her unborn daughter are horrendously done. When Jessica drinks The Water of Life, this baby's development is quickened, and she possesses the knowledge and wisdom of an adult. So she should've been born by the time the Emperor came to Arrakis. In fact, she was three years of age by that time, yet she spoke like an adult. More so, it is she the Bene Gesserit mother calls an abomination, not Paul. It makes no sense that she would call him that because even she was humbled and came to the realization that he is the Kwisatz Haderach. It also makes more sense that she calls Jessicas daughter an abomination because the Bene Gesserit are extreme when it comes to the planning of reproduction and controlling those aspects but of course Denis doesn't put these things in the film for God knows why.

These are just issues with a few characters, but it goes on. Feyd is underutilized, Rabban is useless and does nothing, the Emperor and his daughter are so pointless here it's a wonder Denis bothered with them at all. I will say I loved Princess Irulan's narration of events at the beginning of the film as this was how every chapter in the book begins. The political relationship that the Emperor has with Baron Harkonnen is gone or the relationship Baron Harkonnen has with his nephew Feyd gone. Everyone is just placed without thought of why they are supposed to be there.

The cast does a great job, and they do their best. I lay no fault at the cast. But the best in this film is Javier Bardem in the role of Stilgar as he was the only character who was actually like his book counterpart, and I'm sure that's just because of Javier Bardem his performance was fantastic!

The story presented here is thin and extremely watered down from its phenomenal source material. Then, for more reasons, unknown Denis rushes the third act as if there wasn't plenty of time. Though to show I'm being fair the opening of the film is good. Showing Fremen's ways was well done in the early stages. Paul's training was solid enough, but more of it should've been shown. The action is good but also ends up as a letdown in how things aren't properly set up. Battle scenes will begin and then abruptly end. The film just goes from scene to scene with no thought to its story within the journey of Paul. But it is beautiful, so there's that, I guess.

Even as a person who has only read the book once and definitely doesn't know all that much about Dune can see how much there is missing from this film and that goes for Dune: Part One as well.

Hans Zimmer returns with another great original score, but that's to be expected.

Finally, to once more show, I'm being fair. Dune is difficult to get right. From how much there is in the book to, at times, being difficult to read. I know while reading it myself that I spaced out multiple times, completely unable to follow what Frank Herbert was writing. Or perhaps I'm just stupid, so to those who have read Dune multiple times and have no issues reading it, then God bless you because you are far more intelligent than I.

Now I'm fully aware that no filmmaker will ever be able to put everything in from book to film. It's not possible. But as I'm reading The Godfather now and comparing it to the movie, I see what Coppola did there was capture its story and essence that The Godfather is. That's all Denis had to do. Now he did immaculately in the visual, and Hans Zimmer delivered with the music. Both aspects scream, Dune! But the essentials of Dune, in my opinion, are not here. I'm sure many would disagree, but these are my opinions.

Anyway, I could go on, but I just don't want to.

I genuinely wanted to like this film and had hoped that things would be better. In fact, I had more hope than my brother in law did and yet we both came out more disappointed than we thought we would. I am glad a great many people love both of these films, but I just don't. Entertaining as they may be as beautiful as they are, it doesn't justify the lack of content and the weak storytelling that is offered here.

IMDb: 4/10 Letterboxd: 2/5

Watched in Theaters.
7/10
Visually stunning, but emotionally flat
thejefflewis-9222816 March 2024
I saw Dune 2 on an XD screen and sound system. Visually, Dune 2 was jaw dropping. The sound was intense, and at times, too loud and droning. If you are interested in seeing this movie, it is worth seeing on a big screen.

Though I was fully engaged for its 2 hour and 46 minute run time, I would not call Dune 2 a masterpiece. Most characters acted emotionally flat. I also felt the romance between Paul and Chani was not convincing. When the story was reaching its climax, I did not care about the characters. I also think the movie should have spent a little time on setup about the Fremen. I get that they are oppressed by the Harkonnen, but their sacrifices and lost freedom should be shown to the viewer so we understand the emotional motivation to do a full assault on the Harkonnen.

Austin Butler was so intense in the movie. It illustrates his acting range. I hope he is recognized for his performance.

And here are some little nit-picky criticisms. They don't address how the Fremen eat. In terms of world building, these sort of details are necessary to make the world believable. I'm not convinced humans could survive on Arrakis. There is no way you could grow crops and raise animals. Did they eat synthetic food? The planet also couldn't sustain gigantic worms. These huge beasts would have to consume millions of calories a day, which is not available. Showing the details of a sustainable life on such a dry planet would help with believability. And the voice control thing done by the Bene Gesserit is sort of dumb. I know this is from the book, but that part of the book doesn't hold up over time.
10/10
Dune Messiah NOW!!!
allhailkingnerd-177003 March 2024
Wow...simply, wow! What an amazing experience! This. Is. Epic. Filmmaking! I'm a firm believer this will be the one to beat at the Oscars in 2025, no doubt! Breathtakingly shot, masterfully crafted, expertly performed; the quickest nearly 3hr film I've ever seen! OMG...this could change sci-fi, no scratch that, filmmaking in general moving forward! This has seriously set the standard for Hollywood quality! Denis best get the Best Achievement in Directing for this effort; he has MORE than earned it here! Such an astounding achievement overall! For me, it was a perfect film; it has everything you want in a film: good story, intriguing characters, touching drama, exciting action; seriously, this film has it all!!! Go out, treat yourself to the, and I'm gonna say it, the BEST FILM OF 2024!!!
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5/10
Editing is needed
RayCharles812 March 2024
I went in blind, aware of the hype and praise but giving it a fair chance.

First of all, there are some great scenes, no doubt. The first 45 minutes were pretty good.

However, it is simply too long. Too long means it gets boring and monotonous, and like some astute critics have said, the problem of it lingers in the question of, "why should I care?". Sure, there are religious and political elements that carry truth, but ultimately they come across as cliche.

Basically, you have a quasi biblical savior story here (I guess you can just compare it to Neo in the Matrix), with his journey of being the "one", the savior. The problem is: we've seen it all before.

As much as I was immersed in the visuals and interesting and grand visual scenes, by the one hour point, u couldn't help but to check my watch and how much time was left. Then, it picked up again for fifteen minutes before becoming boring again.

This will suffice as a sci fi experience, and I can see fans of the book loving it maybe, but it just lost me about halfway through. I won't deny the reviews and arguments that say part I was probably better.

Masterpiece? Certain "scenes" scattered about it were, but overall, it is just too long and needs serious editing to be a true one.

5/10.
4/10
A Weakly Written Interlude for Dune Part 3.
akoaytao12342 March 2024
Dune Part 2, continues the story of Paul and his mom as they live on after his family's dissemination. Acclimating with the Desert people, he continues his path to acceptance and revenge whilst her mom, is pushed for deity-ship as the new reverend mother.

Its biggest strength is that it is a visual feast. Every moment is a painting vibe. Deneuve knows how to frame his shot and elegantly present it to the audience.

Personally, not my film though. Its a bit dense for a Dune normie like me. This truly felt like you actually need to watch Dune Part One again and relearn stuff. AND, I hated that this film was written to be more of an actual 2hr 45min interlude to the third film. It was not a film that can stand on its own EVEN with the knowledge you had if you watched the first part.

I also felt that this came off intensely slow (not well paced) and overlong. The action would only peak for 10 mins towards the end AND its barely a climax in fact. A lot of the characters in this film are fodder (ie Butler and Pugh) and could have been edited out of it, and it would still make sense. Butler is definitely overhyped for how little/barebone his role is. Zendaya and Chalamet took the biggest chunk of the film but still felt underwritten - that's a testament given how long the film feels. The religious cult storyline faired better but I felt that it could have been more subtle and organically ingrained into the story rather than driven into dialogue.

Overall, just not my cup of tea. I think its overhyped.
9/10
A lively experience
mieriks28 February 2024
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This movie, about Paul Atreides who unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family, is a masterpiece!

Just what I expected; definitely better on a rewatch! I loved it after my first-time watch, but now I love it even more. Now I am obsessed with it and cannot wait for the next sequel. During my first-time watch, there were several elements that slightly detracted my experience, like the time jumps, small and confusing but important details, pacing, and the deal with antagonists. There are still a few minor issues that I still think could have been done better, but now that I am already aware of them, I really do not care. Only the positive elements are visible to me because the original issues I had with it make much more sense now and feel just right.

I love the world introductions in Dune (2021), when we see everything for the first time. You just forget your own reality while being soaked into its fictional world. Once you have a good enough understanding and overview of the story and characters, the show goes on, especially in Dune: Part Two. The first movie is like a cold and dark introduction, but the second movie is more of a powerful and dangerous soul. The line by the father, Duke Leto Atreides, of the protagonist, Paul Atreides, "A great man doesn't seek to lead; he is called to it." is the perfect slogan for Dune: Part Two, and Dune: Part Two masterfully translates it into drama, action, and adventure. During my previous watch, I looked at the movie as more like the good versus the evil, but now my only focus is on Paul. Everything is about him himself. He is the one who moves the people. He is the one who makes a change for the world. My focus was too much on the antagonists during my first-time watch because I was disappointed with how easily they were defeated after a huge build-up, but now I see that part as a strengthening element to the depiction of Paul as Lisan al Gaib. The weaknesses of the antagonists make Paul so much more powerful, and I love it!

In terms of the technical aspects, they are probably the best ones I have ever experienced. They are not perfect, but you cannot get much better quality in 2024. Dune: Part Two has everything; cinematography, sound, score, CGI, practical effects, locations, costumes, makeup, props. It is mind-blowing. It is probably the best movie theater experience I have ever had, especially because of its technical aspects, which does not only make it to a fantastic movie, but an actual unforgettable experience, and I am grateful for that. Long live the cinema!

This movie surpasses its predecessor. The intricate world, allows the story to truly flourish. Paul emerges as the central focus, a leader not by choice but by destiny. The movie masterfully translates this theme into a thrilling spectacle, complete with unparalleled technical achievements. It is not only a good versus evil story, but a character study of the power and purpose of Paul. The experience is unforgettable, a testament to the magic of cinema.
10/10
A masterpiece in many ways and it's everything you want from a sequel!
Ratingzzz28 February 2024
The storyline was so powerful and wasn't dragged out like it was a bit with the first one. Here every scene felt so important and the dialogue is so impactful and inspiring!

Character development can sometimes be a bit tricky with movies who are dealing with a lot of characters yet here they handled it wonderful! The main and supporting characters each had something to bring to the table!

Editing, score, cinematography, acting... all perfect! Also I saw it in IMAX which made it way more better so I have nothing but good things to say about this masterpiece! I recommend this on the biggest screen possible!
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10/10
BEYOND
spiked_123200326 February 2024
*NON-SPOILER REVIEW*

Wow! This is just beyond. Beyond my imagination. Beyond what I was expecting. Beyond all previous iterations of this story put to film. Such an epic! Can't wait for more of this Saga 😊😉

I was quite surprised they didn't do a weird time jump. I loved the fan intro before the film and they called it a saga, so...I'm expecting they are making more, but I heard recently, this is the last Dune film from this director sadly. I hope they take this like they did Harry Potter and keep the same style and fluidity.

This film definitely had more action that the first film. They got up close and in person with it, which worked really well.

Great character development which wasn't rushed. The love story played well and I'd expect they add a little more if they do a director's cut or something.

Cinematography was epic like the previous film 🎥

Acting was great and it was nice to see the diversity in actors.

The whole design of the film with all its visuals, costumes, sound design, stunts and choreography, set design, etc., etc., were fantastic.

The "Narrating" was done properly and not distracting.

I'm honestly not sure how they can top this one.

P. S.> Even though it was a long film, I didn't see one person get up to go to the bathroom. There was always something on screen worth watching.

Rating: 9.5-9.7/10.
7/10
Excellent Visuals but Overly Condensed
kristianlagrange3 March 2024
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This movie is a visual masterpiece that will be studied for decades. The colors are vivid, the lighting is gorgeous and the cgi is mostly indistinguishable from reality.

That said, despite being almost 3 hours long, the story felt hugely condensed. It felt like each scene gives you the bare minimum to understand what's happening, but elaborates on nothing. It felt like it wants you to immerse yourself in a unique and complex world, but gives every setting only a few minutes of time before hopping straight to the next. For example, the training of Paul. We never see him learn how to ride the sandworm, so when he succeeds, it doesn't feel as triumphant as it would have otherwise. The Harkonnens are also much less intimidating than they were before. Most of their screentime is comprised of them trying and failing to farm spice on Arrakis, until they are defeated by Paul and the Fremen at the end without much difficulty. They should have put up more of a fight. Lastly, I know from sources that an ecological message the was very important in the book was emmited completely from the film. The Fremen speak of bringing green back to Arrakis, but that's all we ever see them do.

Part of it may be a limitation of the format. If one must adapt a book full of complex lore, than either a trilogy or even a serialization may be the better option as you get more time to explain everything. I know that a third film is coming but it's not based on the same book anymore, and while I haven't read any of the books, I don't believe I should. I believe that film should stand on its own two feet, and this one does. Its legs are long and slender, with just the bare minimum of muscle required to stand, but it stands nonethelss :)
5/10
Why not going with the book?
omraai1 March 2024
It's a shame because the first movie was more accurate and loyal to the book (except the Hakonnen being bald) but in this movie they went fine for the first 1.5 hours and then it's a free fall.

The ending was really disappointing and not even close to the book. Where was princess Alia? A really important character that was left out. How long can Jessica be pregnant? It's ridiculous.

Maybe they should have made another movie and give more attention to the final battle.

People who didn't read the book or saw the first movie from 1984 don't know that the plot is different and perhaps that's why they think it's a masterpiece. Well, it's not.
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4/10
Disappointing :(
zureal-776715 March 2024
I feel like I'm taking crazy pills or have missed a dose, as I cannot comprehend the high praise for this sequel.

I adored Part 1, which introduced me to this trippy Sci-Fi and the grandeur of a far-flung potential future.

Part 2 was all spectacle, yelling, and repetition (we get it, he's the chosen one), marred by:

poor editing (I'm genuinely shocked they didn't start the film on Giedi Prime with that battle sequence. Beginning it there would have pulled us in to this weird SciFi world and made it clear that there was some horrific villain who would be a huge threat to Paul and his ambitions, instead we got a slow paced intro about returning a dead body. Dull)

Lackluster pacing (yes, there's a lot to cover, but the narrative swings between too much happening and sudden lulls, or a weird build-up to a climax that kind of just happens out of nowhere - bang - and it's done).

The lead, Timothee, falls short of charisma (he's genuinely trying, but he seems miscast)

The romance feels totally unconvincing (almost as bad as that romance in Attack of the Clones).

The villain, despite a cool appearance, lacks depth. Yes, he's psychotic and needs to constantly look up beneath a furrowed hairless brow to show us that, but he's not scary or threatening.

Maybe I need to watch it again, but I was disappointed for sure, and I don't really know if it's just me missing something or if everyone's expectations of good films are being watered down, and we're forgetting that good movies get under your skin, whereas this one barely made a scratch.
10/10
It's a cinematographic masterpiece, I hadn't come across a movie that would make me want to watch it over and over again for a long time, until today
averagedeveloper10 March 2024
Dune part two is a very good movie. It is a masterpiece in terms of visuals, stage designs, use of sound, acting, and the subtext it adapts from the book. It is perhaps the best movie that Hollywood has offered us in recent years, made by the most qualified people. But there is some flaws, even though the voices of people trying to say it are silenced due to the hype that is raging around. Still, I can also say that it is the most deserved hype I have ever seen.

The film has two major issue that are related to each other. The first is that the ending of the film is rushed, as if the budget or screen time has run out. The film moves like it jumps from scene to scene without allowing us to enjoy the final climax moment. Thus, the scary sardaukar we saw in the first movie become meaningless. It's a bit like the last season of Game of Thrones here, there is a pacing problem. Honestly, I suspect this feeling was because I was so enthused by the quality of the film at the end so I went crazy for seeing more and more.

The second problem is Alia. I understand the difficulty of staging Alia. That's why it was decided to deviate from the book and keep her in the mother's womb throughout the movie. This is a reference that spoils the pacing aspect of the movie, which is smooth except for the last act. While what we see from Paul's and Jessica's experiences is meaningful if it is spread over timeline, this reference point forces it all to have happened in five or six months.

It's a problem that shouldn't even be mentioned, but the fact that the Fremen's battle uniforms did not resemble Paul's visions in the first movie made me a little bitter.

Dune is a masterpiece in many senses, especially cinematographically. In fact, what the source story says about people, its subtexts and world fiction are amazing. I haven't been this completely immersed in a movie in a long time. I loved how they changed Chani's story arc and gave her a personality, and I loved how they showed Jessica's role more clearly than in the book. I loved how they made the character of Feyd more meaningful as his place in the grand scheme of things.

So, it is not free from some flaws. Still, it is such a good movie that, while you normally get bored watching a movie over and over again, I love this movie even more by watching it over and over again.
9/10
An expanded version with positivities beating its negativities
Aziz2426 February 2024
Rating: 9.5/10 Watched on Feb 25th, 2024 @ Fan First Premiere event Format: (Digital) IMAX

It's safe to say that Dune Part 2 is basically an expansion of Part One. More characters are added, the story is now more complex and 10x interesting with much going on, and the world of Dune is bigger.

However, with lots of negativities in my opinion, the positivities are much stronger to not ruin the experience nor lower the rating.

Director Denis Villeneuve proves himself again in Part Two that he is the perfect director to direct the Dune project. In addition, all the crew that helped in delivering this project truly did an accurate and amazing job to deliver this world the way it is supposed to be delivered.

The VFX in this film is absolutely amazing and not noticeable expect for very few scenes that is obvious about the use of green screens but this will not ruin the experience at all. Also, the cinematography that captures Arrakis (where most of the film is held in) absolutely supports the VFX in capturing some great shots that most of them are long wide shots to capture the beautiful desert. Moreover, most of the times the characters are positioned to be in the middle of the long wide shot to capture the size of the character comparing to the world around them mostly to show off their vulnerability or their strong abilities depending in the character.

The film is so much inspired by the middle eastern culture in terms of the language, clothings, production design, movements, and all the beliefs that most of the characters follow.

Hans Zimmer's music is perfectly composed and really loved how in most of the fight sequences, there is no music to be played in the background making the whole attention pointed towards the fight movements which increases the nervousness and tense vibe.

Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya are absolutely amazing. Paul Atreides (played by Timothée Chalamet) have reached his peak and prime level. By the end of this film, he is no longer the young Paul Atreides, he is the most powerful man in Arrakis and no one can top him nor control him. He is written with so much care that will make you recall the version that we saw in Part One and how his long journey that we experienced with him wasn't that easy. And this might be one of the greatest character studies/character development stories in cinema history, and Timothée Chalamet had a huge part in achieving that. By the end of Part Two, you will realize that Chalamet is indeed the perfect actor to portray Paul Atreides due to Chalamet's deep portraying during the different stages that his character goes through in this film and mostly moments of anger and strength on other characters. However, the real surprise is Rebecca Ferguson as her character really went through many changes in this film in which it was really shown due to Rebecca's acting. She was absolutely able to deliver the terrifying and powerful characteristics of her character Jessica. The second biggest surprise is Austin Butler as Fyed-Rautha as both his make-up design and acting was able to bring this character to screen the way it is suppose to be in the book.

For the negativities:

-With the same mistake that is in Dune Part One, Part Two (and the whole Dune saga) highly needs to be 'Rated R' to allow some gore, bloody, and disgusting violence scenes to be present in the film, and part Two has the perfect chance due to the amount of fight sequences specifically with Austin Butler's character, Feyd-Rautha that had epic fight sequences that were shot in Black & White and I think it's obvious the reason behind shooting them in Black & White.

-Unfortunately the seriousness in this film has been lowered significantly. Especially with Javier Bardem's character Stilgar that cracks most of the jokes. What happened to Stolgar that walked in on Oscar Isaac's Duke Leto Atredius in Part One with much confident and seriousness refusing to give anything about his people?

Also, Dave Batista's character Glossu Rabban is so weak in this film and we barely saw him defending himself or even being powerful which is something that does not fit with Batista's physical appearance nor the character's characteristics or the 'brutal' House Harkonnen that he represents.

-(NOT A SPOILER AS IT WAS ANNOUNCED BY DIRECTOR DENIS VILLENEUVE) Lastly, in case you didn't know, during the London premiere of Dune Part Two, actress Anya Taylor-Joy appeared at the red carpet and it was announced that the actress will be having a small surprise appearance role in the film. Can I understand why this was announced and why wasn't it kept as a surprise like it was this whole time????? Since when do actors and actresses that have a surprise role in a film appear at the red carpet premiere? This makes her appearance at the carpet very much useless and it truly ruined the surprise that was kept hidden perfectly the past few years.
10/10
Star Wars of the 2020's
eotbruh26 February 2024
I had the joy of watching this movie early, and was nothing short of amazed. Simply put this movie is one of the best crafted, and most impressive films I have ever seen. The casting is spectacular, and the massive character arcs that are displayed masterfully are as well. The camera angles are creative and unique, showcasing multiple landscapes in fascinating new ways (even surpassing the quality of Dune part One). This movie gave me the chills often and was reminiscent of the original three Star Wars movies in a way. Both franchises paved the way for something entirely new, and showcase revolutionary film techniques that are sure to dazzle and inspire audiences for years to come. This movie was one of the best I have ever seen and I highly recommend it to anyone who is willing to sit through a three hour long movie.
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9/10
A really fun and very engaging addition to the Dune series
IrateTyrant22 March 2024
I saw this opening weekend in 4DX at Regal Theaters (the theater where the seats move, water sprays in the air, air blasts you, the theater fills with smoke, lightning flashes, etc.) I had a completely amazing experience with the movie. Denis Villeneuve is one of my least favorite directors. I thought Prisoners sucked, Blade Runner sucked, and Arrival sucked. But his vision came to completion with this installment of the Dune series. His first Dune movie, in 2021, was rather bland all-around. This one was filled with action sequences to the brim. I also commend him with his efforts in artistic cinema with the black and white Harkonnen world. Austin Butler was really great, as was Zendaya. There are many flaws in the movie such as where it skips parts of the books or changes them, mechanics of some of the sci-fi elements, and some of the actors lack of commitment to their roles. But overall, it was a really fun and entertaining movie that impressed me a lot. Riding the 4DX seats while they were riding the sandworms was a blast!
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6/10
I didn't like it very much
cherchezan26 March 2024
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First of all, too many changes from the book in my opinion. The characters felt a bit off. I loved much of the visuals in the film, I like the world they created, felt in line with the book and I liked the choices for the actors portraying Harkonnens especially, however, the emperor just bothered me, I thought it was such a horrible choice, just terrible, otherwise a decent cast overall that fits with the descriptions of the characters.

There were many scenes added that were not in the book and some characters were entirely removed. They were not necessarily bad if you didn't read the book, like the killing of the baron, it worked, but I couldn't help but think about that. Also the child he had with Chani is not mentioned. His little sister would have been a great, twisted character but that was removed too... small things here and there that just lowered my enjoyment of the film.

It is also crazy long. By the end of it I couldn't wait to leave the theatre.

In the end, I feel like it was great visually but I felt that it changed details that I thought needed not changing so that lowered my enjoyment of this film considerably. If I was to go back in time I'd probably watch it at home on my tv instead of the theatre. Worth watching but I think that all the praises it's getting are a bit exaggerated, but definitely better than the garbage Disney puts out, so maybe that's why people love it so much.
6/10
Spectacular Movie...The Story on the Other Hand...
nsnyvbe1 March 2024
Being a long time fan of Dune, and the books by Frank Herbert, I left Dune: Part Two with a sense of confusion at what I had just watched.

Denis Villeneuve did a phenomenal job with Dune: Part One, hands down, no question. He stayed as true as possible to the original story with very few, albeit minor changes from the novel. The reasons behind this were understandable; deliver Frank Herbert's "Dune" in a manner that modern audiences could digest and walk away from understanding and appreciating what they had just experienced.

Dune: Part Two arrives; critics and influencers alike are toting the film as a "masterclass of filmmaking" and "best science fiction movie of all time to date".

I am fair and give credit where credit is due. The characters and their execution of their roles were flawless, the cinematography was awe-inspiring, the action was jaw-dropping, and the musical scoring was outstanding setting every mood and tone perfectly.

So, why six stars? The story. Hands down, the story.

There are creative liberties taken by Villeneuve that I believe hurts the original material. Many of these liberties are easily identified in the film by "holy crap!" moments, and the *GASP* moments in the film. Granted, while, once again, masterfully executed, they accomplished exactly what it felt like they were meant to do - get shock value. Whether these changes were studio decisions, or Villeneuve's, remains to be seen.

Had Villeneuve followed his original formula from Dune: Part One into Dune: Part Two, following the narrative from Frank Herbert's original works, I still think this film would have impressed beyond measure. Unfortunately, in its release state, I believe Dune: Part Two fails the audience by robbing them of the true experience that is Dune - the story.

This is how I felt leaving the theater; let down. Is it a visually stunning and well executed movie? Yes. Is it true to the source material? No.

I leave viewers, enthusiasts, and fans of the original novels a fair observation and warning. If you want to see an amazing movie, you will be pleased. If you are going for the story - be prepared.
8/10
Long awaited
SuperReviewerSwede28 February 2024
While it without a doubt is a masterclass in editing, cinematography, SOUND DESIGN :0, casting I can't seem to ignore the glaring flaws. The cast as expected is masterclass and I especially really enjoyed Bardem and Butler this time around and Denis will most likely get a best director nomination next year.

Even though there is no doubt about its "epicness" I found it to have an even bigger pacing issue than the first one. Somewhere midway through it had me looking at my watch wondering if it is close to ending and found out that we are just grazing into the second act.

The third act felt rushed and the conclusion while understandably set up for a continuation in Messiah felt really undeserving and abrupt. I would have liked to expand the third act maybe 20 more minutes just to have the movie conclude at a satisfying point rather than in the middle of the story exactly as the first one did. I might pump this up to a 9 if the next movie concludes the story in a satisfying manner.

Overall a great film with many flaws that I unfortunately can't look past. It is one of the great modern sci fi's but dare I say, didn't exactly live up to the hype. See it at the biggest screen possible, 8/10.
9/10
HELL YEAH
halcyonedit14 March 2024
I swear if Dune Part Two was a whole day long I would watch it without taking a break. I hope this film reminds Hollywood studios that filmmaking decisions should come from artists, not management.

Compared to the first part, everything is elevated tenfold. Even thought the story doesn't seem to have a clear traditional structure it still works like magic. It constantly alternates between small-scale and big-scale conflicts, keeping you on your toes. The soundtrack is more varied and accompanies every scene perfectly. Every decision just clicks right.

It's epic, inspiring, eerie, scary, moving, tender, and intelligent. I didn't want it to end.
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10/10
Very Spicey!
ThereelscoopwithKK12 March 2024
Undoubtedly one of the greatest cinematic experiences I've ever had. Most movies nowadays try to wow you with either visuals, action, character development, and seemingly less and less so everyday with a reasonable plot. This movie manages to check off every box. It is hard to pinpoint an actor in it that wasn't superb in their role. The visual effects, especially in IMAX , are stunning and are not simply artistic in nature, but actually work to advance the plot.

The film is pieced together so brilliantly with each act seamlessly fitting in with the last. The score by Zimmer is unsurprisingly absolute perfection as well.

For the length of the movie it actually feels quite short which is a huge achievement and shows how immersed you become in Villneuve's world.

However, I would have liked to see more of Feyd Rautha. They had an epic scene of his in the Harkonnen arena, but not too much else to develop him for his final battle against Paul. I also would have liked to see the Sardaukar put up a little better of a fight. They somehow went from the empires greatest fighters to pretty pathetic. Perhaps this was to show how strong Paul and his forces had become, but it just seemed a bit too easy. Still these are just personal aspects I would have liked to see and are not issues in the movie itself.

Overall, an epic movie, and the trilogy is likely to be sitting right alongside The Lord of the Rings and the original Star Wars movies when all is said and done.

This is a can't miss in IMAX.
Snooze fest
frezeframe1 March 2024
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If this movie wasn't 3 hours long... if it were say, 2 hours, I'd probably give it a solid 8. A lot went into this film. And I could write a review full of things I liked. But given all the 10 of 10 ratings (making it possibly the most overrated Hollywood film this century) I just have to state the minuses.

Dune: part 2 was full of long dialogue heavy scenes and too many characters and too much "worship" of Timothée Chalamet's character Paul. We get it.. he's the "chosen one." It just came off as cliché. And Zendaya is cool, but she's not the caliber of actor that can hold a movie for 3 hours. She had RBF the entire movie.

Also the build up to the bad guys dying over the last two films was a big let down. The "uncle" character (Baron) was awful for 2 films and he gets killed in 2 seconds. Same with his "nephew" (Glossu). All this time spent with them and they just fall over and die. And Christopher Walken was terribly miscast in this as the emperor. Weak character.

And the sandworms. They were cool the first 5 times. But for the amount of screen time they get and they never change... it gets old after awhile.

It's a good film to revisit to fall asleep too. But it other than a cool soundtrack and some great cinematography and costume design, this film doesn't really do much. Dune has proven a very difficult story to capture on film and no one has done it right yet.
6/10
A Tale of Hope, A Twist in Tragedy
Weap0n29 February 2024
Dune: Part Two comes out in a historic moment where world feel the need of a new Kolossal movie while every other big scale franchises are dooming.

Unfortunately Paul's epic tale suffers of incredibly slow pacing cuts and slow character building sequences. Imagine it takes one hour to get out of the "become the messiah" chapter. I liked the direction and the choice to cut meaningless chatting over a bigger direction with the world showing the events. Dialogues are often over filled with high fantasy terms and nomenclatures which I'm sure will lose the audience many times before you understand you don't actually need to understand what they mean to get the bigger picture.

Casting is probably one of the greatest I have ever seen with many having just a few lines of dialogues and/or not feeling invested in the characters they are portraying.

I can't stand Bautista to be the main villain for the first part of such a movie...Just to be replaced by a random dude with no charm that does a badass show-off for 5 minutes and become our tier S final boss.

World wants Villeneuve to be the new Peter Jackson so hard with articles and adv everywhere over the Net calling it the new 'Empire Strikes Back' but this Dune is a poor contender when put in comparison to any Lord of the Rings.
7/10
I wish it was a good as Part 1
reno_fog20 March 2024
I was very excited about seeing Dune part two today. I have been waiting for it with expectancy. Number one was so good that I've watched it half a dozen times because it's so much like the book. I have only one question and one criticism of this movie, why did you have to change the end? Everything was going along just fine until you changed the ending. Frank Herbert wrote a great story, a great book and a great ending and I just don't understand why you needed to change the end It's very disappointing and it's not worth watching again because it's not the story that I am used to. So as I said, after the Kyle McLaughlin version of Dune, what book did you read? Because it certainly wasn't Dune.
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8/10
Epic and powerful (but not perfect) cinematic masterpiece
junttilajuhamatias29 February 2024
Denis Villeneuve proves once again for being one of the greatest filmmakers of our time with Dune Part 2 being possibly his greatest movie so far.

Dune Part 2 is everything you want for a sequel. It's bigger, boulder and slightly better than its predecessor. This movie concludes the first movie in a very satisfying way as you keep rooting for Paul in his revenge quest and rise to power.

This movie has more action scenes, explosions and violence than the first film but keeps the same tone in the world building, mysticism and grounded character moments.

Visually and technically this movie is masterpiece.

There are some scenes that will stay with you even after the credits roll, wanting to go see the film again just to relive the spectacle you just witnessed (those who've seen it, you know which scenes I'm talking about...). CGI is also used sparingly just to amplify the screenplay in large scenes.

Direction and writing of this movie is top notch and satisfying for the viewer. The movie creates tension in the beginning and peaks strongly towards the end (unlike Oppenheimer). There are no pacing issues.

Storywise the movie succeeds in the message its trying to deliver thanks to the cast and especially Timothée Calamet's strong performance. I was worried that Paul Atreides' journey of becoming the chosen "jihad messiah" would not be believable at all, given the main actors young age. To my surprise this was all done very well and Timothée Calamet managed to shift his characters personality in a drastic way, which made him seem like a totally different person at the end, the kind of fanatic leader the masses would follow. This is partly for the credit of the rest of the cast that genuinely seem to worship and uplift the young man to power.

However, there are some minor faults in this movie but only minor since the movie could have been even better and elevated into perfection with only a few fixes in my opinion.

Firstly, the events of the movie and planet Arrakis are supposed to control the fate of the entire universe. Sadly the film doesn't make us feel this intergalactic conflict since it focuses only on the two houses, Harkonnen and Atreides. Events take place mainly on Arrakis and the world isn't expanded much. This could've been fixed with just extra 5 - 10 minutes by showing us a few different planets, cultures and other great houses reacting to the conflict or talking about it in some manner. Sadly we dont have a director's cut to show us what could've been.

Secondly, the movie feels somewhat one dimensional because of the interplay of the story and the music. Although fantastic, Hans Zimmer's score is quite loud and pushes the audience to feel the "epicness" "darkness" and sense of "doom" to the point of exhaustion throughout the 3 hour runtime. There aren't enough calm and beautiful moments and gentle musical pieces to balance out these emotions, other than a few between Chani and Paul.

Other movies of this genre (e.g. Star Wars, Interstellar) manage to evoke many different emotions throughout the film. But since this movie is mainly about revenge, power and conquest the score suits the plot well. But in the end the movie evokes only one kind of emotion with its themes and music to complement it. This could've been fixed with maybe revisiting Paul's early family life in flashbacks or something else that's tonally different to the main feel of the movie. For these reasons I must say I felt a sleight sense of emptiness after leaving the theatre.

Despite these few critiques, the movie succeeds on every front and brings home the main theme of revenge and justice in a very satisfying way for the audience and concludes the setup in the first installment very well. Dune Part 2 is an epic visual masterpiece and will remain as one of the greatest Sci-fi films of this generation.

Rating: 8,3 stars.
10/10
Masterpiece!!!!!!! Setting the benchmark for all upcoming sci-fi movies...
SonGoku5405 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Two" arrives, fulfilling the promise of its predecessor with stunning visuals, epic action sequences, and a deeper dive into Frank Herbert's captivating universe.

The film is a feast for the eyes. From the vast, shimmering deserts of Arrakis to the intricate designs of the Fremen culture, every frame is meticulously crafted and awe-inspiring. Building on the foundation laid in Part One, the action is bigger, bolder, and more thrilling. The sandworm battles are particularly impressive, showcasing the immense power and scale of these creatures. While the first half focuses heavily on world-building, the sequel delves deeper into character development. We see Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) grapple with his destiny, Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) navigate the Fremen power dynamics, and Chani (Zendaya) emerge as a strong voice of reason. The cast delivers strong performances across the board. Chalamet continues to impress as the conflicted Paul, while Ferguson brings depth and complexity to Lady Jessica. Zendaya shines with her nuanced portrayal of Chani, and the supporting cast, including Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin, adds further weight to the narrative.

The film's first half feels rushed at times, cramming in a lot of exposition to catch viewers up on plot points left unresolved in Part One. This can be jarring for those unfamiliar with the source material. While visually stunning, the film struggles to match the emotional weight of the first installment. The complex themes of power, destiny, and ecological balance are present, but not fully explored. The film ends on a cliffhanger, setting the stage for a potential third part. While this may leave some viewers satisfied, others might find it frustrating.

The cinematography by Greig Fraser is magnificent, capturing the vastness of Arrakis and the intricate details of the Fremen culture. The score by Hans Zimmer is once again powerful and evocative, adding to the film's epic atmosphere. The sound design is immersive, placing viewers right in the heart of the action.

"Dune: Part Two" is a visually stunning and action-packed continuation of the epic saga. While the pacing and emotional impact are not quite as strong as the first film, the performances, technical aspects, and deeper exploration of the characters and world make it a worthwhile experience for fans of science fiction and grand-scale storytelling. However, be prepared for a conclusion that leaves you wanting more.
8/10
Show me who you are
nogodnomasters11 March 2024
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The series is not over. Part two leaves open a part three. The real problem is the length of time between the releases. I forgot most of the first feature. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) lives among the locals as he learns to become one of them including the John Cleese silly walk one must do to walk across the worm-infested desert. Mom aka Lady Jessica Atreides (Rebecca Ferguson) becomes the great holy mother and is with child. We discover a twist in her genealogy when Paul has a vision. Worlds collide as Paul becomes smitten with Chani Spice (Zendaya). Chani is our skeptic. She believes that prophecy and the promise of a coming messiah are tools used to enslave people. Dave Bautista remains typecast as a brute. Christopher Walken is still alive but I suggest they film his parts first in the next feature. They could have cut 30 minutes from the feature if they eliminated all of Timothée Chalamet's slow swagger walks. It got silly after a while.

Guide: No swearing or nudity. Implied sex.
3/10
Deeply disappointing
sjd_bulgaria29 February 2024
First movie - 8/10.

Here is why this one is 3/10 in no particular order:
  • Stilgar reduced to a clown
  • the Barron reduced to a inconsequential background
  • half of the movie was people (mostly women of course) staring meanly at the camera
  • the other half was weak inconsequential dialogue of no substance i.e. "genius we are melting rock on them" says the Barron completely out of character and for no reason at all
  • the pacing felt choppy
  • the direction felt aimless as if two different people directed the two parts
  • the visual gravity of scenes mismatched the gravity of the soundtrack numerous times
  • girl power, anti-south and "mah equality" moments for no reason
  • three of Paul's key scenes were carbon copies of Daenerys' scenes from Game of Thrones season 1 and 2
  • etc. Etc. Bad character work.
8/10
Deviates too much from the book
SikeAndras3 March 2024
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It is probably impossible to create a good Dune movie, as the book(s) are really complex in many ways. With that said, the first movie captured the essence of Dune as well as you could and kept true to the plot for the most part.

This second movie, however, kills some characters and dynamics. Why is Stilgar only a comedic relief? Why did they decide to leave Alia, one of the most important characters in the books, out of the movie? Why is the relationship between Chani and Paul so shallow? They even left out that they had a son that died. The ending scene is underwhelming and is not in line with Paul from the books.

If you're willing to ignore these issues, or you have never read the books at all, this is still a GREAT movie, but the authentic Dune experience still remains Frank Herbert's book.
6/10
Good...but
wileysee29 February 2024
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The movie was descent scifi and a FAIRLY good second part to the series. The character build wasgood but not great. The dialog left something to be desired as it was at times confusing if you didn't know the story. The cinematography was excellent.

All that being said, I can't for the life of me understand why the writers and directors feel in today's world that they have to change the original story line. The modifications done actually did major changes to the story in a way that made it lose continuity and not make sense in parts. The leaving out of specific caracter interactions such Pauls sister killing the Baron and Paul's ability to use the 'voice' to say nothing of skiping the whole sonic weapon storyline was crazy. Chanti's lack of support for Paul's descision to marry Emperor's daughter was weird. Chani not having a son was also strange as it played a big part in Paul's descision making.

All in all the tone and storyline of the second part was as if this was a totally different movie and story from the first part.
3/10
Extremely Lackluster
mattstenson3 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two," despite its ambitious attempt to continue the epic saga, falls significantly short of the expectations set by its predecessor, leaving much to be desired in both narrative depth and character development. Where Denis Villeneuve's first installment offered a visually stunning and philosophically rich entrance into the universe of Frank Herbert's iconic series, this sequel struggles to maintain that momentum, veering into the realm of cinematic redundancy and superficial spectacle.

The film's pacing is one of its most glaring issues. It oscillates between rushed sequences that skim over crucial plot points and tedious stretches where little of consequence happens. This erratic tempo not only disrupts the narrative flow but also undermines the story's emotional weight, leaving the audience disengaged from what should be high-stakes moments.

Character development, or the lack thereof, further detracts from the film's appeal. Newcomers to the cast are introduced with great fanfare but are given scant screen time to evolve beyond one-dimensional figures. This oversight is particularly disappointing given the rich backstories and intricate personalities that define Herbert's characters. Even returning characters, who were previously portrayed with depth and complexity, are reduced to mere shadows of their former selves, often acting out of character or being pushed to the sidelines.

Visually, "Dune: Part Two" continues to impress with its breathtaking landscapes and meticulous attention to detail in costume and production design. However, these aesthetic achievements cannot compensate for the film's narrative shortcomings. The reliance on CGI spectacle over substantive storytelling feels like a missed opportunity to explore the novel's themes of power, ecology, and human nature.

Moreover, the script seems to struggle with balancing the source material's dense political intrigue with the need for blockbuster action sequences. As a result, much of the film's potential for thoughtful commentary on imperialism and environmentalism is lost in translation, replaced by generic battle scenes that lack the emotional resonance seen in the first film.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part Two" is a visually captivating but ultimately unsatisfying continuation of the Dune saga. Its failure to capitalize on the groundwork laid by its predecessor results in a sequel that feels both overloaded and superficial. While die-hard fans may find moments to enjoy, those seeking the depth and nuance of the original will likely be left wanting more. This sequel, unfortunately, suggests that in attempting to broaden its appeal, the franchise has sacrificed the very elements that made it distinctive and compelling in the first place.
9/10
Dark & Brooding, Read The Books First!
martimusross2 March 2024
Dune 2

I enjoyed it immensely!

This started continuously from the first movie, and luckily I rewatched the first movie in preparation, I would suggest this is a must! Again the movie was merciless, if you had not read the books you would be lost from the start as no explanation was offered, and perhaps should go home at this point lol

Part 2 of the book is about the coming true of the Arakan prophecy of a messiah that will lead the fremen to a "green paradise". So it is dark and religiously "top heavy", and so was this movie. A brooding dark serious movie with Paul and Jessica struggling with their inner demons for most of the time and tons of set piece Marshall combats. No gags here!

Mr Villineuve again achieved the impossible by bringing to life this most complex of novels for the fans and it was really quite brilliant and needs to be watched numerous times.

Without undermining the brilliant acting from the cast, Timothee Chalamet was outstanding in his ability to command the screen and convey we were in the presence of a messiah, he was never off the screen and it was deeply moving. The element about Paul being able to see backwards and forwards in time, whilst mentioned was not demonstrated really very effectively. Secondly, we needed more demonstration of the voice in its subtleties.

There were several divergences from the book, Paul's integration into the Fremen took 3 years and Alia was born with the memories of her ancestors and excellent with a knife, this seemed to happened over a summer in the movie. Secondly Chani stands by Paul's side throughout even through a political marriage, the movie diverges from this. However Mr Villeneuve condensed the spirit of the book without diluting its impetus and Frank Herbert's intentions were respected.

Perhaps more controversial, and of course it's my opinion, there was, unfortunately, to my mind, one glaring problem, there just was no on-screen chemistry between Timothee and Zendaya, it just didn't work, also her acting grated, she seemed to have attended the AB school of acting, using just 2 faces that conveyed petulance, irritation or indeed trapped wind! She just overworked most of it as if it was for TV, we all know, for movie acting "less is more", she looked the part, but there just was just no sexual frisson, and the accent was too american, everyone else modified their to be from "nowhere" exactly, so she was miscast. I have seen this actress now in Spider-Man, Euphoria and now this, she lacks thespianic skills to convey anything more than the superficial, just no heft! Florence Pugh would have made a better Chani as that lady has the skills when she's humble!

I thought Austin Butler was brilliant as the evil nephew, bulked up and without eyebrows, and the teeth, it was a terrific transformation and I love it!

The music was amazing throughout as were the worms and battle sequences, the CGI set a new standard in meticulous and seamingless continuity, we were there, we had a parched throat and sand in our faces, I did the sand walk back to the underground lol!

This is, of course a must see, and I'm giving it a 9 outta 10, brilliant except for the romantic elements, pathetic, and passionless!
7/10
An overrated issue
objekt7217 March 2024
Initially, the film attacks the goals of the top of the filmography with the quality of the scenes, the set, the costumes and also working with the atmosphere. The actors are convincing and the environment, even if generated in places, is incorporated so that it is almost imperceptible. However, where the film's problem arises is in the dramaturgy. Working with film time is not goot at all. The movie sequences don't always fit together, and the closer we get to the end, the more problems there are in this area. In some places, the tension is cut off, and then the tension is missing and the logic of the characters' actions begins to hide. The worst thing is exactly the feeling of watching a movie. It's great that the film captures and hits, but it can't sustain interest all the time without problems. Just the fact that the viewer asks what time it is and how long it takes in the cinema, he notices the people around him and has to literally struggle to keep watching. When the real world starts talking to him through the illusion of the screen. That's a failure. As the film moves forward and nears the end, it becomes boring. The dramaturgy and the position of the characters in the story, their value for the story completely collapses towards the end and is saved only by the vision of a possible sequel. Well, it's not exactly a bad movie, but as a whole it lacks a pull at goal.
10/10
Sci-fi masterpiece
masonsaul2 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is intelligent blockbuster filmmaking at its finest. An epic tragedy told on the biggest canvas imaginable with every department operating in unison and at the top of their game. The first Dune may have focused on the set-up but that doesn't mean this one is rushing straight into the action, maintaining that immersive slow burning nature.

Timothée Chalamet got a nice journey in the original, however this one is so much bigger. He plays the internal conflict so well as he tries his best to avoid his destiny and by the end he feels like a different person entirely in a way that doesn't come out of nowhere. In those earlier moments he also displays palpable chemistry with Zendaya as they begin to truly connect.

As well as having that strong chemistry with Chalamet, Zendaya is given so much more to do here (as promised), essentially becoming co-lead. As the film descends further in its climactic moments, she remains the only one who's able to see through the manipulation that's happening with a fair few moments where her looks of frustration say everything.

There are so many huge names in this cast that don't get much in an impactful way. All of them are fully committed to their smaller parts with Austin Butler being a major highlight. The film describes him as psychotic and honestly that's putting it mildly. His deliberate impersonation of the Baron really works to make him even more unsettling.

It's clear from its first major action sequence, bathed in a beautiful orange hue, that director Denis Villeneuve is a master of the craft at this point. Even compared to Part One, the scale of this chapter is immense with returning cinematographer Greig Fraser bringing his specific set of skills to make this an undeniable cinematic event.

Considering how good his previous score was, Hans Zimmer could've easily coasted for this one by just reusing all of those themes but it's obvious that he wouldn't do that because he clearly loves playing in this sandbox. Almost every transcendent piece from last time is still present and there's new ones that are equally memorable.
9/10
With Power and Prophecy Comes Dune Part 2
rohanumpleby-3405723 March 2024
A great film that delves deeper into the characters, and more of a study piece here with our Characters. Who are wonderfully portrayed inside this film, I always new how talented the likes of Timothee S and Zendaya were, who arguably had there best performance here [Timothee Chalamet), although haven't seen Wonka.

The futuristic style of the film is wonderful, so gorgeous and astetically pleasing on the eye. The effects are very good inside this film, and it's used effectively with the long range photographic image. So many wide shots which are tremendous, and as said look wonderful.

And the film delves more into the human body and it makes it more interesting. Certainly the power elements with the 'revenge' plot which is a good way to expand the world and are characters, and makes Dune Part 2 great. There's some political aspects here, but for me it didn't drag the film down.

And the length of Dune 2 is perfect. The pacing of this film is also very good, it never feels like it's dragged out at any point in time, I was always entertained and I think it's a captivating sequal that should not be ignored. It's also a perfect world that projects imagery and some great use of colour and effect. Makes it a great fun film to watch, If you liked the first part, I strongly suggest you watch this one. Because it's even better!

Overall Rating:9/10, Would I recommend this film? Absolutely 100% Enjoyed it very much!
9/10
Dune Part Two is a remarkable addition to the science fiction genre and a must-see epic
kevin_robbins3 March 2024
My wife and I attended a screening of Dune II (2024) last night. The storyline follows Paul as he establishes himself among the Fremen, torn between being seen as a messiah and viewing himself as an ordinary man seeking revenge. His budding relationship with Chani adds complexity, as he grapples with love versus the expectations of becoming a Messiah. Meanwhile, the success in repelling world invaders attracts a formidable opponent poised to stop them and annihilate the Fremen.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve (Blade Runner 2049), the film stars Timothée Chalamet (Wonka), Zendaya (Euphoria), Josh Brolin (No Country for Old Men), Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men), Austin Butler (Elvis), Christopher Walken (Deer Hunter), David Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy), and Florence Pugh (Black Widow).

Dune Part Two is a cinematic masterpiece. The cinematography excels with brilliant use of lighting, attire, camera angles, and settings, crafting an atmospheric and expansive experience. Exceptional makeup and costumes contribute to a mysterious and authentic feel throughout. The characters are unpredictable, exuding grit and determination. The mother's role is outstanding, and the conversations with the sister are mind-blowing. The inclusion of the worms seamlessly fits into the underlying and overarching storyline. The film immerses you in its universe and slowly builds anticipation for the epic battle. The action, when it unfolds, is brutal, intense, and keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. My only critique is that the film could have been better edited for length.

In conclusion, Dune Part Two is a remarkable addition to the science fiction genre and a must-see epic. I would rate it 9/10 and highly recommend.
4/10
Spectacular imagery but......
mechanic-423598 March 2024
This is without doubt an impressive visual spectacle. However the story line is so thin it's almost transparent. Given the two films add up to almost five hours if you have read the books or seen the TV mini series it won't make much sense in the way the story should be told. There is no rational why Spice is so valuable or how the Bene Gesserit are involved in the whole scheme of thIngs and these are two of the three core tenets of the whole saga. This rendition omits any explanation of the Emperor, Spacing Guild or of Paul's sister Alia.

It's sad that the story in these films is so diluted that the spectacles have no attachment.
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9/10
next year's Best Picture winner
nerrdrage11 March 2024
Part 2 eclipses the first movie and builds on it, setting up what will no doubt be an impressive trilogy.

The biggest worry I had about adapting Dune is Paul. Over the course of the story, he changes from a likable kid into something more cosmic and inhuman, and that might be a problem for the audience, since stories usually need a relatable character. Timothée Chalamet manages this transition skillfully and believably but it still leaves the audience without their relatable character.

Villeneuve seems to have hit on an ideal solution: beef up the role of Chani so that she becomes that relatable character. I can already envision her role in the third movie of the trilogy, which no doubt is already being planned given the huge box office success of this movie.

This is a big departure from the books but the third movie is going to have to be more of Villeneuve's invention that the first two were, anyway.
9/10
DUNE 2 is 🔥🔥 Denis Villeneuve did it again. Must Watch !!!
shaikhirshad-4122329 February 2024
Last 20 Mins is just pure goosebumps 🔥🔥 Denis Villeneuve proves that he is a next genius mind director after James Cameron.

Totally speechless no words to say there's a lot of stories going around in the film but the way director has managed the characters and the timings that they are in specially the political situation and then there's the magic realm all at once is not an easy job but Denis Villeneuve has done it and the film is remarkable.

Dune 1 ending has made a lot of suspecious about the half ending of the film specially it was also criticised by the people by not the proper ending but DUNE 2 will make everyone quiet. Because the ending of the film is perfectly well balanced and it's gives a hope of the next and the last one to come.

Story, screenplay, cinematography and other aspects top of the world specially the CGI of Dune franchise is something else to witness that I've never witness before. Totally different from other films.

Costumes & Visual presentation is outstanding no complaints there at all.

Performance are the also one of the big surprise of the film specially TIMOTHEE CHALAMET, ZENDAYA, REBECCA FERGUSON & AUSTIN BUTLER a phenomenal performance by all of them with rest of the cast doesn't disappoint too.

Dune 2 will definitely give an experience that you haven't witness specially in battle scenes the tensions that director build is just brilliant. There should be more battle scenes or those were there in the film weren't as long as the 1st part but still it's justifies the film because the story has so much to tell as you'll easily get invested into that.

Overall A Complete Visual Masterpiece just like the 1st one but with more story perfection and complexities you're gonna witness in this one.

A worth watch and give a IMAX experience because the visuals will just store your interest very well. A Highly Recommended...
6/10
Things actually happen in this one!
Nixon_Carmichael1 March 2024
And we're back! Following the......experiment.....that was 2021's Dune, Denis Villanueve is back with the sequel. Like the first one, this is a perfectly crafted piece of sci fi filmmaking, however UNLIKE the first Dune, Dune 2 is not a total snoozer as things actually happen on screen this time around. The shots, the music, the sound design are all top notch.

I still find myself baffled by these movies. Again, I am the super ultimate target audience for weird sci fi stuff, and I love most of Denis Villanueve's work, even with all of the whiz bang taking place in Dune2, I still found myself yawning at times. I can't keep track of any of the characters names, I have only a basic understanding of who is doing what, I am not mesmerised by Timothee Chalamet nor Zendaya's acting. They both seem kind of wooden to me. Also, by about the 17th or 18th time they push in for a super close up on Zendaya's weird face and linger there for what seemed like hours on end, I began to grow weary.

I don't know, I think I must be the problem. Everyone else in the world seems to love these same movies, so I must be some sort of freak or miscreant.

To me this is an amped up version of the first Dune. More battles and action, more sand, more death, it's just more.
10/10
Real Modern Classic, Thank You Denis.
olcare4 March 2024
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I believe I've witnessed something magnificent, and truly, it shouldn't be watched outside of the IMAX format because regardless of what anyone says, this is a modern classic. I'm writing this review somewhat for myself because years later, when I read it again, I want to see how much I elevated this legend and how it managed to close so many things correctly despite its mini flaws.

For the past two days, the film hasn't left my mind, and the reason I give it a perfect 10 is this. Whenever I talk about the film, I get excited because I've seen a visual masterpiece. It has incredible cinematography, beyond amazing. Watching the Lisan al Gaib scene where the Fremen walk from a bird's eye view, the scene between Paul and Feyd at the end, the scene where the Fremen accept Paul, the Harkonnen attack in the opening sequence, and many others, you feel that there are very few scenes like these. Greig Fraser is a master at this. Besides that, Hans Zimmer's music, which doesn't mean much when listened to alone but reaches a tremendous dimension with the sound mixing, adds a whole new dimension to the film. It's truly wonderfully designed and fitted, Denis, you're amazing.

And the casting is phenomenal. Dave, Timothée, Florence, Zendaya, Rebecca, Javier, Josh, Austin, they're all fantastic. I won't describe each one separately, saying 'this scene was superb,' everyone fits their role so well and performs so excellently that the film becomes a recital; there isn't a single scene with amateurish or shallow acting. Besides acting, something that needs to be mentioned is the stunts. The fight choreography was quite good and clear, especially the scene between Feyd and Paul at the end, where the music stops and we watch pure fighting for a few minutes, it was wonderful.

Besides the cinematography, casting and harmony, the legendary use and synchronization of music, there are two more reasons why this film excels and why I rate it highly. Firstly, the film is superbly adapted, I won't touch upon this further. Secondly, it's a fantastic critique film.

The film critiques every mundane and inherent aspect of human nature. Whether it's the dynastic system, coercion around the secret gene preservation logic, the exploitation of religion, political chaos, inefficient use of resources, and many more points, it hits the bullseye so accurately that it's both overwhelming and not tiring while making you feel it, a tremendous achievement.

Now, onto the contentious topic of staying faithful to the books and the polemic of how similar it was... Despite everything, it's said that both Part 1 and Part 2 were quite faithful to the book, and I believe they were. Some details might have been skipped or not exactly replicated in the second film, but for such a meta and philosophical book series, this is extremely normal; if everything were portrayed exactly, it might have been incomprehensible. I won't comment on the film's dynasty and operation right now because as a sequel, it has to complete the script with good motivation and also convey the characters it portrays well; I'm very happy it achieved this.

The film had a fitting humor, some scenes were mildly funny and unintentionally successful, which was admirable. Also, I think it will sweep the awards at the Oscars next year; it could win for its amazing costumes, production design, adapted screenplay, and maybe even best picture.

It's the peak of cinema that I've ever seen; go to IMAX, you won't regret it. I didn't delve into the details because everyone should watch it for themselves and try to interpret it in their own way; it's that kind of film.

"May thy knife chip & shatter." March 2024.
10/10
I was reminded what movies are
chaychlochay24 March 2024
Movie is dense, alive, intense, the plot feels inevitable but not predictable. I know this sounds like I'm just throwing words out, but this is the kind of movie that makes you really sit and realize the power film as a medium can have.

I remembered the first one enough, but I'm not a Dune superfan or anything. After watching this one though I feel like I should just watch them back to back to really soak it in. The glimpses of the inner politics (and of otherworldly things) is downright fascinating. Battle choreography fantastic, setpieces, fantastic.

The only negatives I can think of is one particularly bad cgi wide shot which stuck out because everything else is immaculate, as well as one line from Chalamet that did not meet the quality of the performance of the veteran actor he said it to. (Maybe he felt he has to act up to him?l Anyways, great stuff, I'll see you all when Part 3 comes out in 2030.
10/10
Use the restroom before, you don't want to miss a moment!
tracybass372 March 2024
I read the first 3 Dune books about 15 years ago, I was a pretty big Dune dork back in the day, but then my interest waned and life got in the way. So I'd say my POV is somewhere between a mega Dune fan, and the general audience who doesn't know anything about the books. Zoom forward to 2021 and though I was excited for Part 1, I wasn't blown away by it (though I must admit I've enjoyed Part 1 more and more each time I've watched it). I went into Part 2 more curious than excited, but my gosh was I surprised by how much I enjoyed it!! I was running a little late to my showtime, and didn't get a chance to use the restroom before. I kept waiting for a "slow" or boring scene to sneak out--and that scene never came. Every moment felt important, and each scene held my attention so completely, that I decided the discomfort of needing to void wasn't worth missing a beat. So I guess it's rather silly to tell you all to use the restroom before, but learn from my mistakes! Dune Part 2 is mesmerizing, beautiful and heartbreaking all at once. It's been a really long time since I've had such a visceral reaction to a movie; I kept thinking to myself, "the movies are back!!" And even though it's long, by the end I was actually sad because I wanted more...although at least I could finally pee! ;)
10/10
The Sands of Dune Would Have Blown Frank Herbert Away
classicalsteve23 March 2024
NOTE: I am more or less combining the two movies in one review since it really is one movie in two installments, similar to the Lord of the Rings movies by Peter Jackson.

The short of it is, these two movies will go down in history as two of the greatest SF/Fantasy movies of all time. These films capture the feel of the novel as not just SF about highly-advanced technology but also about sophisticated societies and mysticism which puts it into the realm of science fantasy as it is sometimes called, similar to "Star Wars". Simultaneously, the movie has a superb balance between awe-inspiring wars and the emotions of the main characters. The best description might be the Foundation series by Isaac Asimov meets Lord of the Rings by Tolkien.

When "Dune" written by Frank Herbert was published in 1965 by Chilton, a publisher mainly of auto repair book manuals no less, nothing like it had ever appeared in SF before. It wasn't only the scope, the action taking place among several politically and culturally sophisticated societies on a planet called Arrakis aka Dune. Some of the novels by Robert Heinlein did have some similar elements. But Herbert brought a new depth which had yet to be explored in SF.

Herbert combined several elements which had rarely (if ever) been assembled in a single SF novel before.

First, a galactic political structure inspired by the Italian city-states of the late Middle Ages and Renaissance. The galaxy is run by an Emperor and twelve noble houses, and the rivalry between the Houses of Atreides and Harkonnen form the core of the events. Paul Atreides, the central character, is the son of Duke Atreides and heir to its rule. Harkonnen is ruled by Baron Harkonnen who gives a new definition to the word "overweight". Harkonnen may have been inspired by the Medicis of Florence, and maybe House Atreides loosely inspired by the House of Mocenigo in Venice. Or he simply made each House their own character. Of course the baddies are House Harkonnen, bald albinos, where there is very little individuality, almost like clones.

Second, a trade commodity with high demand. Indigenous to Arrakis is the spice Melange, which is only found on Arrakis which makes Dune a prize possession in the galaxy. Melange has both healing and even regenerative capabilities as well euphoric effects making it the most highly-sought-after commodity in the Galaxy.

Third, sophisticated societies. On Arrakis there are several cultural societies, some friendly, others more adversarial. There are the Fremen who are native to Dune and divided up into several different groups, one of which believes in the prophecy of a savior while another looks at the world from a more secular view. (Sound familiar?)

There is also the Bene Gesserit, an interplanetary matriarchal society with mystique powers. They have elements of a Roman Catholic Convent with those of the Knights Templar. They are mostly nonviolent but use their mystique powers to wield power over the other Houses. Lady Jessica is a Bene Gesserit and Paul's mother.

And then a random impediment. What makes mining the spice Melange so challenging is that giant sandworms roam all over Dune. They are about as long as a two tower bridge with a height and width of about six trains. They are attracted by static repeating sounds which makes avoiding them very difficult.

All these elements combined into a messianic and militaristic adventure at the highest level. Incredible movie adapted from an incredible book.
10/10
GOD TIER CINEMA!!!!!
jared-2533124 March 2024
This was my most anticipated movie of 2024. I finally watched it in the theater on Tuesday & this was literally everything that I wanted it to be & more. Dune: Part Two is one of the greatest movies that I've ever seen in my life as well as one of the best movie theater experiences of my life.

Everything about the filmmaking in this movie was absolutely perfect. The acting, writing, directing, special effects, cinematography & musical score wre executed to perfection from start to finish. Denis Villeneuve has once again proven why he is one of the best filmmakers in the business today.

Inconclusion, Dune: Part Two is the best movie that I've seen in 2024 so far & I don't see any other movie dethroning it from my #1 spot. GO OUT, WATCH IT & BUY IT!!!!!
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10/10
A Sci-Fi Classic !
WorldMovie992 March 2024
Dune 2 is perfect as the sequel. It is equally engaging, stylish, serene and deliverer of exqusiteness in narratives. A twisting climax and well made plot, perhaps will go for part 3, only will then make sense of the entire story from part 1. Waiting for part 3 which I feel will be optimistic in whole. But don't miss its prequel, it's a recommendation.

The acting is good, with all performers giving their best that creates unique characterization in sci-fi set up. The technicals are top notch, Hans Zimmer especially. His work in sci-fi is unquestionably perfect, just above the world. Dennis Villeneuve too is one of the best upcoming director of Science Fiction genre. His works appeals to what sci-fi really stands for, the narratives and presentations are always appealing. The setup of idea like the liberator from injustices in the exoplanet having sand as the elixir of life mixing with political issues, true love and and the bit- pieces of religious propaganda forms the storyline. The special effects, the CGI, the action scenes are amazing to watch. The introduction of the antagony is good though, a kinda fearsome and truly evil.

Dennis Villeneuve's Dune is a franchise from Sci-fi genre that would rank similar to The Dark knight franchise in action genre and Lord of rings franchise from Fantasy genre. Summing up it's a brilliant film with stunning visuals, good storyline and impressive actions plus narrations. The book lovers must give it a definite watch. A 10/10.
7/10
Good Enough
PennyReviews4 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is the sequel to the sci fi movie Dune by Denis Villeneuve, based on the book of the same title.

As an adaption, the movie does a good job delivering the story. It follows the book closely, though there were some differences that will probably be addressed in the third movie.

The action scenes, moreover, were spot on, with impressive shots. The movie also doesn't overdo it with its fighting scenes, having them evenly spread throughout the movie and just long enough to not tire the viewer, who would have to sit for a nearly three hour long film.

The performances were, in addition, great by everyone in the all start cast.

However, there were some things that were lacking. First of all, the romance wasn't convincing, with an odd pacing, and lack of chemistry between the leads.

Also, there way the unborn sister was presented was tiring after a while.

In addition, the movie seemed to lean more into the cinematography and impressing the audience, then focusing on the storytelling. Hence, for someone who hasn't read the book, the movie will leave them with a lot of plotholes and with one dimentional characters.

So, overall, seven out of ten, because it was visually pleasing, but not mesmerizing.
9/10
This is what cinemas were made for
briancham19945 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is the perfect example of a movie that must be seen in the cinema and not at home. The visual spectacle and design is unparalleled among sci-fi and really feels like a completely fleshed out future world (or worlds), with architecture, props and costumes that look like they were sourced from a museum rather than a Hollywood warehouse. Compared to the first film, the stakes have true gravity and the scope is much wider with far-ranging battles and conspiracies. It's hard to pinpoint any highlight as every scene is iconic, incredibly beautiful to behold and accompanied by expertly rousing music, all underscoring the central feeling of foreboding. Where would I begin? The ceremonies with the Water of Life plunge us into an ancient ritual that almost kills the drinker and reveals deep secrets that the audience only finds out in drips. Paul's terrifying vision of death and destruction (much less cheesy than in the first film) show the inner turmoil he faces as someone who is the fulcrum of the planet's destiny and resents his role but can't escape the fate set in motion by higher powers. The short scenes with the foetus are mysterious and tease at an important role to be played by her future version. Chani's frantic misgivings in the Fremen gatherings impress the deleterious effects the prophecies are having on her people and the unprecedented role of the Bene Gessarit. Princess Irulan's musings in a beautiful garden about the historical developments around her uncover just how deeply all the conspiracies extend. The scenes in the Harkonnen's world are stark and show how brutal and power-hungry they are and how formidable they can be. The actors in these scenes are perfectly cast and all impart a sense of heaviness, as if to stress just how much Spice is tied to the fate of the world, the past and the future all together. All of this combines to form an experience that immerses us in a compelling future conflict, relentlessly ratchets up in tension and constantly giving the sense that there's something even more world-shattering just around the corner.

That said, the film has a few flaws that are noticeable but not substantial enough to dent my rating of 8.5/10 (rounded to 9). Some of the characterisation is caricatured - the Harkonnens are too cartoonishly evil to be believable (how many times do we need to see them murder their own staff?), Stilgar is too fanatical to be believable (how many times do we need to see him exclaim, "the prophet! As written!!"?), the Fremen are too invincible to be believable (did anyone ever doubt how the battles would go?) and the romance between Paul and Chani was forced. The pacing was uneven, as some scenes sped by very quickly (for example, most of the emperor's scenes), and some dragged on for no good reason (most of the times they walk or talk through the desert). Paul would have gone blind by looking directly at a nuclear explosion. The ending felt anticlimactic and was too overt in how it was setting up another sequel. Some parts of the book that are crucial to understanding the planet's history were excised, like the long-term human genetic plan and the ecological plan, which were reduced to one-line mentions. Finally, as a vexillologist, I couldn't help but notice how badly designed the flags were. One of the key principles of good flag design is simplicity, as a simple design can be recognised and remembered at a distance and when waving. Each faction has a central symbol, but their flags drown them out in a mess of visual detail, hamstringing their ability to signal at a distance and establish themselves in the audience's mind. This is a shame, as each faction has such a strong visual identity in their settings and costumes, but their symbols are not given the opportunity to shine and become iconic. Denis, if you are reading this, please hire a vexillologist!
10/10
Sci-Fi Lord of the Rings Equivalent
cchenders401 March 2024
I do not say this lightly: this may be the best movie I have seen in 20 years. This trilogy is shaping up to be the sci-fi equivalent to the Lord of the Ring's trilogy. This movie may have been perfect. Here are the positives.

  • Acting
-Editing
  • Cinematography
  • action
  • special effects
  • the black and white sequence


It was all just so marvelous. It feels like the biggest in scale movie I have ever seen. It is also accurate to tue book. Important parts are near verbatim. Denis makes some changes... that I feel like work for the better! This movie is immense , it is a masterpiece, go see it in IMAX!
7/10
Overrated
dillllinja-831116 March 2024
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I went into this with big hopes, I was waiting for my day off of work to specifically see this at the cinema on IMAX.

Dune 1 (for me) is within the top 4 greatest 'Sci-Fi' movies. I say 'Sci-Fi' because it was futuristic i.e 'with greater technology' which (for me) results in 'Sci-Fi'.

Dune 2 was immense as an IMAX experience (no doubt). The explosions were awesome etc, however, where Dune 2 disappointed me was: (1) the fight scenes (2) the bi-polar characters (specifically Bautista)

(1) the group fight scenes (army battles etc) and what I'll refer to as the 'choreography' was poor, and you could see the actors waiting to be struck and it looked fake and ruined the credibility.

(2) Bautista in Dune 1 was frightening and dark where in Dune 2 he was a blubbering idiot. Also, the role played by Austin was 'okay' but the fact he needed the shield to fight 3 crippled Atreidas was confusing to me cos if Austin's character is such a badass then...?

My understanding of what is a 'Sci-Fi' has been changed, and from now on not only does it need 'technology' but also a 'higher level' of intelligence rather than a marketed/portrayed high level of intelligence.

Also the element of comedy in Dune 2 (which I like but not in 'Sci-Fi's) made it into an 'Action/Adventure' and there were Indiana Jones vibes in part from the 'Yemen' (sorry, the 'Fremen'). Bardem was a few lines away from saying 'Indy'.

In a nutshell Dune 1 was a dark and relatable movie. Spice = Oil etc etc. It was magnificent, and if Dune 1 = Batman Begins then Dune 2 = Batman & Robin.

For me this is overrated. It is good but not very very good.

Zendaya was good.

Chalomet was good.

Bardem was good.

Ferguson was good.

I wanted more and started falling asleep once the fight choreography ruined the credibility of what I expected to be a top top movie.
10/10
Masterpiece
cfballalife26 February 2024
For one of the many book readers, all I have to say is WOW! I've read a lot of books that utterly fail in adapting the book but Denis adapts Dune perfectly. This is a sci-fi epic masterpiece. I know people who have not read the book and they are absolutely in love with Part 2. What makes apart 2 so amazing is how great of a job Denis did with Part 1. The perfect set up movie for the ultimate showdown and the growth of a boy into a man and from a man into a Messiah. Chalamet does a superb job in growing not only as an actor but as man becoming himself and learning the ways of the world. Please go see Part 2 as quickly as possible and in IMAX. This movie deserves to go down as one of, if not the greatest sci-fi movie of all time. IMAX IMAX IMAX.
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5/10
Stylish and loud, but very little substance
med77_993 March 2024
Dune, part two definitely is impressive visually with a great musical score. The sound effects alone are remarkable and very loud specially watching it at Dolby Theatre.

And that's about it, really! The overall plot was lacking big time, without spoiling anything its strongly based on prophecy and leadership, it's very similar to many of the well known historical stories of prophets and their messages, their rise to leadership and power. Unlike history however, the story buildup is weak, the script lacks originality and the whole ( he is the one ! ) scenario have been utilized so many times in films ( for eg, the Matrix ).

There are no high stakes, whether or not the protagonist is the One has no major consequences or at least the script failed to highlight it.

The movie still has some very solid moments, like the introduction of the main villain with the black and white scenes is fantastic. In fact, the scenes with Villains were more amusing than the protagonists.

Acting is decent but nothing spectacular, Zendaya has basically the same angry impression throughout without any clear reason why. She needs to train and work harder on her skills.

Timothee Chalamant, is slightly better, but not very impressive. Dave Bautista is under utilized and both his character and Chalamant's scream too much, it's distracting.

Speaking of loud, there was also plenty of shouting from the villagers ( i think they are called Fremen ), chanting words like Lasan Algaib and Modeb, these two words probably consumed half the script, repeated over and over, it is exhausting.

I know the director wanted to reflect some authenticity with the languages, but the frequent shifting between English and Fremen or whatever its called was another distraction.

Probably the chemistry between Zendaya and Chalamant are the worst I've ever seen, i am not sure if its their acting or the script, but it felt forced and predictable.

As mentioned earlier, musical score and sounds effects are the highlight of the movie, superb and transfers you into the film as if we are in it. Same with the visuals, the color gradient and atmosphere sucks you into the world of Dune, its such an experience! But after a while, one wants a story arc to keep ones interest high, which lacked.

I would probably say the costume design department is the best, definitely impressive style and unique costume designs for almost all characters, could be nominated for best costume design.

Action scenes were loud and impressive but lacked tension because as I mentioned there are no high stakes for our protagonist losing. Not to mention, battle scenes are brief and felt rushed. I was expecting epic battles with strategies and action sequences, something like Star Wars or Lord of the Rings, but there is no emphasis or focus on the battle scenes, specifically the final battle scene.

So yeah, it is ok with some memorable scenes, but left me generally disappointed and I think its over hyped, I do recall liking the first movie more. It could have at least be shorter than 2 hours 45 minutes or some better choreography and tension in battles scenes. A little less emphasis on the prophecy angle.
10/10
Perfect second episode
yanisaouriri24 March 2024
It's truly refreshing to experience a big-budget blockbuster in theaters where the director is given creative freedom without being suffocated by studio interference.

Denis Villeneuve was clearly able to bring his vision to life in this second installment of 'DUNE,' and what a success it is. Similar to the first film, the sound and visuals are stunning, with the colors in many scenes leaving me utterly speechless.

This movie features significantly more action and fighting, which is understandable given that the first film focused on establishing the environment and explaining the world of 'DUNE.'

I particularly appreciated how Paul's visions were integrated into the story, as well as the exploration of the various religious themes without giving away spoilers. Although I haven't read the book, I felt that Villeneuve did an excellent job of translating the complex themes from the source material onto the screen.
4/10
Visually brilliant, overall disappointing
DasGlasperlenspiel29 February 2024
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Yes, the scenes in the desert and the black and white Harkonnen home planet are visually brilliant. You can't criticize the fantastic camera work. And Zendaya also does a very good job.

BUT: The story of the outcast prince, who rises like a phoenix from the ashes and becomes the new ruler in a very short time, could also come from a Stallone film from the 1980s. And I have little sympathy for a main character, who uses, or rather abuses, mythology and religion for his rise.

In contrast, we are presented with the clumsiest villains in film history. Ugly, infinitely evil, sexually perverted. Is that really serious? A good villain should have motivation that is understandable to the viewer.

The score is incredibly intrusive. Sometimes you sense a few seconds earlier that a roaring and pounding noise is about to flood the cinema. This is too much.

The film actually has an excellent cast. However, Christopher Walken seems like a foreign body and doesn't take place even when he fills the entire screen.

This could be so much better.
10/10
LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS
actionhex2 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is a visually stunning and narratively gripping movie that continues Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of the beloved sci-fi series in an impressive manner. The film's phenomenal visuals, score, VFX, and acting make the 166-minute runtime feel too little to enjoy fully. For the best experience, I highly recommend watching it in an IMAX theatre.

Denis Villeneuve has done a fantastic job of taking the story from the book and transforming it into an epic second installment of his series. As someone who loved the first movie, I had high expectations, but Villeneuve managed to surpass them all. This movie proves that he is the sci-fi director of our generation!
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10/10
I have never seen a movie like it.
axelbryngelsson21 March 2024
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Quite literally a one of a kind movie, I came in expecting greatness and it still exceeded any and all of my preconceptions.

How Villeneuve manages to keep story, setting, sound and soul consistent throughout this otherworldly space opera is beyond me and I am simply happy we finally get to share in its greatness. Apart from the fact that towards the ending some of the scenes feelt a bit rushed (death of Rabban, the arrival and defeat of the emperor), there were no cracks in the impenetrable armour of Dune. I could keep going for 10000 words but simply believe me when I tell you you need to see this film.
10/10
Cinematic Masterpiece
aurumthewise26 February 2024
Cinematography is visually stunning and awe inspiring. The sound design is incredible, especially of the weaponry. The rifle shots look and sound futuristic yet realistic. Captures the essence of the book while cutting out superfluous parts of the book and also avoiding some of the controversial stuff like the Harah character. The entire cast nail their performances. I do wish Denis left in the ecology bits but I understand runtime had to be kept to a reasonable length. Ending was changed to be more female empowering than the book I guess. Chani overall was a bit more independent and less "submissive." In the book Chani accepts some "traditional" gender roles while in the movie it clear that Chani is never subservient to Paul. I knew they would "update" the story for today's society so the changes expected.
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10/10
An epic second chapter that delivers a true cinematic experience.
cruise015 March 2024
5 out of 5 stars.

Dune Part 2 is an awesome science fiction epic that delivers the next chapter in the series and it is one exciting cinematic experience. The director does an amazing job planning every sequence and action. Plus the visual effects are astonishing. Director Denis Villeneuve is one of the best as he plans every scene carefully and making each sequence a cinematic epic from fantastic cinematography that does great capturing the visuals and set pieces. The script is also incredible which continues with the story and world building. More new characters are introduced. Characters go through an arc. The pacing is fast. The film also felt like a middle chapter with a cliffhanger ending while tying up loose ends. Definitely excited to see another Dune 3 film by Denis Villenueve.

The cast ensemble did a great job with there performances. The music score by Hans Zimmer was beautiful. The visual effects are amazing with breathtaking set pieces. The sandworms showing up in the climatic battle was epic that needs to be seen on the biggest screen. There is more action than the first. Better pacing. And more of an epic story. This is one of best films of the year. I cant wait for Dune 3.
6/10
Dumbed Down but Stylish
ilikeimdb16 March 2024
This really isn't a Dune-the-book movie but a related tale that takes away all the sci-fi and deep intrigue that makes Dune-the-book such a fascinating tale. Instead what we get is super-stylized black-and-white with the details and the context rendered nearly superfluous in order to propel a simple tale of political ascension. Why is spice so important in use and action? What's the background that has set this whole conflict in motion? What's big deal about the worms? Why is Paul so reliant on the myths spread to "pave the way" versus his own abilities? Is Paul something special or not? Surely you've seen Dune I, now finding its natural continuation in Dune II which furthers the cause of gorgeous special effects, environmentals, sound, etc. But somehow it's all bland and as colorless as much of the landscape despite the spectacular costuming. Without context it's another ho-hum story of moderate manipulation that aims to succeed via Paul's riding the coattails of religious parable and meaningless miracles a la a pushy Gypsy's Rose. P. S. Zendaya is only marginally better in D-II but T. C. has really grown up and greatly compensates for the overall plot dullness.
10/10
Dune: Part Two - A Cinematic Triumph
harishnj2 March 2024
Having just experienced "Dune: Part Two," I'm utterly convinced that it stands among the greatest films ever created. Denis Villeneuve has delivered a follow-up that amplifies every breathtaking aspect of its predecessor.

The sheer scope of this movie is awe-inspiring. The world of Arrakis unfolds with such meticulous detail and grand scale that you feel fully immersed in this alien yet starkly beautiful setting. The visual effects are nothing short of mind-blowing; from the majesty of the colossal sandworms to the intricate spectacle of futuristic battles, each frame is a masterclass in cinematic artistry.

But it's not just a visual feast. The story in "Part Two" takes a bolder, more complex turn. The political intrigue intensifies, the stakes feel impossibly high, and the depths of Paul Atreides' destiny are plumbed in ways that are both thrilling and deeply thought-provoking. While the film is grand and epic, it skillfully balances spectacle with profound character moments and a plot laden with themes of prophecy, power, and the consequences of choice.

If you were a fan of the first "Dune," prepare to be blown away. If you're a lover of cinema itself, this film is an absolute must-see.
10/10
Pure Entertainment and Epic Battles
timeblank3 March 2024
I always anticipated that Dune Part Two would surpass the first, a common trend in movies like Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and Star Wars. Dune, directed by Denis Villeneuve, impressed me with its authenticity, epic storytelling, cinematography, atmosphere, and overall execution. While not flawless, the performances of the actors and actresses make any mishaps negligible. This rendition stands on its own, and I haven't felt the need to watch the 1984 version.

The characters were very interesting. We see the religion, how Paul becomes the next leader, Bardem, I love his character, he speaks with such authenticity and he makes it enjoyable. The duel between Paul vs Feyd in a silent moment with no music was insane. Those were some great moments in the film.
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10/10
Most Immersive Cinematic experience in IMAX
vishwatej2862 March 2024
Another exemplary work of art by Denis Villeneuve. Dune Part 2 is absolutely an Epic Cinema just like Dune Part 1.

This one only should be experienced in a mammoth IMAX 70 MM Screen with Largest and loudest format.

Flawless Visual effects, Such Glorious Cinematography by Greig Fraser, Beautiful production design, The Heart Thumping Astounding Musical score and Sonically Sound design by Hans Zimmer. The background score will stay with you for Days.

The 3 Pillars of these two parts Epic Adventure Films are 'Direction', 'Visuals' and 'Background Score'.

Story, screenplay, Action sequence are excellent.

Denis Villeneuve, Greg Fraser and Hans Zimmer have such mastery towards their work, Direction, Cinematography and Music. What a great Collaboration.

Brilliant performance by every actor. Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler, Stella Skarsgard, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista and last but not the least Christopher Walken were Fantastic.

Dune Part 1 and Part 2 will be remembered as most Spectacular Sci-Fi Action, Adventure, War, Drama Films in the history.

Waiting for next one from the Novel Dune: Messiah!!!!

This movie Deserves 10/10 in all aspects.
4/10
Not for me
jtindahouse5 March 2024
Whenever I hear the term 'Must be seen in theatres' I know it is a bad sign for how I'm going to enjoy that film. It implies to me that the film has prioritised visuals. That it is style over substance. And it almost always turns out to be the case. 'Dune: Part 2' was no exception. If people want to sit there, under the influence of whatever they may choose, and just enjoy a visually spectacular film, good for them. Not me though. I like a film that is willing to go to some unexpected places. That is going to leave you thinking long after you leave the theatre. This film was neither of those things.

There's an incredible cast assembled for this movie, however none of them really stand out above the rest. For an almost three hour long movie it feels like most of them get a surprisingly small amount of screen time. Austin Butler was probably the pick of the bunch with a menacing villain performance. On the other hand I really struggle to buy Timothée Chalamet as a bad-ass hero. And could we get subtitles for Javier Bardem? I don't think I understood a single word he said in the film.

I will say this one is probably better than 'Dune' (2021) for the simple reason that there actually a couple of decent sequences in the movie here and there. Throughout the 170 minute run time there were a couple of 10 minute sequences where I wasn't completely bored out of my mind. Otherwise though, this was a long and arduous journey to sit through. I must've checked my watch 30 times. A generous 4/10.
10/10
A profound experience
NateWatchesCoolMovies2 April 2024
Dune Part 2 has arrived and my good God what an astounding spectacle it is. Denis Villeneuve warmed up the tracks with his superb but exposition heavy first part, but with this second instalment he and that magnificent Hans Zimmer pull the collective ripcord on stunning large scale set pieces, devastating emotional beats, detailed visual world building and jaw dropping cinematic undertakings. Timothee Chalamet *finally* gains a much needed edge to his acting vernacular, his Paul Atreides metamorphosing from timid, sheltered introvert prince into fearless and often frightening messiah in the making is a staggering turn. Stellan Skarsgard continues his masterclass in obese understated villainy as evil Baron Harkonnen, Javier Bardem takes up comic relief duty in the film's very welcome and most surprisingly playful performance, Austin Butler is pure unbridled feral fury, Josh Brolin gritty and graceful as ever, Florence Pugh stately and pragmatic, Rebecca Ferguson turns up the intensity to unbearable levels as her character's arc takes a menacing turn while Christopher Walken, a fascinating, bold yet strangely appropriate choice for the emperor of the entire universe, downplays his unmistakable energy to fit the space opera atmosphere. The film's best performance goes to Zendaya though, her desert warrior princess Chani is a captivating character respite with rough resilience, tender resolve and bruised vulnerability when certain heartbreaking plot revelations unfold, she's perfect. Everything that was just beginning to fire up in the first film is roaring on full blast here; the battles are sensational, tactile ballets of machinery in motion, explosive projectiles obliterating spice harvesters, lithely ruthless hand to hand combat, invigorating rides atop the immense sand worms complete with immersive POV shots and enough super sonic sound design to make you actually *believe* you are there. The emotional resonance is present too amidst all the beautiful chaos of battle, a hero's journey that could easily spill into intergalactic horror if wrong choices are made, and ill favoured destinies are followed. This is what movies were made to be, a colossally huge epic that doesn't forget to be smart, detailed, meticulously written and teeming with creativity. Great film.
9/10
Wow, just wow
evelynmessner26 February 2024
This movie was phenomenal! The cinematography was beautifully, the cgi was incredibly impressive, and the acting was amazing! It directly follows up the first movie and keeps the same pacing, while also adding more elements of action, comedy, and heart. My only complaint is that some of the transitions felt a bit abrupt but besides that it was the perfect movie! This is a must see in IMAX, it just completed the whole experience for me. Hollywood knows what they are doing with this franchise, I can only hope they get their act together and start to make more movies of this same quality. Absolutely loved it!
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10/10
I had the honor of seeing this film early!
TheGreatGreenBadger27 February 2024
A perfect movie got a perfect sequel, Dune 2 compliments how good the first movie was, and it really is what makes the moviegoing experience incredible. I really loved the character dynamics, the camera work, the suspense, and the creativity of the movie. It definitely had me on the edge of my seat, and definitely one of my best movie theater experiences to date. Everything about this movie was beautiful, and it defines the next generation of sci-fi movies. The movie was such a beautiful work of art, and I'm definitely seeing it again on the big screen again. In the best way, which is IMAX of course.
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6/10
Another entry that doesn't entirely stand on its own
FeastMode26 February 2024
Dune: Part Two is on par with the first in nearly every aspect. However you felt about the first one is likely how you will feel about this sequel. It's a visual and auditory explosion of beauty and the technical aspects are all pristine. Directing, cinematography and music are elite. And they continue to build the cast with great new additions.

But just like with Part One, the lack of story progression is noticeable. We don't get the ups and downs of a three-act structure. It feels like one act stretched out to 165 minutes. Again we don't seem to really have a climax. I didn't feel the emotional resonance or investment in the story and characters. And I didn't entirely grasp character motivations, like why a character does something or why another is upset about it.

With Part One, I was a lot more forgiving of it not being able to completely stand on its own. But now it's getting a little frustrating. Also, the PG-13 limitations are glaring.

(1 viewing, early fan screening IMAX 2/25/2024)
10/10
One of the best produced films ever! Phenomenal cinematography, cast, direction, sets and special effects
rannynm29 February 2024
Dune: Part Two is one of the best produced films I have ever seen. The cinematography, casting, direction and special effects are all phenomenal. The filmmakers have paid intricate attention to detail and it shows throughout the movie.

The film follows two strong-willed lovers who are among the many fighters on the planet Arrakis. Paul wants to destroy the people who killed his family, but foresees a dangerous future. That same force is messing with his mind and may ruin his plan to save their people.

Some of your favorite actors are in Dune: Part Two! The main characters are Paul or Uzul (Timothée Chalamet), Chani (Zendaya), Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), Stilgar (Javier Bardem), Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler), Beast Rabban (Dave Bautista) and Emperor (Christopher Walken). The casting is fantastic; each actor compliments their characters beautifully and believably. I felt many emotions while watching it because of the great acting. When Chani is hurt by Uzul's sudden change of mind, the air feels tense and her anger is shown. Also, Uzul's mom, Jessica, is mysterious and changes her personality when she drinks the poison. This film is so well-produced. I am beyond amazed by the quality of the production. The camerawork captures the scenes so well, especially when they are in the desert. The special effects are mind-blowing, like when Uzul and Chani blow up multiple helicopters. The machine they are running from looks incredibly realistic and threatening. When Uzul has visions, the special effects are well-displayed. We learn that, by consuming Spice, the people on Arrakis can see the future. You know when they are seeing the future because their eyes turn blue. This film exceeds all my expectations and explores science fiction beautifully. The pacing is perhaps a bit off, but you might expect some slow parts since it is nearly three hours long! A lot of hard work went into creating this film. I highly recommend watching Dune: Part One to understand the concepts, the characters and their backstories. Dune: Part 2 picks up right where Dune: Part One left off. These two films really bring the Dune books to life. I applaud the director, Denis Villeneuve, for creating such admirable work. My favorite part of the film is when Paul (or Uzul) learns to ride a huge sandworm. The special effects are remarkable because you feel as if you are on the sandworm with him - the wind rushes, the sand flies everywhere, and the motion of the sandworm is smooth. It looks incredibly realistic and it shows how far CGI has come.

The film's message is to have hope and to always believe it can happen. Paul's hope carries him throughout his fights and he constantly encourages the others to believe that they can do it. He also tells his mother to not give them false hope over a prophecy. Be aware that this film has mature concepts, a lot of violence, profanity, and bloody scenes.

I give Dune: Part Two 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. Dune: Part Two releases in theaters March 1, 2024. By Sydney S., KIDS FIRST!
10/10
A cinematic masterpiece..
marwinsingh-300633 March 2024
I can't believe my eyes what just I experienced in theatre, this movie is one of the best cinematic experience I've ever had.. From opening scene to end credit every second is worth it.. Epic score by Hans Zimmer elevates the experience, filled with beautiful shots and cinematography to a great scrrenplay and some top notch acting by every cast member Dune 2 will be remembered as one of the best films of this generation even after 50 years later that's my guarantee.. Denis Villeneuve is one of the best director of this generation who gave us masterpiece like Blade Runner 2049 and currently working on 3rd part of this trilogy which I can't wait to see.. Action scenes were great featuring big ships, blasters laser guns and every other kind of weapons, sound effects were amazing but most importantly screenplay was well paced and story featuring blend of sci fi and fantasy elements is absolute best of the best even though it is an adaptation of 1965 novel of same name it is one of the best adaptations ever.. I loved both movies and can't wait to see what happens in future because I enjoy films about The Chosen One Prophecy like Star Wars, The Matrix and now this.. I won't give any spoiler here and will not talk about anything shown in the movie since you need to see this movie for yourself to feel the magic.. Don't miss it at any cost.. Watch it on the biggest screen possible especially IMAX to enjoy epic sound effects and see the larger than life picture you'll love it..
7/10
Excellent movie - with reservations
Jamboree_66611 March 2024
A brilliant cinema experience, every bit as good as Dune Part 1. Incredible visuals and outstanding sound design create an immersive and frighteningly real world. Sci-fi has rarely looked or sounded better.

However, in terms of story the movie somehow felt long yet condensed/rushed at the same time. Scenes seemed to move from one to the next because the story needed to move on, not being driven by character or emotion. Some relationships felt underdeveloped, and the story progression at times felt incohesive (like someone accidentally pressed the "skip to next chapter" button and you feel like you've missed something).

A very good movie - visually and acoustically perfect - but with some story and pacing issues that had it fall short of total perfection, for me.
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10/10
PROBABLY going to be in my top 5 films now.
Nikkiangel0022 March 2024
No spoilers.

But let me be clear my husband is the huge fan of dune, and the series of books. I've seen the Lynches OG. And I like Lynch but it didn't match up to the remake imo.

So now I'll admit I'm not a fan of this genre, and while I did like the first, my husband loved it so I pre booked tickets to this one for a first viewing. I wasn't anywhere near as excited as him.

But my god! I didn't want to look away, it's long at just under 3 hours but it didn't feel it. Not a single scene was needless or "filler". The sound was unbelievable the room shook as did the screen visibly at points! Brilliant. Loved every minute.
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9/10
A damn good movie
eoinageary1 March 2024
A very very good movie.

The story picks up basically right after the first movie, as the plot gets deeper and deeper throughout the movie I will give a general gist.

Paul is battling the fact he is the prophecy while his mother goes above and beyond to prove it. Chani and Paul grow closer over his time becoming a Fremen as she vows to stick with him as he remains who he is.

Beast is struggling with the Fremen attacks to stop the spice harvesting, his brother Feyd is brought in as he is a psychopath and they need someone crazy to eliminate the threat.

The whole movie is a religious and power struggle battle. The north, and south in contrast while they all seek a leader, it's a very strong movie in that sense.

The acting is top notch from EVERYONE!!! Timothee really has his movie, the second half he SHOWS his chops and wow, one of his strongest performances in my opinion.

It's hard to pick out others as they are ALL so strong, his mother plays a vicious role superbly, Austin Butler is great as a crazed killer power hungry lunatic, all great.

The score and visuals go without saying, Cinema experience needed for this one.

I gave the first a lower score it wasn't for me, but this was great, 9/10.
9/10
The sort of movie that makes you believe in the blockbuster again.
ryanpersaud-594154 March 2024
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2023 was widely seen as the year the blockbuster died (I think that's hyperbolic, but let's go with it). A year with more flops than successes, a lot of audiences seemed to finally reject the endless stream of sequels, requels, and adaptations we'd gotten so accustomed to. And then, you have Dune Part II.

If anything, this movie proves that it's not "adaptation" that's the problem. It's having a purpose to doing it. I can't think of a more relevant property (and one that deserves proper cinematic treatment) than Dune. To be clear, I haven't even read the books, only gleaming what I know about them from pop culture, but like all great adaptations, now I want to read the series.

Where do I even start with Dune Part II? It's a gorgeous spectacle with richly layered characters and amazing performances; chock full of thought provoking ideas. This is a movie that reminds you why film - I'm just calling it here - is the best medium for storytelling. It combines every other aspect of art into a singular product. Visually and sonically, Dune Part II is on another level. I was lucky enough to see this thing in IMAX and it was truly worth it. Some frames look like paintings and there are gorgeous images that I'm still ruminating on a day after. The entire sequence of Geidi Prime, with the monochrome lighting, was such a perfect examples of how you can use the genre of science fiction to do something truly astounding visually. Having also recently seen Madame Web, this movie really made me appreciate great sound design and engineering.

Another thing I have to highlight is the film's amazing editing. There's a lot of moving parts in this movie and a lot that apparently had to be cut. While it's not entirely perfect and some things are gleamed over (more on that later), I have to applaud the editors for making this unwieldy, massive story so digestible.

But, the thing that really sets Dune Part II apart (even from its predecessors) are the characters, themes, and performances. Every character here - for the most part - is better than in the original, the mark of a great sequel. If you felt the original film felt "cold" and lacking in humanity, this movie is the exact opposite (not to mention the seemingly thousands of extras - although I'm sure they're mostly CG at this point). There's so much humanity here; so many relationships and ideas about people explored and enriched.

Timothee Chalemet may have delivered his defining performance in this movie. His Paul Atreides perfectly conveys the complex and nuanced character he's supposed to be; a boy turned man who is torn between his sense of justice and kindess, and the reality of power. He really delivers a powerhouse of a performance here.

Zendaya is also absolutely awesome in this movie. I loved the ideas and perspectives her character represented and she's entirely believable, as is her relationship with Paul. She's the best example of a female action hero; tough and competent, but not devoid of emotion or longing. Javier Bardem's Stilgar was one character who also really surprised me; he represents the Fremen who genuinely and passionately believe in Paul, yet he's never presented a "stupid" person or naïve. He and Zendaya's characters are thankfully, super important to the narrative.

Then there's Austin Butler as Feyd Rautha. This is a performance akin to that of Colin Farrell as the Penguin; Butler completely disappears into the role and as murderous as he is, I wanted to see more of him. (Kudos to Villeneuve for having a character like this in a PG-13 film) I was also really impressed by Rebecca Ferguson as Paul's mother, Lady Jessica. Her character conflict in the first didn't really jive well with me, and I'm happy to say she's so much better in this one as a more sinister figure. Really, her decision to tie her political ambitions with her personal wishes reminded me of a less obviously evil Cersei Lannister. And, while his role isn't as big in this one, I can't get enough as Stellan Skarsgard as Vladimir Harkonnen. He's amazing and has so much screen presence.

Fundamentally, Dune Part II tackles difficult questions and provides nuanced answers. It's about power and the way it manifests, and to all those who say it's essentially a repackaged "white saviour" trope, I feel need to improve their media literacy. Did you watch the movie? I can't think of a film that interrogates and deconstructs this idea more than this one.

The movie isn't entirely perfect. I feel that especially towards the end, a lot of things were rushed through, but I understand that heading towards the end of a nearly 3 hour movie, it's hard to justify MORE content. Overall though, believe the hype. Everything about this movie is tip top: the visuals, the costumes (my God, the costumes), the editing, the sound, the acting, the writing, the choreography (I didn't even mention the myriad of amazing set pieces)...yeah, this is blockbuster filmmaking at its finest. Denis Villeneuve is the real Lisan-al Ghaib at this point.
10/10
The very definition of must-see cinema
eddie_baggins3 March 2024
In so many ways, Dune: Part 2 is all you could ever ask for from a big screen spectacle with an added bonus that this visual feast and sensory shattering blockbuster has the heart and soul to match, making director Denis Villeneuve's and his casts return to the sand clad world of Arrakis one that will not soon be forgotten in the history of the cinematic medium.

A victim of last years Hollywood strikes, which saw Villeneuve's much anticipated follow-up to his beloved first entry from 2021 get moved from a late 2023 roll-out to its end of Feb release this year, Part 2 is well and truly worth the extra wait eager cinemagoers have had to endure with this eye-popping epic as good of a reason as there has ever been to get off your couch and give your home cinema a well-deserved break to get out and see what Villeneuve has in store for you, with what can only be described as the quintessential example of what can be delivered on the big screen format.

From the haunting beauty of the unforgiving plains of Arrakis (aka Abu Dhabi) where Paul and his new Fremen friends wander, the almost rollercoaster like experience of sandworm riding, the black and white majesty and horror of our first trip to the Harkonnen owned planet of Giedi Prime, the stunningly staged battles both externally and internally through to the unforgettable world building of Hans Zimmer's instantly iconic score, Part 2 is an all-round success that builds on what was special about Part 1 and enhances it at all times.

Throughout this technical marvel we are also treated to the official arrival of the next stage of the already memorable career of lead Timothée Chalamet, who here brings Paul Atreides's journey from meek boy to what many see as a life-changing messiah sent to save them from the oppressiveness they have felt for ages gone by in a fashion that is awards worthy.

It's a career-defining performance from Chalamet, it's been sometime since I can recall seeing such growth and screen presence come to life before our eyes but its more and more evident in Part 2 as the films never dull close to three hour runtime moves forward with Villeneuve and his cast never wasting a single second of screentime on anything that feels like excess baggage or unwarranted diversions, this is a film with a singular vision that never panders down to its audience and treats its material with a respect and reverence that can proudly sit alongside the likes of The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and the original Star Wars trilogy for world building, creation and characters being sprung to life.

Arriving at a time in the history of cinema where debates are raging about the future viability and even keenness from audiences to support the world of move-making on a grand-scale, Part 2 can be looked at much like Paul Atreides is seen by the blue-eyed faithful that watch his every move, a messiah of sorts coming along to remind us all of what the possibilities are, all delivered by the grand puppet master that is Denis Villeneuve who has here, without question or debate, marked himself down as one of the all-time great filmmakers.

Across the span of just over a decade, the French Canadian mastermind has managed a set of films that are up there with as good of a run as we've ever seen with 2010's Incendies starting a run of Prisoners, Enemy, Sicario, Arrival, Blade Runner 2049, Dune: Part 1 and now Dune: Part 2. 8 incredible films that show no signs of slowing down anytime soon and we as audience members should be happy to be witnesses and partakers in such a career that could be this generations defining one alongside Christopher Nolan.

With everyone and everything at the top of their game, from Rebecca Ferguson's noteworthy turn as Lady Jessica, Austin Butler's scene-stealing villain Feyd-Rautha, cinematographer Greig Fraser's masterful camerawork, Jacqueline West's costume design and art direction and set decoration that puts most Hollywood productions to shame, Part 2 is as alive as a film could be, a Sci-Fi masterpiece that in turn bares witness to blockbuster entertainment can and should be, making Part 2 the very definition of a must-see cinema spectacle.

Final Say -

Upping the game in every facet, Dune: Part 2 is the perfect progression of the already great Part 1, gifting us a chance to enjoy a feast for the senses like very few films have provided us over the course of cinema history. Filled with memorable set pieces, noteworthy performances and much to ponder, Dune: Part 2 is an all-round success story that deserves all the praise that is being heaped upon it.

5 blue drinks out of 5.

Jordan and Eddie (The Movie Guys)
6/10
What happened? Loved the first, ehhh on the second
hhsdc342 March 2024
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I loved the first movie. What happened with the second? For those who read the books.

First, what happened to the Space Guild Navigators? One of the main plots is that the Space Guild Navigators need spice to fold space and allow travel between the systems. No where to be found in this movie. So, for those who didn't read the books. Spice comes across as a drug used like cocaine in the movie. You have no sense of urgency because if the "Spice must flow" is stopped. It's the end of the empire.

Second, what a waste of of Christopher Walken. He comes across as the enfeebled emperor of the houses. The urgency for the emperor going to Dune is because he doesn't want Paul to tell the other houses about his betrayal? WHAT? I guess since you didn't bring in the Space Guild Navigators you had to invent another reason? Did Christopher's contract stipulate that he only wears robes or did they run out of money for his costumes? At the end of movie he looks like a homeless person walked on set. What was also missing was the pressure by the Witches and the Space Guild on the emperor to continue with spice production. Christopher was less menacing and more like 'Grandpa' needs to go to the memory care facility.

Third, I knew the movie was in trouble when I looked at my watch and realized "There's only nine minutes left in this move, how are they going to end it?". I felt the movie was rushed to reach a conclusion and the ending battle was chaotic and short. Chaotic in not a good way. There is a whole scene about 'the atomics' that made me question on why is it in the movie? We are told about the 'atomics', but there is no follow-up to the ending battle. The fierce emperor warriors come across as incompetent wimps. The ending seemed way to rushed. It's less about a powerful emperor and more like 'how did none of the other houses not take him out?'.

There are other problems that are pretty minor, like nothing is mentioned at all about the other systems. Like the Mentat's or the planet of machines. Too much time spent on 'Fade' killing people in an Arena, but failing to mention who these characters are. If you hadn't seen the first film, there deaths make no sense. Robands death seemed like an after thought. Like we need to get rid of this character, but the movie is going on too long. But, my primary complaint is the lack of 'Space Guild Navigators" and why Spice is so important to these people. There seems to be no urgency by any of the characters to make sure "The Spice Must Flow". Disappointed.
10/10
If you only seen the first part, then you only seen half the story.
DarkVulcan292 March 2024
Feels like this was filmed back to back with the first Dune, cause it looks like the actors never really left there roles, all get back into it quite easily.

Timothee Chalamet really more depth to Paul Atreides in the second film, exploring his doubts and his sense of commitment to those who believe in him. But I also liked Austin Butler has Feyd, he really brings the insanity of the character to life, such a scene stealer every time he's on camera. But Zendaya is also great has Chani, expolring more into her character then ever. Action scenes are good when they happen, and effects are great even when it comes to the sand worm.
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5/10
In my opinion
schles-16 March 2024
How to account for the differences between Part 1 and Part 2 (in my opinion): the screenplay. Instead of Eric Roth some other guys were brought in and failed to deliver a coherent story or memorable characters.

Along with that some of the acting was not more than adequate. Christopher W. And Timothee C. Were basically okay on close-ups of their faces. Neither was believable once they opened their respective mouths to deliver a line or two. The rest of the actors were good or a bit better.

The film overall was memorable only as a visual spectacle (or even as a visual spectacular). Upon leaving the theater my only real sense of what I had just seen was the amazing effects and scenery. Not story, characters or anything thought provoking. And now, the next day, nothing other than what I saw on the screen remains. I appreciate films that are memorable for much more than special effects.

If only pictures, however beautiful, make up a film, it is, for me, not really enough to qualify as a good film. Instead, it was a movie of only entertainment value rather than something deeper.
10/10
Rarely to I give a 10
jlarmstr-425-1732014 March 2024
Awarding 10/10s, for me, are given only to the likes of Empire Strikes Back, Return of the King, or Raiders of the Lost Ark .... it truly must be great. So to get to the 10 plateau in my critiques reflects a certain quality and value within my little bubble of love for movies. The recent (say last 7 or 8 years) output from the industry has been worse (much worse) than lack-luster, most of the the "tent pole block busters" have been cinematic garbage (see for example, The Marvels and as far back as The Last Jedi, basically most anything from Disney but certainly not exclusive to Disney) .

Here we have a movie created by a team free of the DEI quotas and agenda driven malarkey and they have produced nothing short of a cinematic masterpiece!!! Probably the best science fiction movie of the decade, ranking it up there with one of the best sequels ever constructed (if you can call it that ... it feels more like the second half of a very long movie). Every aspect of this movie, from the cinematography, to the directing, writing, acting, CGI, sound, score... it is spot on perfect. The amount of talent that went into this movie shows and the end product is a breath of fresh air in an otherwise decaying industry poisoned by toxic one-sided politics, nearly dead and left to rot. I was truly emotional at the end, tears running down my face, not so much moved by the story (which was excellent) but having finally witnessed a truly great movie after years of absolute garbage, the emotion stirred in me was one of relief, a calming repose that great movie making has not been completely killed off and that it is still possible to make a movie that is not promoting "the message" or clubbing me over the head with a bunch of nonsense.
10/10
"Dune" to the wire!
Keyan-the-Eagle1448 March 2024
As a fan of the original books and having enjoyed the first part of the new Dune, this was the true followup. Forget The Empire Strikes Back, sci-fi, we have a new champion! It was a little slow at the beginning but then the action picked up and I was almost instantly captivated. More action much like the RTS games from the now-gone Westwood Studios and the Fremen are back. I can hardly wait to see what's in store for the further Dune adventures. I think this is the start of a beautiful franchise. Who knows, maybe we'll get all of the Dune Chronicles as films someday. All of the actors did their jobs really well and the props and scenery were fantastic. I'd say this really rekindled my relationship with the Dune franchise. This and the first part. Thank you, everyone.

As the Fremen would shout, "Long live the fighters!"
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10/10
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imizrahi200229 February 2024
Have ridden Shai Hulud... i live in the netherlands...and there is a tech some movie theaters have called 4DX...it's a 'sensory enhancement' experience...wind...'rain'...lightning(strobes)...smoke...snow/ashes... and...the chairs move like a bucking bronco...all, of course, synced to the action on the screen... so when the fremen were riding the worms...so was i...it was QUITE the experience...i highly recommend it if there's a similar tech in a theater near you.

Aside from that...the movie was QUITE enjoyable...as faithful to the book as i could ever hope for...very much including how i envisioned some parts of the book...like the thopters. Or Shai Hulud...elements, that weren't explored as much as i would've liked in previous incarnations of these books are gone into more deeply. Like the religion of the southern fremen. Or the bene gesserit... some people have compared the movies to the LOTR...and i agree... Peter Jackson gave the world a gift by bringing those books to life... i feel Villeneuve is doing the same...
10/10
YES, IT REALLY IS THAT GOOD. I LOVE IT.
jcooloti7 March 2024
Everything about this movie is so good that it practically made me numb. I still can't even process it. I'm a huge fan of the novels, and in a few ways this movie manages to improve on the source material by giving us a very intimate rendition of this awesome story.

It totally kicks ass on all fronts. Writing, visuals, sound design/music, and acting at its absolute highest levels on the grandest scale. Truly epic. One of the best adaptations from novel to screen ever made. No easy task either given the film's source material, but executed tastefully and dare I say, flawlessly utilizing minor alterations to create the best film it can be. Believe the hype. If you don't like this movie, then well, I guess epic sci-fi stories and deserts simply aren't your thing. Fair enough, but for most of us, it really doesn't get any better than this.

The script is excellent. This was a very hard novel to adapt, and the writers have truly done a fantastic job with it. Changes have been made from the source material, details added, but essentially it captures the best themes of the book. Overall, each change, cut, or addition makes for a better movie, still remaining faithful to the films source material. I will admit however, that the Dune nerd in me would have liked to see that talking baby... but the way they did it was effective and probably better for the silver screen. Frank Herbert purist might get pretty bummed over this, but not I. The change works well, and I trust Denis Villeneuve with what he wanted to do in his telling.

I want to point out that I was kind of surprised how terrific the acting in this film was considering the amount of vanity and celebrity the cast seems to bask in. This isn't just a cast of what Marilyn Manson would call "the beautiful people" but actually a talented one. Timothy Chalamet really brings it in the films second half. He was born to play Paul Atreides, and I would have never of known he was capable of pulling it off so well with what I have previously seen him in. I loved Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha, but it was actually Javier Bardem as Stilgar that I enjoyed the most. His character is beautifully written in this screenplay, providing smart laugh out loud comic relief but also delivering serious dramatic scenes with awesome dialogue. His delivery of "I don't care if you do not believe, I believe..." which was perfectly placed in the trailer is even better in the film. The man is a very good actor, obviously given his track record, and it was simply awesome seeing him deliver such well written dialogue.

The visual fx... I don't even know how to convey how great they look. They, simply put, are stunning. What a treat to see it in IMAX. This movie truly was made for IMAX. It looks incredible.

Which brings me to cinematography. Also stunning. Absolute perfection. The lighting and color pallets... my God, it's just stunning.

Sound design and score are every bit as awesome as they were in the first film. Perfection. Hans Zimmer is really in the prime of his career, giving us stunningly original and memorable works of music.

As far as memorable scenes and sequences go, every single one hits pretty hard and is expertly crafted. The climatic final knife fight was the best I had scene since the climatic sword fight in Rob Roy. But I can't write this gushing review without mentioning the sand-worm riding scene where Paul first mounts one of these iconic beast. WOW. This goes down as one of my favorite scenes ever in a film. I practically edged myself off my seat, even knowing what the outcome would be having read the book. It was just... wow, so cool.

Upon the movie ending, my wife and I just wanted to stay in the theater and watch it over again. I can't wait to see this film again, and again, and again. I really think it is a modern classic. This isn't something I say lightly. The hype was real for me. I hope you all feel the same as I did, because both Dune and Dune: Part 2 are some of the greatest times I've had at the movies in the past twenty years. This is what large budget major studio films should be. This is art on its grandest scale, not just a cheap attempt to cash in on a beloved franchise. It's so refreshing and nice to see that Hollywood still has a few quality films to make. In my personal opinion, Timothy Chalamet and Zendaya earned every right to wear those ludicrous outfits on the red carpet. They could have worn hot dog suits for all I care, because not only did they do a fantastic job, but the entire cast and crew. This film helped create something people such as myself will be enjoying for a very, very long time.
10/10
Everything You Wanted from Dune: Part Two
isaacsundaralingam28 February 2024
As someone who typically dislikes fantasy and sci-fi, I surprisingly found myself thoroughly enjoying the first Dune movie. The sheer scale of the film, its world-building, mythology, geo-political intricacies, and overall meticulous approach left a lasting impression on me. Naturally, my anticipation for "Dune: Part Two" was high, and now that it's here, the question looms: "Does it hold up well against the first?"

Well, as you might have guessed from my title, my answer is a resounding 'yes'. It delivers everything one could have hoped for from a Dune sequel, leaving no room for disappointment. The elements that made the first movie so special are present here in just the right amounts-never overdone nor toned down. With visually spectacular scenes, amazing cinematography, elaborately majestic set pieces, intricate costume designs, an epic soundtrack, and captivating action choreography, the film is a must-watch in cinemas.

It's one of those rare movies that truly justifies a trip to the cinemas, and as far as Dune is concerned, it may be the last installment for a while, given that Part 3 is not expected anytime soon. If you've seen the first part, make sure not to miss the second in theaters. And if you haven't seen the first part yet, watch it now and ensure you catch the second installment in theaters.
10/10
Absolutely outstanding!
04GreatFlick27 February 2024
I'd suggest revisiting the first movie because this sequel picks up right where we left off in the Dune universe. From the beginning, you're thrust back into the chaotic, unpredictable, and perilous world of Arrakis. The action is swift and meticulously planned, keeping you engaged from start to finish. What I appreciated about the first film carries over seamlessly into the sequel. Despite being a sci-fi movie, it doesn't feel like one; even without the sci-fi action and special effects, it remains a compelling, immersive, and grounded storytelling experience. Clocking in at 2 hours and 40 odd minutes, the movie flies by, with not a single wasted moment. The narrative flows effortlessly, maintaining organized chaos and hitting all the necessary beats along the way. Given that it's a sequel, you might expect a drop-off, but that's simply not the case. Every actor on screen, from Timothy and Zendaya to Josh Brolin and Austin Butler, along with the other talented individuals, delivered exceptional performances. Each of them was on point and effectively brought the story to life. Another standout aspect is Hans Zimmer's score. Each note propels the narrative with intent, effectively enhancing the atmosphere of every scene. Zimmer's mastery is evident in his ability to employ the same theme across various emotional contexts. While we've heard the theme repeatedly, this film allows us to experience it in different emotional nuances, depending on the on-screen events. While it's still early in 2024, this film should definitely be considered an Oscar contender next year. Dune part 2 effectively concludes the first of six books in the expansive Dune saga. Part of me is eager to see the next installment on screen, but if this marks the end, I'm good with that too, considering the saga gets a little weird from here. A big thank you to AMC Theatres and WB for the opportunity to experience this in IMAX tonight. I highly recommend a premium format because the immersive sound truly enhances the viewing experience. I'm already looking forward to watching this again. Great flick!
10/10
Dune: THIS is how you do it, Hollywood!
optimus_spbla4 March 2024
I thought Dune: Part 1 was amazing, but Denis Villeneuve cranked out a masterpiece with Part 2! Every moment was spellbinding, the cinematography epic, the acting authentic, and the world building was astonishing.

They made changes form the book, sure, but the changes they made fit in with the tone of the narrative. Zendaya's Chani is strong yet feminine, and you feel both her growth and her struggle throughout the film. Timothée Chalamet shines as Paul, he conveys a quiet strength throughout the film, and you believe his struggles as well as his ascent to leadership, he earns it and owns it. The rest of the cast brings their best to the film, every character feels well lived-in.

The film is truly visually breathtaking, so many wonderful directing choices. I love that Villeneuve allows us to linger in scenes, to extend the feeling of each world as you visit them. You feel like you have a sense for the Dune universe simply though the visual and sound spaces.

Hollywood, this is what we want. Heroic Masculine and Feminine characters, good writing and pacing, authenticity. This is how you do it right, Dune should be a guidebook for the rest of the industry.
10/10
Immersive and entrancing sequel, one for the ages
PotassiumMan3 March 2024
This sprawling, potent sequel is a high water mark in science fiction filmmaking. Paul Atreides (Chalamet) has joined forces with the Fremen whose advance continues over disintegrating armies. Paul is viewed by some Fremen as a foreigner but by others as a savior. He himself regards their faith as mere folklore even as his mother Lady Jessica (Ferguson) ascends to the position of Reverend Mother. But eventually Paul watches his own moral code and ethics erode as he rises to the position of ruler. This part of the film accentuates the weakening of principles as power accumulates.

The cinematography in this film is overpowering. From one grand spectacle to the next, Villeneuve meets and surpasses expectations. Austin Butler makes an impression as the elite gladiaor-villain, Feyd-Rautha. Chalamet shines in this film but even he is ultimately overtaken by Zendaya as Chani, who is her own force of energy in this film and a righteous voice that does not bend with the masses. Hans Zimmer's electric score amplifies the tension, dread and wonder that dots this chapter. From breathtaking combat scenes to more intimate moments, the film is multi-faceted and riveting. Few sequels outshine the original. This one does and cements the trilogy as having made its mark. Highly recommended to all viewers, without exception.
10/10
Epic
barrymw2 March 2024
This is simply stunning in every way. Gorgeous cinematography, exceptional sound, great performances, phenomenal battle scenes, political intrigue and manipulation, religious symbolism, you name it it's there, and all done brilliantly. I enjoyed Part one but this is on entirely different level.

You don't need to have seen part one to enjoy this, it can be viewed as a standalone film in its own right. Of course if you have seen part one some elements will be that much easier to grasp. It's a testament to Villeneuve that he has pulled that off without any flashbacks retelling of anything in part one and make it completely understandable to a new viewer.

Some of the set pieces are astounding, and my internal cheerleader was whooping silently in my head on a number of occasions. On a couple of occasions I resisted the temptation, to stand up and cheer. It's extremely rare for any film to make me feel that way no matter how good.

Timothy Chalamet has never been better, his performance totally befitting the part of Paul.

The studio were right to delay release so the cast could promote it. It deserves to be seen by a wide audience and not just sci-fi fans and the cast and crew should be rightly proud of the achievement, a sold out theatre in the middle of a weekday afternoon tells you everything. If you make a movie as good as this the cinema is the best place to see it. Don't wait see it now.

I believe that we will look back on this in years to come and it will be regularly included in lists of all-time classics.
10/10
Dune: A Cinematic Epic in Two Parts
seculamihai23 March 2024
Masterfully directed by Denis Villeneuve, the first chapter of the cinematic adaptation of Frank Herbert's masterpiece, "Dune," opens its doors to a vast and unsettling universe. With meticulous attention to detail and stunning aesthetics, Villeneuve brings to life on the big screen the landscapes of an atypical universe.

The film follows the story of Paul Atreides (portrayed by Timothée Chalamet), a young noble who becomes the key to crucial events as his family takes control of the planet Arrakis, also known as Dune, the only place in the universe where "melange" is found - a precious substance that affects the entire known world through its effects.

With an impressive ensemble cast, including Rebecca Ferguson as Paul's mother, Lady Jessica, and Oscar Isaac as his father, Duke Leto Atreides, the film shapes its characters in a way that allows the audience to feel a deep connection with this fascinating world. Additionally, the performances of Jason Momoa as Duncan Idaho and Dave Bautista as Glossu Rabban add an extra dimension of intensity and drama.

Villeneuve uses his remarkable directing skills to build a tense atmosphere full of mystery and danger. The magnificent visuals and hypnotic soundtrack contribute to creating a captivating and memorable cinematic experience.

The novel Dune, considered unfilmable and rightfully so, is somewhat minimalist in its portrayal, which might somewhat bother the "purists" of the book series, but the general impression is that Denis Villeneuve has done as much as possible in this regard given the constraints imposed by a film of maximum 3 hours.

With a brisk pace and a well-constructed narrative, "Dune II" follows Paul's rise amidst the desert tribes and his exploration of his prophetic powers, as well as his confrontation with the imperial and political forces seeking to control him.

Timothée Chalamet's performance is surprising, showing the complex evolution of his character as he discovers his true power and assumes his responsibilities as a leader. Meanwhile, the supporting characters continue to shine, and the remarkable acting performances of Stellan Skarsgård as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, the most successful so far, add depth and emotional tension.

Visually, "Dune II" impresses with its epic battle scenes and stunning landscapes of the planet Arrakis, while the intense soundtrack contributes to amplifying the tense atmosphere.

"Dune I" and "Dune II" represent not only two remarkable films but also an exceptional cinematic adaptation of a monumental literary work.

Perhaps a bit more could have been done; my fundamental reproach is that Villeneuve did not even explain through a reference the fundamental premise of the universe he describes, namely the Butlerian Jihad (the war against machines), an event that explains why the Dune universe looks the way it does, why there are no AIs or even computers, what was the fundamental role of spice, what the Guild was, and why it needed this substance found only on Dune, and so forth.
9/10
A Masterclass in Science Fiction.
greenml26 February 2024
It seems that many movies have become increasingly longer and longer and we groan and bemoan this fact. But Dune Part II left me wanting more. I would love to see an extended edition of this film. It is a film that is visually and sonically stunning. Go and see it on the biggest screen as possible. Fans of the book may find elements of this adaptation frustrating as it does take a few major deviations from the book. Yet the film captures the very essence of the novel and brings to life the wild fanaticism of the Fremon people, whose long awaited messiah emerges. This is among some of the most compelling and invigorating storytelling ever brought to life on the big screen. Does it surpass Dune Part One? Yes. What about Star Wars or Empire Strikes Back. I don't think so but let me go and watch it again and again before I make such an assessment. I am already considering a second and third viewing of this movie. Maybe even a fourth. Go and Watch this movie. It is mesmerizing.
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6/10
Part one worked better for me
jussipekkaturunen28 February 2024
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I liked the overall pacing of things much better in the first part. I can compare pretty well because I watched the first part night before the second part. First half is filled with dialogue, then second half is very rushed. Ironically, I think this movie works much better on small screen than on IMAX, where I saw this. Just because there is so much dialogue and actually not that much of visually impressive scenes which would work better on IMAX.

Feels like they used the time in less important places. Sardukan are suddenly poor cannon fodder instead of empires finest fighters. Paul and his savvy mates taking suddenly harvesters with gadgets they just suddenly happen to have. Nothing is explained via moving pictures. Not anything like how they organize the strikes against Harkonen or how they happen to have weapons of different variety and so on. Things just happen. Suddenly just because it's conventional Paul walks to different places without virtually any kind of resistance or drama just so that he can convey some lines which should be meaningful for the viewer. As it was in the first part, they don't really show the view of Harkonens. I liked the dynamic between the Harkonen baron and Rabban in the first movie, even though that they did gave very little of time for that side of the story in the first part, but they give even less time in this movie.

I expected at least something to really stand out in a production of this scale but nothing really stands out. Not writing, not actor performances, not music, nothing. The movie is kind of nice to see how things developed from the first part but that's pretty much it. That's why for me this movie is 6/10.
10/10
Bless the Maker and his water!
glenaobrien2 March 2024
Dune Part Two is an epic science fiction masterpiece that confirms (if it wasn't already clear) Denis Villeneuve's film- making genius. Part One was the build up and this is the payoff. It explores the connection between Messianism, religious fundamentalism, politics and militarism in a way that mirrors our own world. But it doesn't offer any easy utopian resolution, completing a hugely satisfying arc in the hero's journey but at the same time presaging an apocalyptic holy war between the Great Families.

Every aspect of the film impresses. The design, the costumes, the tech, the music, the combat sequences, and of course the narrative, for which we can thank Frank Herbert but also screenwriters Villeneuve and Jon Spaihts. When Maud'Dib and the Fremen ride on the back of the giant sandworms (Shai-Hulud) you know your watching sequences that will become cinematic classics. Bless the Maker and his water!

All of the cast are back from the first film and there are some excellent additions. Christopher Walken is the Emperor and Florence Pugh his daughter Princess Irulan. Léa Seydoux is great but a little under-utilised as Lady Margot Fenring. The standout addition is Austin Butler, fresh from his portrayal of Elvis, smashing any typecasting to pieces as Feyd-Rautha, the psychotic and sadistic champion of the Sardaukar.

One thing I love about both films is that they tell a mother and son tale. Rebecca Ferguson (as Lady Jessica) and Timothée Chalamet (as Paul Atreides) brilliantly explore the negotiated territory between a mother who sees her son in terms of her own prophetic wishes and a son who resists that vision but in the end uses it to carve out his own destiny.

If there is one criticism I have (and its only a small irritation) it's the rather poorly rendered mass crowd scenes. They are so obviously computer generated (of course) but they don't look at all real which takes you out of the world you're immersed in. That aside, I have not loved a franchise this much since The Lord of the Rings trilogy, and I definitely want to see it again at the cinema. An IMAX session would be awe inspiring. About as much fun as anyone could hope to have at the movies.
10/10
The perfect sequel. Enchanting.
Orr97126 February 2024
Denis Villeneuve obviously takes Dune very seriously. As it peaks up right where Part One left off, we remain with 1.5 acts that's left of what I refer to as the Dune Duo. A Part 3 is of course necessary but until we get one, it's a duo. And then it fits perfectly: Part One is 1.5 acts of the story and we're left with a dazzling display of intensity.

Hans Zimmer continues what he many times referred to as a project that is really close to him, and it shows. After releasing additional 2 albums full of almost 4 hours of music besides the official Dune Part One soundtrack, he continues his quest for the true soul of Dune (in my opinion) - the music.

Which leads me to my next point: you HAVE TO watch it in IMAX. It will blow you away. My popcorn box was literally vibrated by the bass, and some parts of the film were so visually stunning that I was quite literally jaw dropped.

Without giving anything away, Dune Part 2 is just magnificent.
10/10
The greatest cinematic experience of my life.
gpapakyprianos7 March 2024
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I still remember where I was when the first Dune movie was announced. Now, after all these years, I'm even more excited for what's to come. Before watching the movie, I read many praising articles and reviews, but none of them could prepare me for the reality of it. Dune Part Two delivers exactly what it promises - a bold adaptation of one of the greatest novels ever written. It's a tragic story of extreme superstitions that can cause even the most pure-hearted leaders to descend into chaos. The film starts with an incredible sequence showcasing the astonishing use of technology by the Harkonnens and the Fremen's insane harmonization with their planet. The Fremen take down their opponents swiftly and unnoticed, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer. The investment into the rest of the film only increases from that moment on. Denis Villeneuve has done it again and this time, he has hit a home run. Collaborating with one of the greatest cinematographers of our generation, Greig Fraser, Denis has produced a monumental piece of cinema. It not only surpasses the previous installment in every aspect but also reinvents science fiction itself. With its skillful use of practical sets, lighting, and digitized effects, this modern cinema masterpiece serves as a definitive masterclass for anyone aspiring to be a great filmmaker. Although the visual and audio effects in the movie are impressive, they do not distract from its main focus, which is the storytelling. The film follows a love story that defies all odds, as Paul assumes the role of the Messiah, Chani struggles to keep her mind clear of myths and falls in love with someone who is lost not only in the desert but in his heart as well. In the first act, Paul's character undergoes significant changes. He tries to distance himself from his mother's actions by joining the Fremen's cause to liberate their planet from tyranny. However, he remains unaware that Jessica's plan is already in progress. Despite this, the first act remains a charming distraction from these developments. The empire is in a state of despair as the Fremen successfully destroy the Harkonnen spice reserves one by one. This has pushed the Bene Gesserit to their limits, and as a result, the Baron has deployed his most valuable weapon, Feyd Rautha. The second act of the story mainly focuses on how to introduce a villain and make him memorable. And to top it all off, Denis created perhaps the greatest third act in existence. In the end, Paul finally realizes what he has to do. He takes the Water of Life and opens his mind to such an extent that he becomes aware of the destruction he is about to cause, but proceeds anyway. By doing so, he loses his one true love, yet he stands his ground in an incredible hand-to-hand combat and eventually to a holy war with him as an Emperor. Once again, Hans Zimmer's astonishing otherworldly soundtrack elevates this cinematic experience to uncharted hype territories. I highly recommend watching this film in 70mm IMAX print, if possible.

Let's all hope that Dune Messiah will become a reality.
2/10
Compared to this poor extension, the first part now looks like a masterpiece
zenmilos29 February 2024
Compared to this poor extension, the first part now looks like a masterpiece. Nothing left from the Frank Herbert novel, nor the earlier screenings of this story. If writing the scenarios is considered the destruction of genuine ideas and changing content for some other totally non-inspiring one, and acting is plain posing and murmuring yourself in a chin, then underestimating the unfortunate audience really went too far, even according to the today's measures. This kind of film can only be seen as an example of how they should not be recorded. In my case, at least I know that I will no longer look from this director any future achievement.

It's best to try to forget this experience as soon as possible. I don't know how to help it, re-reading the original novels is a process too long, but maybe it's the only way. It is obvious that none of the participants in this non-work found it necessary to spend time to read the mentioned.

As for Christopher Walken, it's always nice to see him on the screen, but maybe it's time for him to, at least at the end of his career, starts choosing roles. In this company he really has nothing to seek.
6/10
I was very disappointed...
IanFRobinson3 March 2024
As I watched Dune Part Two, I had an increasingly sinking feeling. Oh no. What have they done? Changing things when adapting a book is expected. Different mediums need different approaches. But the changes need to make sense. Things I think are core to Dune are missing from Part Two. New things added don't work as well. I won't list anything here due to spoilers. I'll maybe blog about it in a few weeks. Maybe not. It certainly looks great, and I rated it 6/10 for that. Not for characters and story. You should see it, but be prepared if you know the book. You might get that sinking feeling too. I had a second viewing pre-booked. I didn't go. So disappointing.
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10/10
Takes itself seriously
TheMercurial4 March 2024
Contrasts with Marvel and Star Wars in that it takes itself completely seriously. There is no humor, which allows the intensity to build and lets the world building be immersive. Similar in some ways to Batman movies like The Batman or The Dark Knight.

It was a nice experience, I gave it a 10 because asking for more from a movie is unreasonable.

Very fast paced, similar to Infinity War, full of action. There isn't much in the way of day to day scenes. At 2:45 hr I don't see any way around that in 1 movie.

The Chosen One motif seems well suited to cinema since it allows telling a big story while following one man, but it's definitely disconnected from reality.
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10/10
Falls in the league of legends....
It's a masterpiece, you need to watch it carefully, every scene, detailing and on screen depiction of every scene is great, outstanding special effects, comparable to that of Star Wars. There are one or two Oscars waiting for it. Better than Dune one. Keeps same expectations as Dark Knight, RRR and Mandalorian(Series). It is going to meet it. Watch it in IMAX if possible also in atmos sound system. In Hindi, I can say, "Bawaal movie". Acting is Okayish but Bgm, special effects and story is awesome. I have to write 97 more words to submit the review but that's it. Don't miss it. This is meant to be seen on big screens.
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Utterly Magnificent
GCBH802 April 2024
I'd like to start my review by saying I'm not a Sci Fi fan, I don't "get" the genre. But this... Well, this (Dune 1 and 2) completely and utterly shattered that notion.

The cinematography, visuals, soundscapes and music are just so incredible, so far ahead of its time, so magnificent - my brain literally couldn't cope.

I'm actually grateful that dialogue was kept to a minimum because there is just so much to take in and absorb, that dealing with bloated dialogue would have ruined it completely for me.

Instead this film relies on iconic scenes, memorable, heart wrenching sounds, majestic visuals (that leave your jaw dropping) and landscapes that have you thinking "this cant be real"

I watched it on IMAX but am going back a 2nd time to watch on normal screen in the cinema and have already pre-ordered on Apple TV. Because this was, for me, a once in a lifetime cinematic experience.
10/10
masterpiece.
saramilenkovic19946 March 2024
Here is the best part about seeing Dune: Part Two in cinema-it almost didn't happen. It was the last day of the showing at my cinema, and my sister was late I wanted to experience this in the cinema and at last, I did and it was spectacular. It's funny how I have so many words, yet no words at all to describe the feeling of watching this masterpiece. Denis Villeneuve is one of a kind. His vision transcends into this, and please, I am begging you to give this man all awards ever.

It's visually special for sure, but the actors...well they act.

Timothée Chalamet once again proves that he is the leader of the new acting generation. He is mature and serious and we see his process of growing and changing.

Rebecca Ferguson & Austin Butler are probably two of the biggest standouts in this film (along with Chalamet. In every scene, they are in their command. I am looking forward to seeing Florence in the third part because she is the force.

Need to mention the score because wow, Hans Zimmer just won his second Oscar for this film.

It's a masterpiece.
10/10
A masterpiece. I hope they make film adaptations for all the Dune books
poldc17 March 2024
The film was so beautifully done. I could not count how many times I got the chills. Every scene was just so beautiful and powerful. Austin Butler was phenomenal as Feyd-Rautha. I loved every scene when they were at Giedi Prime. They even thought about how the black sun would affect the planet, Giedi Prime. Denis is a genius filmmaker. Then Florence Pugh showed up on the screen, her performance was just how I pictured Princess Irulan would be like. Of course, the magnificent Rebecca Ferguson just took the spotlight everytime she was in a scene. Just her posters alone (as Lady Jessica) outside the cinema would give you chills. Let's not forget Timothée Chalamet and his outstanding performance as Paul Atreides. His speech with the Fremen was one of the many scenes that gave me the chills. I'm really hoping they finish the whole Dune franchise, because with Denis Villeneuve at the helm this would be one of the most popular franchises of all time!
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10/10
This is what an adaptation should be.
Camerenth3 March 2024
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Denis yet again understands cinema and understands the source material. His take on the story here elevates the source material in a way that can live alongside the book.

Denis intentionally chooses what to focus the story on: Paul internal battle. A forced prophecy. A devotion to someone in the face of duty.

The movie is clearly a spectacle and should be watched just on that. But the movie also is very upfront about its themes. More so than the book. And the appreciation to Denis on knowing what to change in the story to help elevate those themes.

I read the book. And I have no qualms with the changes his made because it was all for the story.

I applaud Denis.
8/10
Great, but definitely not a masterpiece.
maximumsid4 March 2024
I did enjoy the movie, but I saying it's as good as Dark Knight will be a huge overstatement.

Enough good things have already been said about this movie, so I'll just point out the negatives:

1. All viallians feel quite weak, bland, and never seem to pose any real threat. Bautista's character is a joke, Baron isn't threatening, and the new villian (being called as good as joker by some people) also feels very generic. The *new abilities* that Paul gets also feel too convenient and easy to get.

2. Characters change a lot instantly, Jessica suddenly becomes this completely different character, and same goes with Paul.

3. I can see how it may have to be rushed in the movie format, but the pacing could've been better.

4. Paul is the prophesied prophet, and... That just happens with no surprises etc. In some ways, I think that was for the better, as it avoids the overdone struggling hero cliche, but I was prepared to feel tense for Paul, but never really felt that there was a reason to feel tense.

Overall, it's a solid 8/10, it is a technical masterpiece if you look at cinematography etc., but as a movie overall, it's just another 'good watch' which is well worth its time, and that's completely fine.
9/10
Epic storytelling on a grand scale directed by a real visionary...
mdw052614 March 2024
This is a simple and short review: 'Go see this movie, in the theatre if possible and on a very big screen. We both loved it.'

We spent the last week in Khao Lak (heaven), but the week before, we watched "Dune Part 1" and then saw "Part 2" in the theatre on the day it opened. It was grand and epic storytelling on a scale I've not seen in ages. Both "Dune" movies are transportive like "Titanic" in 1998 and the original "Avatar" in 2009 (which I saw four times, including once at the Chinese Theatre). I've not read any of the "Dune" books, but I was able to grok what was going on (mainly), and while I haven't always been a Timothée Chalamet fan, he was excellent here, as was Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, and many others. Everything about the movie is epic and it's well worth a cinema visit.
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6/10
While things in the first part could come across as a bit long-winded, things in the second part feel a bit rushed.
movieman6-413-9295103 March 2024
Dune Part Two is the sequel to the first Dune film by director Denis Villeneuve, which was released in 2021. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) has now joined the Fremen group. Here he tries to learn about their customs such as their handling of the sandworms. Paul seeks revenge on the conspirators who destroyed his family. With Chani (Zendaya) at his side, Paul goes into battle against enemy troops who serve the Emperor (Christopher Walken). This sequel, three years later, immediately picks up where the first part ended. This first part was well received by most as an improved start to the film adaptations of the Dune story. Previous film adaptations turned out less well, because the story of the Dune books is quite a large and complicated story. With Denis Villeneuve's first part he managed to properly introduce the Dune world and build it up with the political struggle between the different groups. With this second film he focuses more on the customs and beliefs of the Fremen group, who think they can defeat the enemy through a more religious approach. Furthermore, the relationship between Paul and Chani is also developed a bit more, but there are some rushed moments. However, with this second part, many things have to be explained and built upon, which means that there are some long-winded moments in this second part. Compared to the first part, this second part has more room for action scenes, which increases the pace and tension slightly. Furthermore, it remains more of a political battle between different groups and houses, which fight each other more strategically than really physically. In contrast to the first part, things in this second part feel more rushed. Like the relationship between Paul and Chani. The aspect of the earthworms and how the Fremen handle and ride the creatures is also explained in a somewhat hasty manner, so it is not always clear. Denis Villeneuve once again provides beautiful visual images of the different worlds and areas from the Dune books. Together with photography director Greig Fraser, they ensure that the images appear beautiful, creative and credible. By adapting the Dune story from the first book of the series into two films, Denis Villeneuve has given himself and his cast members more space to make something good and beautiful out of the film adaptation. This also gives the actors more space to develop their characters and evolve with the time they get in the films. Timothée Chalamet is thus given the opportunity to develop his character from an exploring newcomer into someone who tries to avenge the harm done to his family. Furthermore, he tries to be a savior for the different groups and tries to get them back into balance. Compared to the first part, Zendaya is given more time and space in this second part to develop her character more and work on the chemistry and relationship she has with Timothée Chalamet, his character. However, this relationship can seem a bit rushed, which means it cannot always remain so believable for every viewer. Of the new cast members, Austin Butler steals the most scenes as a dangerous warrior of the enemy army, but he and his character could have been given a little more time and development. Other well-known actors such as Josh Brolin, Florence Pugh and Christopher Walken play their roles well and appropriately, but unfortunately do not have such major roles in this second Dune film.
9/10
Lawrence Of Arrakis!
Pairic7 March 2024
Dune: Part Two: Sand, Sand, and more effing Sand! There is a certain Monty Phytonesque touch to Dune: Part Two. Paul insists he;s not the Messiah yet we get a scene straight out of Life of Brian with a gaggle of Fremen giggling as they proclaim him as the Messiah. This is a serious issue though; Chani (Zendaya) and other young Fremen reject the idea of a Messiah as something that holds them back and oppose the more conservative people. Chani still admire Paul though and their relationship flourishes as the narrative unfolds. Lady Jessica (Rebecca Fergusson) becomes Reverend Mother of the Fremen, surviving a grueling, deadly ritual. She heads south to win over the Fundamentalist Fremen to Paul's cause as the Messiah. The Emperor Christopher Walken) also casts a beady eye on Arrakis, his daughter, Princess Irulan (Florence Pugh) however is very much a creature of the Bene Gesserit. The Harkonnens continue to oppress the Fremen but the failure of Glisssu Harkonnen (Dave Bautista) to inflict a telling defeat lead to his replacement by Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen (Austin Butler), Baron Vladimir Harkonnen's (Stellan Skarsgård) youngest nephew and heir ("na-Baron") to House Harkonnen. All of these threads eventually entwine as the film heads towards it's conclusion.

Great battle scenes which at times reminded me of Lawrence of Arabia as armies on foot clash in great numbers and engage in sword fights. The one to one duels are also captivatingly cruel. The desert is very much a supporting actor as Paul earns his spurs as a Fremen fighter with the help of Chani. The guerrilla tactics of the Fremen are convincingly displayed as they destroy ornithopters and spice gathering machines, The war of the Flea at work. Villenue appears to be drawing analogies as he shows the ornithopters targeting people on the ground and the destruction of a Fremen habitat as collective punishment but make yiur own mind up about that. Butler plays Feyd-Rautha as a murderous sociopath who will do anything to achieve results to please Baron Harkonnen. He kills at will to provide human food for his three cannibal concubines. Too many in the ensemble cast to name them all but some great performances. All in all a triumph, Villenue may not be minded to make any sequels but I hope his directorial baton will be lifted by a suitable successor. Directed by Denis Villeneuve who co-wrote the screenplay with Jon Spaihts. 9/10.
6/10
I spent the last hour looking at my watch...
gee-153 April 2024
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There's no question that this film has stunning special effects, excellent production values and some decent performances (Javier Bardem's crusty but devout Stilgar springs to mind). But the movie is so long! (nearly 3 hours). Whereas I admired the first film for its ability to describe the world of Dune with good economy, this film seemed overstuffed with events that were hard to understand if you weren't overly familiar with the book(s). In addition, to realize that all the events (Jessica influencing the Fremen, Paul learning the Fremen ways, sabatoging the Harkonnen's spiceworks, Paul becomes a Messianic figure, etc etc etc) all took place in less than nine months?! (How do we know? Jessica is pregnant at the beginning AND the end of the film). But if you want a film full of spectacle, this one definitely has that and, credit due, some of the scenes are breathtaking.
9/10
A mostly perfect adaptaion
sarceguru-3744122 March 2024
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For a movie that is dangerously close to 3 hours, I am impressed by how quickly it went by. The plot was consistently moving ahead but laced with lovely moments of quiet and stillness. It was visually a masterpiece! Beautiful scenery, detailed costumes, grand scale wide shots and tons of tiny details. In my opinion, the acting and casting were spot on all around. I liked the scenes from the emperor/princess. It was a great way to show those parts of the book.

The reason for the missing star (and the spoiler part of my review) is that very jarring, confusing editing choice early on where Paul is sent off on a test mission, but then for some reason Chani is with him all the sudden, and then people ate around. The plot kept going, but the trial never ended?! I thought I fell asleep or blacked out or something. And although I was never bored, in the end it felt both too slow and too fast somehow. But those nit-picky complaints aside, amazing!!
10/10
Masterpiece
josephbannister1 March 2024
Whether your a fan of the novels, or the 80's version, Dune is truly à work of art. The scenery was breathtaking and in regards to acting it was clear the actors have embraced and portrayed their characters to à T in direct correlation to the novel they are portrayed in the most perfect way. I admit I was weary before watching because the first one was just incredible .. but this does not dissapoint, I can only think of 2 other movies in history where the sequel outshined or performed on the same level of the first part and that would either be T2 jugement day,and of course the godfather 2. These titles are renowned and beloved by all, and quite Frankly that's the direction The Dune Saga has broughtforth, your left glued to the scream and asking what? I'm gonna have to wait another 3 years ... what if I don't live that long... Even if you haven't seen the first film, one can pick up and follow along as long as they pay attention to the narrative and direction the film is going in. Because the final showdown does not dissapoint and as I said prior.. Why do I have to wait another 3 years and here I am writing my commentary before healing to work and buying another ticket to see it on the big screen again this evening. Dune delivers in the opposition direction of every failed sequel and just leaves you in awe as the crédits come on screen as your left in disbelief that 3 hours has just passed. Anyways trust me kiddos GO SEE IT IN THEATRES!! You will find yourself in the same situation as me... stuck waiting more.
10/10
Hope for Hollywood?
kierran894 March 2024
People far more elloquent than me have already explained why this movie is so good.

All I will say is that I can count on one hand the number of times I've left a cinema feeling like I was part of an experience. I can't remember the last time I experienced so many spine-tingling moments from truly astounding scenery and cinematography, harrowing depth and gravitas, immersive action sequences, and epic Fremen dialogue.

After so many years of being lectured by hollywood with poor scripts and miscast actors, Dune is a welcome reminder that all is not lost. Hopefully film studios take note and realise what happens when you trust a director and his team to understand source material and do their best to accurately put it on the big screen (although I will say that it wasn't 100% accurate).

In summary, amazing movie. Go watch it.
5/10
Difficult
laduqesa15 March 2024
I didn't like it. I didn't rate Part One much and this was slightly worse. The great themes that underpinned the novel were completely absent here, the undercurrents and interplay of the various groups that shored up the imperial system. The Guild was absent. The Bene Gesserit were a shadow of their actual selves.

As for the actors playing the parts, well the Emperor just didn't seem right. He looked like a tired old man and not an authority figure. We saw Margot but where was the Count in this installment? Timothée Chalamet was not a convincing Paul Atreides.

Lip synching in the invented languages was carelessly done. I'm going deaf and I pay particular attention to spoken dialogue matching the mouth movements which is why I never watch dubbed shows or films. On some occasions when characters switched language in one scene, it was really obvious that a different voice had been speaking the invented language and not the actor at all.

I'm not going to post spoilers so I draw a veil over the deviations from the book which were unnecessary and detracted from the story being told.

Do you know what? I prefer the TV adaptation! I'm going to look that up and watch it to remove the bad taste this version has left.
10/10
Best Sci-Fi Epic of last 30 years!
djrmc244 March 2024
Dune: Part Two was hands down one of the best cinematic experiences that I have witnessed in the last 30 years! This film is meant to be seen in the theater on the biggest screen possible. For those who thought Part One was more on the slow side with more character development, will be very pleased to hear that Part Two ups the ante with the action spectacle. There was so many iconic scenes and visuals that it's hard to say which one was my favorite. Our newcombers for Part Two with Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, and Christopher Walken are all awesome. Austin's character especially is very good and he transforms into the role. Some may not even realize that it's him in the role, as his features and voice are both unrecognizable here. I can't wait to watch the in depth behind the scenes to see how this movie was made. Music Composer Hans Zimmer does an absolute terrific job once again on the score as it is epic on so many levels. Part 2 does such a great job of story telling that even if someone missed Part One they would still understand what is transpiring. I'm already looking forward on what Part Three will have in store for us. Dune: Part Two gets the highest rating score possible with a perfect 10 out of 10. Go see it!
10/10
Dune 1 & 2 are probably the best sci-fi movies ever...
jonasmail-879321 March 2024
Yes, Dune 1 & 2 are probably the best sci-fi movies ever. I can't really come up with anything else that would beat these anyway.

Part Two was a nice continuation to Part One, however I felt the last part of the movie could have been better or maybe it just went too fast. Without spoiling its hard to explain. Also missed some more insight about the mother and a lot of other things as well... Imagine if this could have been a 20 episode serie with same quality!

Anyhow visually and the main cast were just excellent. I did expect more out of the emperor Christofer Walken.

Just love the tonality of the entire movie and the sound and music made it masterful.

Please more of these "adult" epic sci-fi movies and series!
10/10
Perfect theatrical sequeal
johnnymay-3667626 February 2024
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When I first watched Dune two years ago I couldn't get enough of the story or the surrounding lore. I read the first book soon after as to immerse myself in knowing what would happen next and to have a better knowledge of the universe. At the time in my mind the first part missed out on some things that I felt were important in establishing the overall story, however after watching the second part I understand what Denis Villeneuve's vision cinematically needed to go a slightly different direction. The battles in the second part were epic and all of the added stuff of Paul training was a fun experience. I'm sad to see the whole story arc of Thufir Hawat as well as Paul's child and his bizarre sister being dropped, but I understand that when it comes to adapting a novel to the big screen that some things aren't as necessary/needed to build for future installments. I loved this movie, it was such a great sequel and is helping further the vision of Frank Herbert.
9/10
A Film Masterclass in every Department !!
saikatsamanta18 March 2024
To take a book as complex and expansive as Dune, and turning it into a trilogy of science fiction cinematic masterpieces, will define the legacy of Dennis Villeneuve. Paul Atreides's quest for revenge erupts into a magnum opus circling around religious fanaticism and their messianic figures and intergalactic politics, culminating in some of the greatest cinematic sequences that you will ever witness. The Cinematography and Sound Design is so insanely good that I fail to remember if any film I have seen in my lifetime can rival this. The VFX is flawless in its execution, and Hans Zimmer's brilliance is once again on full display. So much of the story has been fit into this but tender character moments exist throughout the film. Thundering performances from Rebecca Ferguson, Timothee Chalamet and Javier Bardem. A shame that I was not able to see this on Imax, because Cinema doesn't get visually this spectacular often. Lovers of Cinema and Science Fiction, missing this one in Theaters is a crime.
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6/10
A big come down in quality compared to Part 1
liamnoble113 March 2024
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"Dune: Part 2" had the weight of expectation upon its shoulders, following the success of its predecessor. However, this highly anticipated sequel falls short of achieving the same level of excellence. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film struggles with uneven pacing, lackluster character development, and a narrative that feels rushed and heavy-handed.

One of the glaring issues with "Dune: Part 2" is its pacing, which oscillates between dragging in the middle third and rushing through the final third. The film spends too much time on inconsequential events, leaving little room for character arcs to develop organically. Paul's transformation from a reluctant leader to a megalomaniac zealot feels particularly rushed and lacking in depth, robbing the audience of the opportunity to truly empathize with his journey. Having attended a late evening showing there were times I was actually checking my watch, unbelievably so, but I have to admit myself bored particularly past the first hour mark.

Rather than feeling a drama play out in real time, we're simply told drama 'is' playing out. Its a subtle but important difference, but one which needs to be acknowledged. Unfortunately there is no sense of stakes here, instead its just characters accomplishing one task after the other until Paul can eventually become 'The Messiah'. At no point did I ever feel this was under threat, yet apparently according to what the characters are saying, that's EXACTLY how I should be feeling.

Another one of my main complaints was the love story between Paul and Chani, with it feeling forced and clichéd to the nth degree. The lack of chemistry between the two actors was distracting and the on-again, off-again nature of their romance detracted from the emotional weight their relationship is apparently supposed to carry. It's a narrative thread that we've seen countless times before, yet done better in other movies, leaving viewers feeling indifferent rather than invested; I had no real reason to care about these two, other than I was told I was supposed to by the plot. We can call Dune Part 2 a masterpiece all we want, but when the main romance and arguably main backdrop of the second installment feels corny, then we know we've got problems.

The introduction of Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha character also feels unnecessary and cartoonish. His role usurps that of Dave Bautista's Beast Rabban from the world-building of the first film, only to be disposed of by the end of the sequel. This decision undermines the tension that could and probably SHOULD have been built with Bautista's character and leaves audiences questioning the purpose of Butler's inclusion. Feyd Rautha felt 'evil for the sake of evil' and a mere device to give the hero's of Paul and Chani something to aim at, whilst not actually threatening to alter the plot.

Despite these shortcomings, "Dune: Part 2" does have its strengths, particularly in its visual effects, framing, and atmosphere. Denis Villeneuve once again proves himself a master of his craft, creating stunning visuals that transport audiences to the world of Arrakis. However, these moments of visual brilliance can sometimes feel overindulgent, with scenes of desert landscapes and thumpers dragging on for longer than necessary. Credit where credit is due however....

Ultimately, "Dune: Part 2" fails to deliver a satisfying payoff, with the Emperor's defeat feeling anticlimactic and Christopher Walken's portrayal lacking the gravitas it deserves. While the film runs for a lengthy time, almost none of it is given towards developing his character and giving the audience a reason to care about his potential affect and inclusion in the narrative. Unfortunately he just exists here as a confused looking old man, and the film is poorer for it.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part 2" is a visually impressive but a narratively underwhelming sequel. While it may have been hailed as a masterpiece by some, it ultimately fails to live up to its potential. Those seeking to immerse themselves in the world of "Dune" would be better off sticking to the books, as the film leaves much to be desired, particularly given its lengthy runtime. As a non book reader myself, I sure know where I'll be heading now to get my Dune fix.
10/10
An epic and sublime masterpiece
OMTR23 March 2024
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If 'Part One' - which I very unfortunately only discovered on DVD due to my distance from any cultural facility when it was released - had difficulty convincing me, it is quite the opposite with this second episode.

A visual festival, to be watched on the most gigantic screen possible, and a philosophical tale sumptuously conceived by the cinematographic genius of Denis Villeneuve, which highlights the talent of his casting. An epic and sublime masterpiece highlighted by a masterful new soundtrack by Hans Zimmer.

Between 'Star Wars' and 'Lawrence of Arabia', this masterful piece of cinema is to this decade what the aforementioned works are to their respective eras.

Even if Denis Villeneuve has declared that he wants to take the time to complete his trilogy, we can only look forward to enjoying a new show of this quality in the years to come.

In the meantime, I will rewatch the first part in hopes of being able to change my opinion.
10/10
Destiny's a terrifying thing to burden. Warning: Spoilers
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Dune: Part Two takes right off from where the first Dune film left us hanging. And it's just as dreamy yet more ambitious than its predecessor.

Dune: Part Two almost feels like a critique of 'The Chosen One' motif of other movies, and shows the 'pros and cons' of being chosen as a supposed saviour in the eyes of desperate people in a desperate world. What happens for those who are not the 'One'? The world around them gets mighty tricky to navigate, and coming to terms with what is to come... is a lot easier said than done.

Dune: Part Two is equal parts spectacular and unusually somber with its high-concept sci-fi trappings. I'm just glad the two movies can finally complement each other; there's bound to be fan-edits that make it a five-hour-plus feature (or it could become reality via a Director's Cut or something), and fans are gonna dissect every scene on YouTube videos speculating as to what the future holds for the Dune franchise on-screen. And it's a breed of film which deserves that kind of online speculation because it's rich with world-building and foreshadowing that may surprise us when they make Dune: Messiah as a movie.

Sure it's cliche for reviewers to note the Star Wars similarities, but I gotta say that Dune finally becoming a cinematic franchise to compete with it is nothing short of a miracle (even if the book basically willed George Lucas' magnum opus into existence in the first place) that would Frank Herbert proud.

Dune: Part Two is a LOT of movie to digest, but it's no slouch. This is what high-concept filmmaking should strive to be; this is how to channel all that money into something that's worth the effort, and it doesn't have contempt for its audience either. Dune: Part Two can send messages to the rest of Hollywood on how to tackle legacy properties well.

2024's first sci-fi blockbuster does justice to one of the most important novels ever written, and it raises the bar pressuring Hollywood to get its collective asses into high-gear instead of slouching on so-so productions (looking at you, Madame Web).

Dune: Part Two is good stuff. Give it a shot before the spice runs dry at the movies. 5/5 stars.
10/10
Superb this is the magic of Cinema
tm-sheehan3 March 2024
My Review- Dune: Part Two In Cinemas now My Rating 10/10

I checked my 10/10 ratings for Science fiction or futuristic movies or television series and out of 700 reviews Dune Part Two is only the 5th movie in this genre that I really can't fault.

I could see where every cent of the estimated USD 190,000,000 that this second instalment of Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of author Frank Herbert's six Dune novels has been spent .

Dune Part One had an estimated budget of USD 165,000,000 and World Wide box office gross so far is nearly USD 434,000,000 so hopefully this instalment will be as successful, it certainly deserves to be.

Judging from his first two movies in this franchise I expect at least two more Denis Villeneuve movie instalments.

I scored Dune 1 a healthy 8 out of 10 in my previous review but I then was a novice Duner however the state of the art technology of Dune 2 as well as the performances impressed me so much .

I cannot think of any other movie of the epic futuristic genre that outdoes Dune for spectacle or innovation For instance the inspired monochrome filming of the Feyd- Rautha gladiator battle in the stadium in front of Baron Harkonnen I thought was extraordinary.

Of course CGI computer generated imagery is constantly used in all sci fi epics but in Dune Part 2 it seems to blend into reality in Villeneuve's desert world with such beauty and dramatic impact.

This movie is a triumph of design by visual-effects supervisor Paul Lambert and the behind the scenes artisans who invented such creations like the dragonfly-inspired ornithopter to the ominous Harkonnen spice harvesters also called crawlers .

Then there's the terrifying giant sand worms that live on the desert planet Arrakis whose larvae produce the special spice known as melange.

I haven't spent much time on the plot line as readers of the books and viewers of the movie will know that Dune Part 1 left Paul Atreides trying to join the Fremen in an attempt to overthrow The Emperor and bring peace to Arrakis . Paul after surviving the attack from the Harkonnen and Sardaukar is literally left between a rock and a hard place .

Dune Part 2 begins with Paul Atreides united with Chani a Fremen woman he falls in love with . He is taught the ways of the Fremen and is eventually accepted by them after passing a deadly initiation .

Paul is seeking revenge against the sadistic Harkonnen who murdered his family and after becoming a Leader and prophet among the Fremen is in a powerful position to attempt to overthrow the colonising, sadistic Harkonnens . They include the sadistic nephew of the fascist Baron Vladimir Harkonnen a reptilian like villain called Feyd Rautha . Feyd and his uncle both see control of Arrakis as a path to the throne.

One of the reasons I give Dune Part 2 a top score is because the entire leading cast as well as the supporting ensemble cast give superb performances.

Repeating his role of Paul Atreides is Timothée Chalamet who really is impressive in Dune Part 2 expanding on his character from the first movie I think he as well as thd movie itself may well be a contenders for a Best Picture and Best actor Oscar in 2025.

Timothée Chalamet already highly regarded for his acting versatility surprised me again in this movie especially when his character changes dramatically to a leader and prophet after surviving death by poisoning during the dreaded water of life ritual .

My prediction is that the Dune movie franchise will do for Timothée Chalamet what the Indiana Jones movie franchise did to propel Harrison Ford to super stardom.

Zendaya is also perfectly cast as Paul's romantic interest Chani a female Fremen warrior Chani . Chani is outstanding and the chemistry between this couple is magnetic .

The most pleasant surprise for me in this outstanding movie was Austin Butler's performance as a cruel sadistic gladiator and cousin of Baron Harkonnen.

I try thought he was great as Elvis but since then in interviews and other roles I doubted he could portray such a cruel and evil character . Of course make up helps a lot but top marks to Austin Butler perhaps a supporting actor nomination next year? There are many impressive performances in Dune 2 including Javier Bardem as Stilgar , Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck , Charlotte Rampling as Mother Superior and Stellan Skarsgård as Baron Harkonnen.

I'm looking forward to seeing more of Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan now betrothed to Paul Atreidis her role will be pivotal in Dune Part 3 which hasn't begun production yet.

I've mentioned the cast of Dune Part 2 , the look of Dune Part 2 but for me the sound and the film score of a great film is an important factor to add to the enjoyment of a movie and 2 time Oscar winning composer Hans Zimmer creator of great epic scores like Gladiator and Dunkirk scores returns to continue his musical magic in Dune Part 2.

I saw this with movie with 2 friends who love cinema as much as I do on a huge cinema screen as this film should be seen and we unanimously agreed as we sat there watching the closing credits and listening to the wonderful film score that this is a superb film in every way and what the magic of movies is all about .

I would be amazed if Dune Part 2 is the end to this franchise it's a wonderful cinema experience I can't recommend it highly enough but don't see it till you have seen Dune Part One.
9/10
Go Watch It!
AngelHonesty18 March 2024
If you loved part one, you will love part two. Needs to be seen in IMAX theater. The movie's soundtrack is phenomenal along side the vibration from the theater speakers with the gorgeous picture from the screen. You only really get the full masterpiece effect when seen in theaters. The movie's story is slow like the first film, but it's a masterpiece. It's visually stunning and really dives deeper into the world it's trying to show us. We finally get to see more of it along side other aspects such as new characters and the structure/order of how things are run. The film can afford to be slow because it's nearly three hours long and there is definitely going to be a part three. There's some really solid action in the movie and it's very creative with the technology, makeup, shapes and structures. You truly feel like you are entering an alien world making you crave to see more of it.
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10/10
Extraordinary filmmaking and most certainly Villeneuve's magnum opus
bastille-852-7315471 March 2024
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The first "Dune" was an exceptional film for a largely exposition-based narrative that told half of the story of the main book. It combined the best qualities of both blockbuster spectacle filmmaking and more character driven-style filmmaking for a brilliantly made piece of cinema. But "Dune" fans know that the story only gets more compelling as it goes on, and Denis Villeneuve managed to top himself once again. "Dune: Part Two" is nothing less than an absolute masterpiece that not only manages to top the first installment in just about every way.

The film picks up pretty much exactly where the first film left off, where Paul has just joined the Fremen to try to fulfill his ultimate goal to defeat the Harkonnens and bring peace to Arrakis. As can be expected, the performances are uniformly excellent among the large ensemble cast, and most characters that were in both this film and its predecessor improve on their performance and its character arc and associated range in comparison to the previous film. Timothee Chalamet is gripping as Paul, showing a dynamic emotional core. The same can be said for Zendaya as Chani and Rebecca Ferguson as Jessica. Austin Butler is chillingly menacing as the vicious Feyd-Rautha. The film is absolutely impeccable from an aesthetic standpoint, from the cinematography to Hans Zimmer's score to the superbly detailed production design based on Fremen culture. Scenes such as Paul riding a sandworm are simply awe-inspiring on an excellent premium large format screen. But the most important thing is that the film is so in tune to the themes and character arcs unique to the second half of the story, particularly Paul's insistence that he is a messianic figure, Jessica's support of that notion in large part due to her Bene Gesserit ways, and Chani's refusal of that view and her independence while still being loyal to the Fremen at large. Villeneuve has always been an insightful and character-driven storyteller first through the lens of science fiction, and the nuanced portrayal of those themes is what elevates this film to the next level. Perfectly paced at 2 hours and 46 minutes, the film does an excellent job at portraying the complexity of the book and its characters; and I generally thought that the changes made from the book (and there are a few notable ones) served their purposes and ultimately still contributed to an outstanding film.

Like the very best films, "Dune: Part Two" further broadens our horizons as to what cinema can be. In this case, it does so by showing that blockbuster sequels can be exceptionally dedicated to thoughtful thematic complexity complemented by thorough character development. These elements contribute so much to the film as a whole, and help make it an unforgettable cinematic experience.

Not to be missed. 10/10.

Note: I saw the film in Dolby Cinema, and as can be expected, the picture and sound quality were both superb. You could really feel the impact of the score and other sounds, which further improved the viewing experience.
1/10
Thanks, have a nice sleep
xiaohei-801129 March 2024
If u find 1 painful to watch, u can skip this part 2. Don't believe those movie reviews that part 2 pace is fast and exciting than 1. It's still boring and feel sleepy . Every 10 min have a scene Zendaya will look at Timothee to create a boring romance. Both actor totally no chemistry. Build up powerful villain at part 1,part 2 become a tools to build another Villain. Fight scene is stiff and not exciting. Bastita only know how to roar when failed his mission.

So what u have a big universe story, Great cinematography,bgm, and cast. Actor totally no connection with each other,60 years ago story already fall behind today writing. This movie is a combination of GOT, Avatar and star war but fail miserably cannot compare with these 3.
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10/10
One of the best science fiction movies ever made
Dannyboi9410 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is a masterpiece, there is no doubt about it. This movie is masterfully: directed, written, acted, shot, edited, scored, with some of the best visual effects I've ever seen in a movie. Movies like this are extremely rare these dayss. With the industry riddled with ridiculous superhero movies, (not all of them, but most) and bland, heartless remakes.

Dune 2 takes everything that made the first one great, and turned it up to 100. I watched the first one just before this movie, and when viewed together, you have one of the greatest science fiction movies ever made, and one of the best movies in 20 years. There is very little to fault about this masterpiece of cinema.

First of all I want to show respect to the cast. Every single actor gives a remarkable performance, with the clear standout being Timothée Chalamet. I wasn't sure that he could pull off such a heroic character, since the actor doesn't scream action star. He was great in the first movie as this young noble, but by god does he prove me wrong. Timothée is outstanding in Part 2. I would say his performance is award worthy. I wouldn't be surpirsed if Paul Atreides is classed as one of the best protagonist of the 2000s, and that is mostly owed by Chalamet's acting.

Everyone else does a fantastic job as well, from Rebecca Ferguson's sneaky Jessica, to Austin Butler's sinister Feyd-Rautha. Austin was so good as the villain that I could see him play a bada** Sith Lord in a Star Wars project. Some actors are pretty pointless though, which does highlight some of the minor issues I have. Christopher Walken is almost non-existant here, with his Emperor being pretty bland. He rarely says anything, and has very little screen-time, the same with Florence Pugh, but if there is a sequel (I'm hoping there will be) I'm sure they will both have a better chance to shine.

Zendaya is also great here as well. She has proven herself a great actress, just see her acting in Euphoria. Her on-screen chemistry with Timothée is really good, and realistic. It didn't feel forced, or cringe, which is rare in these type of movies. I have seen some complain about her, with the difference between the movie and book counterpart. But I have not read the books, so I am judging from a cinemagoer, and I thought she was great.

With the acting aside, my biggest praise is on the technical side. The visual effects are flawless. There wasn't a single frame that stuck out as bad CGI. Everything looked perfect, and that is all due to the breathtaking cinematography by Greig Fraser. The shots and lightning are mindblowing. This is cinema. This is what movies should be.

Like the first one, Hans Zimmer's soundtrack is perfect, and his booming score really elevates the action scenes.

The action scenes are really well done. There are no stupid shaky cams, or over useage of close-ups. However, despite the final battle being remarkable, I would give a minor complaint in that it was a little shorter than I would have liked, but this can be ignored, since it was so well done, it had you wanting more. Which brings me to the editing. Wow. Not many people praise editors enough, and Joe Walker deserves all your praise. His editing on Part 1 was great, and he is even better here. This movie flows flawlessly, and not once did I feel bored, not once did Part 2 grind to a halt, not once did the shots seem choppy. The last time a movie managed to make a film with this runtime fun and quick, was Lord of the Rings.

Denis Villeneuve has left his mark as one of the best directors in the buisness. Some are calling him the heir to Ridley Scott, and he most certinally is... well the Ridley from around 20 years ago. I can't wait to see what this guy does with future movies.

Sorry about the long review guys, I just had to get this out my system after viewing this epic in IMAX. Please go and see it, movies like this deserve it. The cast and crew have made a future icon in the industry.

9.5/10.
10/10
One of the Best Films I Have Seen in Years
kjproulx3 March 2024
I will be pondering this film for many days after this review, but I will give it my best shot for now. For context, I am someone who has never read the source material, never seen the David Lynch adaptation, and never seen the mini-series from the year 2000. I went into Dune: Part One a couple of years ago and the story was completely fresh for me so I loved it, but it also felt slightly unfulfilling. Well, I take that last comment back now, because once I dove into the real meat of the story with Dune: Part Two, this duo of films became one of my favourite sci-fi stories ever. Here is why I found Dune: Part Two to be a genuine masterpiece.

Picking up right where the first film leaves off (with a bit of time passing in between), Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) is now living with the Fremen and learning their ways. His mother Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) being pregnant definitely raises some issues amongst the people, but they believe Paul is their saviour, so they choose to follow him. After having visions throughout the first film of a woman named Chani (Zendaya), they form a bond in this film that seems unbreakable. The Harkonnen family is also not about to slow down and Paul will lead anyone and everyone he has to, to stop this family from succeeding. With the introduction of the Emporer (Christopher Walken) as the man who was truly behind past destruction, this addition made for a far deeper story for me. He doesn't have a lot of screen time, but his presence opened a lot of doors for further storytelling. When it all comes down to it, this is a spiritual, thought-provoking, exciting, and subdued epic sci-fi film that has layers upon layers of storytelling, that's almost too much to get into here.

I will say that where the story takes the character of Paul by the end of the film is not what I expected in the least. Once the first act of this film wrapped up, I found myself completely unaware of where the story was going. Again, since I had no prior knowledge of this story, this was unpredictable for me in all the best ways. A couple of surprises and twists absolutely blew me away and had me thinking it's some of the best Blockbuster storytelling I've seen in years. Timothée Chalamet also gives one of the best performances of his career to date here, which just elevated this already incredible story. My only complaint with this film though, is actually also a massive compliment.

There are a couple of characters that are introduced in this film that feel so vital to the story coming to an end, that I found myself perplexed why we didn't see them in the first film. With that said, Dune: Part Two doesn't waste a second of its run time in that regard. Characters are introduced, made incredibly important, and performed insanely well, and they help bring the overall story to a close. I may be disappointed that they aren't introduced in the first, director Denis Villeneuve just simply knew what he was doing and my complaint ended up becoming praise.

Villeneuve is one of the best directors out there today, without question, and the work he was able to get out of his cast and crew was breathtaking. From jaw-dropping Cinematography by Greig Fraser, to stunning visual effects by hundreds of VFX workers, to the pulse-pounding and goosebump-inducing score, down to the perfect editing and masterful costumes and sets, there's nothing I can complain about. On a technical level, Dune: Part Two is perfection and with a more than satisfying story to go along with that, I just can't remember the last time I watched a movie this good on the big screen, especially on this scale.

I could gush about Dune: Part Two for many hours, so I'll just wrap this up by commending this entire cast and crew for creating such a piece of art. This is a remarkable achievement in cinema and it better be recognized at next year's Oscars. I know that releasing a film this early in the year is questionable, but I believe the love this film is getting will propel it forward. My jaw is still on the floor from experiencing this film yesterday and I can't wait to watch it again and let it all sink in. It's not the type of sci-fi film that will be for everyone, but if you've seen the first instalment and at least liked it, I can't see how this would let you down in any way. Dune: Part Two is now playing in theatres and I highly recommend checking out this masterpiece on the biggest screen you can find.
9/10
A nearly perfect movie
simrok3 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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After seeing all the reviews before watching this movie, i thought it was going to be just another overhyped movie as i didn't think it could be THAT good, but boy was i wrong. The cinematography is some of the best i've seen, and the acting was on a whole other level. It's been a long time since i've seen a sci-fi movie that's had me this invested, where Part 1 failed to do so.

Now here's what i didn't like so much, and it's a strange one. I'm not to keen for movies being all about "the chosen one", which this is. It feels like something you've seen a million times before, although this one does it well. It's an almost 3 hour long movie, and a lot of time goes to Paul just walking around like he's the only one in this movie. It got to a point where i felt like i didn't get to see enough of any of the other interesting people.

Regardless, for the people that struggled to get through the first one, i beg you to watch this. You won't regret it!
10/10
Believe it! It's that good.
griffithxjohnson7 March 2024
The cinematic event of this generation. A massive scope, both physically & thematically. Each character is profoundly compelling. Sound design, cinematography & production/costume design are so impressive it makes me cry.

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. The cinematic event of this generation. A massive scope, both physically & thematically. Each character is profoundly compelling. Sound design, cinematography & production/costume design are so impressive it makes me cry.

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. The cinematic event of this generation. A massive scope, both physically & thematically. Each character is profoundly compelling. Sound design, cinematography & production/costume design are so impressive it makes me cry.
10/10
Cinema in its glory.
yehonatanresnick28 February 2024
Dune Part Two is the sequel to the very successful Dune adaptation. The story picks up right where we left off in the first film. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) and Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) unite with the Fremen in their quest to avenge their betrayed family. Paul must prove himself as the so called messiah, the "Lisan al Gaib", to unite the different Fremen colonies and overthrow the emperor out of power. He alongside Chani (Zendaya), a fierce warrior and ambitious love interest, will be tested by the brutality of the desert and even more brutal Harkonnens.

I'll start by saying this surpasses the first film. The depth and weight of the events that are carried out in this sequel are even more intriguing than the first. The first act mainly gives time for Paul and Chani's relationship development. It follows Paul's trials to becoming Fremen (with a particular scene in mind that I won't spoil for you but it involves a sand worm and is one if not my favorite sequence of the entire film). You are also introduced to new characters like the Emperor played by the legendary Christopher Walken and Princess Irulan played by Florence Pugh, who both are excellent in the film. This is only the first act.

The Dune films are brought to life by an ensemble of actors who truly give it their all and portray their characters beautifully. Two performances that stood out for me were Javier Bardem and Austin Butler's "Stilgar" and "Feyd-Rautha". Props to Javier for including here some awesome comedic timing. His subtle nuances give out these wonderful moments for a good laugh, and it works for me so well because it is unexpected. On the other hand, Austin gives this demonic portrayal which gave me a whole new prospective on his cepabilities as an actor, terrifying but amazing.

Each character is further explored and given time to shine. If the first film was more about acknowledging the lore of the Dune universe to the viewers, this film is more about our character's development and arcs.

The score of this film somehow got even better than the first one. So much emotion and love was given here. Furthermore, I recently found out the cinematographer who worked on both Dune films is the same one who worked on films which I love like "The Batman" and "The Creator". Greig Fraser's capture of shots in Dune Part Two will blow your mind. Oscar worthy. The shots that stand out for me are the wide shots. They are glorious. With the mixture of a superb soundtrack by the brilliant Hans Zimmer, the angelic beauty of Greig Fraser's shots and of course the direction of Denis Villeneuve, you are left with a masterpiece.

This film is truly a triumph of cinema. In all honesty, I would love for them to make a third film and conclude this into a trilogy but I am also good with them leaving it the way it is. I am fulfilled by the ending and entertained to my core. What an experience, wow.
10/10
Timothee Chalamet deserves an Oscar for this one.
a_nother_one23 March 2024
2024 film of the year. Saw it twice in the cinema - may see it a third... Amazing acting, music was phenomenal and gave incredible 'Gladiator' vibes, soundtrack is on repeat at home. Scenes that could be deemed as slow were acted so well with beautiful cinematic imagery that it flowed so well. Felt like an hour movie - could have stayed for more. Without giving anything away, the worm scenes are goose-bump worthy throughout. So many moments that could be a favourite that my husband and I talked about them for days after. Absolute masterpiece and I really do hope that Timothee Chalamet wins an Oscar for this one as he really does deserve it.
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1/10
Chalamet cannot act!
I love the Dune books. In fact, I have read all of them..both the ones written by Frank Herbert, and the ones his son wrote after Frank died. I find the Chalamet depiction of Paul Atreides to be shallow, fake, and disappointing.

To put it quite simply, Chalamet cannot act. Every word he mutters rings hollow and shallow.

I am also disappointed with the artistic license taken by the director, in this movie. There is simply nothing wrong with the original story, as written by Frank Herbert. So, why butcher the story with a new interpretation?

At the end of the day I would not recommend this movie version of dune to anyone. You are actually better off to simply read the books.

Message to other reviewers- Calling a "day old" movie a "masterpiece" is simply silly. There is no point of reference to give such a high rating to this movie. Maybe wait a few years- 10 or 20, and then reconsider. Maybe read the books first, and then reconsider.

The warts and pustules on this movie are just as large as the ones on a Harkonnen's backside; and oozing just as much diseased foulness...
10/10
Powerful, visceral filmmaking
Sandy-992 March 2024
This was an utterly fabulous cinematic and spiritual experience. I was drawn into Villeneuve's world by the enormous scale of the design, the undeniable pull of a religious fable, the conviction of the lead players and the power of the sound and visual design.

It's strange how often critics (pro or amateur) think that sound and visuals are somehow a mere adjunct to the story; that celebrity actors must all have something worthy to do (cameos are derided); that the politics of casting must be taken into account; that all old stories must have a modern take to make them relevant.

Cinema IS moving pictures, and whilst sound is not a requirement, even "silent" era classics made good use of music and effects. Story is important, but cinema's unique power is its capacity to move an audience by engaging two of our senses in a most primeval way. Story alone cannot do this.

Admittedly, one's hearing does feel at risk at times, but without the awesome sound design, Dune: Part Two would be diminished. I was emotionally overwhelmed by the power of the movie's visceral delivery. This was not some sentimental response to the tale, but a gut reaction to the physical transmission of the themes of power, corruption, revenge, faith, identity - the spiritual battle of Good and Evil. These were, for me, of greater significance than the mere political struggle between the two Houses and the Emperor., which is, in any case, subordinate to the power wielded by the Benegesserit which the Reverend Mothers themselves recognise is not supreme.

However, if you want to see parallels with contemporary issues such as the problems of living in a post-imperial world, they are still very visible, and the "romance" between Paul and Chani is not a romance at all, burdened as it is with the visions and portents of a Messianic future.

I should add that I am neither a fan of the books, having read barely 100 pages of the first, nor, as an atheist, do I adhere to any religious faith. I am, however, a believer in the power of cinema.
10/10
New Boundaries
Xarx1172 March 2024
I think there are so many things to talk about this movie so let's keep it "simple". This film is absolutely incredible, it's a masterpiece, a work of art. Besides that I think this is also one of the most important films ever made. It accomplishes so much on so many levels. For example, when was the last time we saw a science-fiction movie with masterclass acting, deep characters, perfect cinematography, immaculate sound design (the list could go on...) and that is adapted from a novel?! But more specifically, I believe this film showed us the true power of CGI and how to use it properly. It was nearly invisible and it blended perfectly with the rest of the footage. Denis Villeneuve just took us somewhere no one had never been and it truly is an undescribable experience. He made a perfect use of wide shots, lenses and filters. Adding to that is the immaculate sound design. Hans Zimmer yet again makes an incredible original score and Villeneuve compliments it with the perfect background noises. One thing is for sure though, this is a movie to see in theatre. For me, this was the best theatre experience ever. So if you can go see it I highly recommend to go see it before it leaves to go into streaming.
10/10
Hands down Best Sci/Fi Adaptation!
i_odin17 March 2024
Calling Dune Part 2 a masterpiece will be underselling the movie. Dune Part One establishes the world of Dune and its characters in a befitting manner. Part 2 carries all that built up tension and creates yet another magical experience that is perhaps the best adaptation of the book possible.

Denis Villeneuve is a magician. The way he brings the world to the screen is nothing short of magic. Each scene is a canvas. Each character chiseled with perfect craftsmanship. Each line of screenplay weaves the movie magic. Each action set piece deserves a standing ovation.

And the sound of Dune is an equal compatriot of the stunning visuals that this movie has. Each thumping noise to the whoosing noise of spice in the air bring Arrakis to life.

A movie adaptation that should be watched multiple times.
10/10
Still Dune fine
kosmasp7 March 2024
No pun intended - you may have seen the meme with Joey (of Friends fame), who is asking: How you dune? Well anyone who knows the show/series, knows what is up. Visually stunning and story wise, just amazing. Of course at certain moments it may remind one of Life of Brian and generally speaking of satire. There is also a cringe moment of love - it's almost too sweet what is happening between two main characters.

But the scope is bigger here - the audio is bigger, the sets are bigger ... the worms are bigger too. I have not read the books, but I think Denis does a great job for brining us close to that ... well as clise as possible of course.

If you have not seen it on a big screen yet .. do as long as it is possible. Yes it is almost 3 hours long ... but you won't feel that. You won't have those moments you have from other movies, where you'll be looking at your watch/phone.

This gives us a promise of a third one ... which I assume will cover more of the books. And I will be watching in cimemas too (Imax). Every department works hand in hand and was able to achieve a great movie. Hans Zimmer back for more epic scoring ... let chaos reign I say.
10/10
Hard to find the words.
RJBrez2 March 2024
When the credits rolled on Dune Part Two and I got up to leave, it hit me that I hadn't moved for almost 3 hours. As our attention spans get shorter and shorter, it's damn near impossible to keep someone entertained for that long. Not only did I stay in my seat, but I don't feel like I blinked out of fear that I would miss something. The pace is perfect. It's beautifully shot and edited. The score is amazing. I thoroughly believe that even non Sci Fi fans would enjoy this film. It's a masterpiece. I also wanted to clarify something for others if they wondering. This movie is the very definition of a "part two" instead of a sequel. It finishes the story from part one and completes the first book of the dune series. Hopefully you see it as soon as possible. I also hope we all get to enjoy a 3rd movie in this series.
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10/10
CINEMA at it's peak
swapniludand242 March 2024
Born late to witness Empire Strikes back, too young to understand the hype around return of the king but on time for DUNE part 2.

Dune part 2 is a peak cinematic experience specially in IMAX, From the word go you are stuck into the sand of Arrakis and a faith that messiah will save fremen from the violence of emperor.

Every Sci-Fi movie audience is prepared for the huge visual scenes, battles, action sequence but it happens rarely that dialogues are given this much importance. And that' where Dune part 2 prevails. Dune shows the importance of proper writing, tight screenplay and visuals done right.

Cinematography specially in third act of the movie shows the scale of Greig fraser and that scale is unimaginable. Crisp editing, brilliant score by the Hans Zimmer are cherry on the top.

Rebecca Furguson and Zendaya have given a performance of life time. Javier Burdem's performance as Stalgir seems to be funny in first phase of the movie, A faithful servant of the holy folks told about the messiah but as the movie goes by it slowly converts into the horror and that where Javier Bordem and josh brolin's Act seems legit and strong.

Austin butler is madness, he shown his peak in those entry sequences.

There are no words that are enough to explain the Timothee chalamat as messiah of fremen. Timothee as Paul Atredis is the best casting that has took place. That shift from a hopeful prince to fearful leader of cult is Amazing.

Denis Villineuve is a brilliant director. It's his best work till date.

Dune part 2 deserves so many accolades this year, watch this movie on the largest screen possible. This movie will change the way we have seen CINEMA.
9/10
Unbelievable
katieis-793393 March 2024
This is the best theater experience I've had in a long time, maybe ever. There was an insane amount of hype behind this movie and I think it was worth every bit. Denis really did that. An impossible adaptation.

There were changes from the book but I liked them all. Really smart, creative work-arounds. Breathtaking visuals. Stellar acting. Beautiful music.

Did not feel like 3 hours. Just as with I watched the first movie, it was hitting its third act and I felt I'd only been watching for an hour, I didn't want it to end. I can only imagine what I missed on this first viewing. Easily placed amongst the ranks of greatest sequels of all time.
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10/10
Monumental; the apotheosis of picture-making
TheVictoriousV3 March 2024
Dune: Part Two has been universally hailed as a sequel worthy of Terminator: Judgment Day, The Godfather Part II, and The Empire Strikes Back; a bonafide epic yielding additional comparisons to Ben-Hur and Lawrence of Arabia; a picture that solidifies Denis Villeneuve as one of the modern titans of the art form. Even those who weren't so hot on the first film, finding its characters monotonous and its visuals largely dull, seem to have been thoroughly won over.

And although I enjoyed the visuals and thought there was a purpose to their occasional drabness (imposing brutalist structures towering over nature), the new film indeed cranks the art direction up to eleven, exemplifying some of the most potent visuals in sci-fi history. Although I thought the characters worked fine in the original, in the sequel we're treated to powerhouse newcomers and darker depths to the figures we know -- when critics said "I liked Dune: Part One just fine, but I just can't buy Timothée Chalamet as the hero", readers of the Frank Herbert novel snickered (in Part Two, new fans will see why).

If nothing else, they find that the whole thing feels more complete (recall that the first movie bamboozled many who hadn't a clue it was just "Part One"). Frank Herbert's son, Brian, wrote "When the new movie is combined with Dune: Part One it is by far the best film interpretation of Dune that has ever been done".

Other things that are expanded on and/or elevated include the performances of Zendaya (one of the most expressive and loveable actors of her generation, underused in the prior movie) as Chani, the young Fremen warrior who welcomed Paul Atreides into their camps after the fall of his "House", and Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica, Paul's mother who becomes the "Reverend Mother" of the Fremen, who believe she and Paul are instrumental to a prophecy of a mother and child sent to reclaim Planet Arrakis from oppression -- the Imperial spice-mining colonies that now belong to the vile Harkonnen family. On that note, we also get a better look at the Harkonnen homeworld, whose "black sun" seems to erase all color from it, bar the blackest of black and whitest of white.

This moment is one of many reasons you need to see this in a theater. I cannot stress it enough. These sequences -- from the most thunderous battles and Sandworm rides to the intimate final duel that left my audience at the edge of their seats -- are paralyzing to behold in an auditorium, complete with music and sound design that seem to make the very Earth tremble (then falling dead silent at pivotal moments), all sublimely photographed by "swirly bokeh" extraordinaire Greig Fraser. (It's not often you see a film and just know you're witnessing the creation of "iconic" images.) The action scenes are elevated by impressive choreography and, of course, the performances.

The most intense of the new faces is undoubtedly Austin Butler as Feyd Rautha (that's the Sting character in the 1984 movie, in case you needed the reference), lauded by many as the best villain performance since Anton Chigurh and Ledger's Joker. Additional newcomers include Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, Léa Seydoux as Lady Fenring of the "Bene Gesseret" priestesses, and Christopher Walken as Emperor Shaddam IV.

Returning actors include Javier Bardem as the Fremen leader Stilgar, whose incorrigible fanaticism gets some big laughs; Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck, who is out for Harkonnen blood; Stellan Skarsgård as the revolting Baron Harkonnen; Dave Bautista as The Beast Rabban, who envies the affection the Baron shows toward Feyd; and Charlotte Rampling as the Imperial Reverend Mother, who hatches schemes of her own. Certain characters I've mentioned are given just a few minutes of screen time, yet they all make a considerable impact, from the memorable line reads to the looks that speak even louder, most notably during that final exchange of haunting glances between Paul, Chani, and the Princess.

At the center is Chalamet as Paul "Muad'Dib" Atreides -- a performance that will vindicate his stans and make non-believers hopefully realize not only how formidable he can be, but what he was truly going for in Part One. Chalamet is known for his thin frame and his friendly demeanor; yet, we have absolutely no trouble believing that his Paul would be a master of sparring and a conqueror of Sandworms. As I wrote earlier, those who judged the first movie by how well his story works as a garden-variety "Hero's Journey" are bound to have an "oh" moment or two.

If you're still worried that some of these elements seem lifted from other works, recall that Dune is (likely) an older series than whatever you're thinking of. All the same, even the familiar images feel new here -- epic in scale in a way that cinema hasn't been able to achieve until now. This movie is a close-to-perfect marriage of hitherto unthinkable technology and a crystal-clear vision for said tech to realize. In part, the movie plays as if Villeneuve heard the complaints of the previous film and, as if on a dare, went all the way with his movie magic for the sequel, putting the doubters in their place.

Knowing how the books go, I know this franchise is far from done. And despite how long this film was, I never wanted it to end and still crave more, ergo I'm more than stoked to see what Villeneuve does with the rest of Herbert's legendarium and if audiences keep finding resonance in his version of it. The world of Dune is a uniquely well-realized potential future: intimidatingly immense and outlandish on one hand, and dreadfully convincing on the other, showing that Imperialism and colonialism may be alive and well millennia ahead. (Had this film been made with even less studio interference, the parallels between the Fremens' plight and Palestine may have been even more obvious.)

The story of Dune Messiah still needs to be adapted and I'm confident that, once Villeneuve shows it to us, the same media illiterates who started posting Film Twitter Takes about how Poor Things approves of misogyny once that film came out on digital won't be taking Paul's "White Savior" and Jessica's cultural appropriation at face value -- or so we may hope. An interesting theory from Walter Chaw suggests that the reason so many people keep failing to get the point of Dune -- and Paul Atreides specifically -- is that "colonialism is so embedded in our value system as manifest destiny" that it's straight-up impossible for some of us to interpret a figure like this as anything other than a good guy. Lisan al-Gaib, and all that.
10/10
Fantastic film!
tobydale25 March 2024
Well... Part 2 DEFINITELY delivers on the promise of Part 1. Try to see them close together. This is really one film cut into 2 parts.

There are some quite major deviations from the original Frank Herbert. I am at a loss to explain why the writers have done this - as they didn't need to.

The impact of Dune 2 is as tremendous as the Novels. Acting is excellent, camera work excellent, music superb. The mesmerising quality of the desert planet Arrakis is brilliantly done. This thing is breathtaking, its scale is vast.

Don't listen to anyone who says the Dune films are no good! They are fantastic!
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9/10
Dune: Part Two
jackson_ro25 March 2024
What an epic. Textbook perfect of how a modern day sci-fi should be made. Every scene feels impactful and is a work of art. The politics, character development and cinematography all goes beyond what you expect from a science fiction film, and shows the path of how movies like Star Wars ought to be. Timothee and Zendaya's performance are also top notch. While the first film was a work of art, the second film is the real progression and heart of the film and deserves to be watched in IMAX or better only. The only gripe I have is there are a couple scenes where I am confused by Paul's motivation and his sudden change of heart, I felt that needed further explaining.
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10/10
This is not a movie but a masterpiece. Unfortunately I can't give it more than 10
HellenCD29 February 2024
After I read the amazing reviews I kept my expectations low for not being disappointed. It was blow minding. If this movie won't receive an Oscar for best cinematography The Oscar can be cancelled. All actors are amazing but Timothee deserves an Oscar. After seeing him in Wonka and then in this I think he is the most versatile actor at this time. Same thing about Austin. You won't recognise him here. Zendaya interprets one of the most powerful and badass female characters of all time in the most amazing way and she is perfect. Love her. There is no one bad thing I can say about this movie. But I think we need more kind of these movies. Don't miss it for anything in the world and by the way the IMAX really worth it.
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10/10
Long Live the Fighters
UnderTheScene1 March 2024
Can a sequel surpass the original? YES IT CAN! "Dune: Part Two" delivers in so many ways, making this one of the greatest science fiction films ever. With a runtime of 2 hours and 46 minutes, you can easily see that not a single second was wasted. Sound design was a key factor as it produced such an immersive experience, feeling every single bit of bass in the seats. Visually this film was spectacular thanks to some stunning cinematography. The cast was phenomenal, providing some of their best performances to date and can easily see some Oscar nominations incoming. Especially when it comes to Austin Butler stealing the show taking on the role of Feyd-Rautha, one of the best villain performances in a while. To top that all off, Hans Zimmer continues to prove he is one of the greatest composers of all time with such a powerful and emotional score. "Dune: Part Two" is an easy reminder as to why I love films so much and Denis Villeneuve blessed us with such a beautiful and powerful cinematic experience.
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10/10
A masterpiece the pinnacle of sci-fi cinematography
Naratifan25 March 2024
The perfect sequel to the first movie. I have seen this movie at IMAX as Denis Villeneuve said is made for. The pacing in this movie is perfect you are not rushed in the story, there are no breaks in the narrative of the story, it is very easy to understand, to pick up and to relate to the story. The sound, the cinematography the special effects are something out of this planet, it was the first time for me in years of going to the cinema and feeling amazed about everything it was a shock, good movies still exist, Hollywood just need to leave creative people do their thing. The soundtrack by Hans Zimmer makes the experience even more immersive you feel like you are there. In conclusion, this is the movie of the decade I do not think it will be something else to beat this !
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10/10
"Dune: Part Two" - A Cinematic Odyssey of Love, Revenge, and Cosmic Destiny"
jaysonpajaronvistal1 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two" invites audiences into a mesmerizing narrative universe, mixing the stories of love, revenge, and fate of the main protagonist, Paul Atreides. The film emerged not just as a sequel but as an immersive cinematic experience, marrying the incredible visual and deep narrative. The opening scenes alone show the grandeur element of the movie where the vastness of the desert is captured in wide shots and breathtaking cinematography.

The combination of the talented Denis Villeneuve as the director and Greig Fraser as the cinematographer becomes apparent and results in a visual masterpiece. The imagery is not just a backdrop but a character in its own right, shaping the emotional landscape of the film. One standout scene unfolds when Paul Atreides, played by the exceptional Timotthe Chalamet, confronts the ruins of his ancestral home. That scene alone serves as a poignant visual metaphor for the shattered remains of the legacy that his family built for decades. Chalamet has proven himself to be an actor with depth and serious talent that transcends across the big screen. Chalamet masterfully navigates his character's journey from vulnerability to a determination to reclaim what was lost, setting the tone for the overarching themes of resilience and revenge.

The narration of religion becomes palpable in a pivotal scene where Paul grapples with prophetic visions. The sequence masterfully blends visual effects with Hans Zimmer's haunting and captivating score which creates an atmosphere that is fueled with mysticism. The film effectively balances organized religion with an exploration of mystical elements embedded in Frank Herbert's material. One of the film's most visually arresting moments occurs during a Fremen sandworm hunt. The usage of CGI effects is a testament to the film's commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. As the movie progresses and the characters navigate through the desert terrain, each frame not only showcases the film's technical achievement but also propels the narrative forward, underscoring the symbiotic relationship between spectacle and powerful storytelling.

One of the highlights of the movie is Rebecca Ferguson's portrayal of Lady Jessica which contributes a layer of complexity to the story. In one particular scene where she imparts wisdom to Paul, Ferguson infuses the character with such maternal gravity that adds layers and depth to their relationship. Her nuanced performance coupled with the rich character development, anchor the film in emotional authenticity. Javier Bardem and Dave Bautista also deliver a memorable performance as Stilgar and Rabban, respectively. In a scene where Stilgar confronts Paul about his intentions with the Fremen, Bardem's commanding presence underscores the tension between the native inhabitants and the newcomers. Bautista's Rabban, a brutal enforcer, exudes menace, creating a palpable sense of threat that permeates the narrative.

Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, and Charlotte Rampling, contributed to the film's complex story. With their performances that are convincing and commanding, some scenes featuring their characters added layers to the story which resulted in a web of relationships that enriches the narrative.

The richness of the movie's theme extends to a sequence that explores the balance of romance and broader narrative. As Paul and Chani, played wonderfully by Zendaya, unfold and navigate through their relationship, explore the film's complexities of love amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and impending war. The romance, initially presented as the focal, seamlessly marries with the overarching themes of religion and fate.

The culmination of these narrative threads is evident in climactic battle scenes that pit Fremen against formidable adversaries. The scene choreography of the action sequences, accompanied by the film's impeccable visuals, results in a visceral and intense cinematic experience. The stakes are high, and the film successfully maintains tension without sacrificing its commitment to visual grandeur. The combination of visuals and storytelling is perhaps the most evident in a scene where Paul faces a moral dilemma. The interplay of light and shadow, coupled with Zimmer's evocative score, added the emotional weight of the moment. The film's ability to balance spectacle with substance underscores its place not only as a visual feast but also as a powerhouse in storytelling.

As the film progresses, the story embraces the philosophical underpinnings of Herbert's source material. In a scene where Paul contemplates his role as a potential messiah, the film delves into questions of destiny, free will, and the consequences of wielding immense power. This exploration adds intellectual depth to the narrative, inviting audiences to ponder the implications of Paul's journey. The film's final act also delivers a direct resolution that is both satisfying and open-ended. As Paul fights with the consequences of his choices, the movie leaves room for contemplation. In a scene where Paul confronts the complexities of leadership, Timothee Chalamet's performance captures the weight of his character's innate responsibility.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part Two" transcends the confines of traditional sequels, standing as a testament to the potential of cinema as an art form. The marriage of breathtaking visuals, masterful storytelling, and nuanced performances creates a cinematic experience that resonates on multiple levels. The film's exploration of love, revenge, religion, and destiny unfolds within a visual landscape that is as captivating as it is thought-provoking. Denis Villeneuve's magnum opus, "Dune: Part Two" sets a new standard for cinematic excellence, leaving an enduring legacy in the annals of film history.
10/10
TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET is KING!!!
bhernandez22162 March 2024
So I finally got the chance to watch Dune: Part Two in theaters, and Oh my god, I think some how this movie made history of best sci-fi flick of all time, and it's so cinematic and completely big when you see this movie in IMAX! This movie has made the greatest cinematic achievement that no sci-fi movies has ever gone before, with every best scale that's so huge you will see it to believe it!

I mean, it's basically the same, like the first movie, but there's some moments that give me "Avatar" vibes. But still tho. Timothée Chalamet, did really great job, and Austin Butler nailed his performance, and Zendaya was brilliant! Every single actors for this movie nailed there performances, the acting was quite amazing and the dialogue and the story was EPIC and so DARING and a MASTERPIECE!

Timothée and Austin both killed it in the film, and the 3rd act was fantastic, not gonna say anything tho, but Timothée steals the whole show! Not a bad movie, but definitely better than the first one. And the original for sure! Denis Villeneuve, had made the greatest sci-fi thrilling movie of 2024, and Hans Zimmer did a beautiful job with his composed score 100%!

10/10.
10/10
I watched it on the largest IMAX screen in the world!
Flak364 March 2024
I see some people recommending to watch it on the largest screen possible. I agree with them and that's why I decided to go to the Leonberg IMAX cinema in Germany. The largest IMAX screen worldwide. On top of that, one of the VFX supervisors, Gerd Nefzer was there as a special guest. It was an experience I will never forget. The whole theater was shaking during action scenes with intense sound. And of course the movie itself is a masterpiece. It's also significantly better than the first movie. Dune Part 2 is solid proof that good cinema exists and can continue to exist, if the studio executives can give artists a break and allow the creative freedom necessary for such a result.
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10/10
I didn't think it would live up to the hype, but it did!
koltonbrett24 March 2024
What happens when you give an expert filmmaker like Denis Villeneuve a massive movie budget and a massive amount of talent to work with? You get a massive, powerful movie. I left the theater thinking, "I just saw the movie of the year."

I was aware of the hype going in, but did not expect to personally give Dune: Part 2 a 10/10, but it reminded me of the full potential of cinema. There are many movies that entertain me, but this one was more than simple entertainment... it was an experience. It's not often a movie gives me goosebumps, and I got them multiple times throughout this movie.

I thought to myself while watching, "This is what top-notch movie making looks like." I also thought, "This has got to be the most expensive movie ever made." It's visually out of this world. In a time where streaming movies at home is the most popular way to see a movie, Dune: Part 2 is another reminder of just how special seeing a movie in theater can be. The cinematography and sound alone make this a movie that must be seen in the biggest theater possible.

It's hard to believe without seeing it, but Dune: Part 2 will be counted among the best sequels ever made, best sci-fi films ever made, best literature adaptations ever made, and perhaps best films overall ever made.
7/10
A Superb Narrative That Eventually Loses Rhythm
ian-4791811 March 2024
By Ian Chandler - March 11, 2024

Dune: Part Two is a largely remarkable sci-fi spectacle that benefits greatly from the buildup of its fantastic predecessor. Continuing almost directly after the first part, the film reinvites viewers to the atmospheric, entrancing world of Arrakis in the shoes of Paul, now accompanied with the Fremen. Also complementing the film is the score. This soundtrack, composed by Hans Zimmer, enhances the film's overall mood; even so, it is not a particularly memorable one. The cinematography is one of the picture's greatest highlights, providing stunning visuals that are certainly going to be on display for those 8K televisions on sale. The first act is mysterious and tense. The set pieces and plot points are both otherworldly and eerie. It glues one's eyes to the screen, and refuses to let them go.

Character development is a large focus throughout the film and the world of Arrakis is further explored. Timothee Chalamet is talented in the lead role, giving in convincing emotion without going overboard. Zendaya plays the role of Chani, though her portrayal here is similar to another character she played, Michelle Watson. Several other A-list actors light the screen as well. Austin Butler in particular does a phenomenal job as an incredibly frightening villain. Stellan Skarsgård's talent as the Baron also returns, with the same sinister energy found in the preceding film. The remaining actors do a well job at their roles, but are lacking in screen time to give too much of an impression.

With the above-average acting, the appropriate score, and the exceptional cinematography, the first two hours are excellent! The last thirty minutes, unfortunately, are a weak point. The pacing is thrice in speed and unspecified aspects feel lazier than they should. This was also a problem in its 1965 source material, and it is a shame to see no improvement in the movie released nearly sixty years after. It is no dealbreaker; even so, it does hamper the film's overall quality by no small margin.

Dune: Part Two - 74/100 The film is ambitious, atmospheric, and well-acted, but its third act goes at the speed of a bullet train.
5/10
I want to like "Dune: Part Two" more than I actually do
darkreignn3 March 2024
Back in 2021, at the height of the coronavirus pandemic, HBO Max (now known as simply Max) released Denis Villeneuve's adaption of "Dune" the same day that it was released theatrically. So, I decided to sit down on my couch and give it a watch. Perhaps influenced by the horrendous streaming experience - with constant freezes, bufferings, and drops in quality - I didn't much enjoy "Dune." Cut to March 1, 2024. I planned on seeing "Dune: Part Two" in theatres. Before doing so, in order to refresh my (alcohol-influenced and shockingly poor) recollection, I decided to watch 2021's "Dune" again, this time on 4k Blu-Ray. And even though the viewing experience was far better than the one I had watching it many years ago on HBO Max, to my surprise, my opinion remained the same - "Dune," to me, was a visually stunning but emotionally hollow and surprisingly cold feeling film. Its lack of characterization and flimsy script didn't allow me to invest in the characters as much as I found myself investing in the world building. However, with "Dune: Part Two" on the horizon, I suspended my judgement until I was able to see the complete story that Villeneuve wanted to tell. Now, after watching this second installment, unfortunately, my opinion hasn't wavered.

Denis Villeneuve always crafts a stunning looking and sounding film, and "Dune: Part Two" is no different. Its use of CGI is second to none, with effects so good looking that you'll find yourself forgetting they aren't real. The sense of scale is immense, with vistas, settings, and scenery that will make your breath catch in your throat at the sight of them. Also, a specific black and white sequence is especially striking, and almost had me wishing for a second edit of the film that completely loses all colour. To be sure, "Dune: Part Two" is a visual and auditory fest; and if you're going for that, and only that, you'll have a lot to love here. Where the film falters, however, is in its lack of characterization.

For as gorgeous of a movie as this is, I wish that the script writing and character development was as strong as the visuals. Similar to the issue I had with the first film, "Part Two" continues with characters that are, frankly, flat and dry; this seems to be a trend in Villeneuve's films, so I imagine that these performances were requested by the director. And, in some way, I do understand where he may have been coming from - the world of "Dune" is alien, and might call for appropriately alien performances. So, I get it, but I don't like it. The actors do seem to be making the most out of what the script gives them, with Rebecca Ferguson and Javier Bardem giving standout performances - Javier especially looks like he's having a lot of fun. Timothée Chalamet, an actor that I admire, remains serviceable as Paul Atreides, but undergoes significant tonal shifts in his performance that I found not as believable as I think the filmmakers wanted these shifts to come across.

The characters of the film do deal with some themes I found extremely interesting, themes of religious prophecies, faith, doubt, control and the measures people will take to attain it, and more. In that regard, I enjoyed watching how the characters that inhabit this movie all have differing opinions on the above - some think Paul truly is the one, while others regarding the prophecies as nothing more than tales meant to oppress the masses. It's really quite bold for a mainstream movie to deal with these types of topics; and while I wish Villeneuve pushed things just a bit further, I recognize that a potential third film may be going in the direction that I am hoping for.

"Dune: Part Two" is an achievement, and begs to be seen on the biggest screen possible (or the closest seat possible, if you find yourself watching it not in Imax, but on an ordinary theatre screen, like I did). In terms of visual storytelling, the movie shines, and I imagine many high scores are being influenced by the film's razzle and dazzle. In terms of character development and strong scriptwriting, the movie faltered for me, not offering that emotional anchor necessary to invest me in the characters as much as I was invested in the world. All of that said, the world building at play truly is astounding, and I am hoping for a third installment if nothing else than to immerse myself in the universe that Villeneuve has put to film.
7/10
Amazing Director and Script... but no fun
herrbrett2 March 2024
I know I'm going to get flack for this. I loved the movie, highly entertained the entire time. But it isn't the kind of movie I will want to see over and over. The source material is amazing. The creativity is OFF THE CHARTS. The directing is brilliant and I don't use that word lightly.

But the characters aren't having any fun, and they aren't fun to watch. All of my favorite sci-fi movies have likable characters. Star Wars had Han and Luke and Leigh with a side of Chewy. Terminator 2 had Arnold, and Linda Hamilton. Alien had Sigourney. This movie just leaves you with an overall sense of dread. It's not fun. The characters aren't having any fun, which made me feel like I wasn't having any fun.
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9/10
Hollywood Should keep on Like This!
KFstudios20091 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two" has all the elements to make the amazing cinema experience. When you watch this film, you can really dig into the world, feel it, almost touch it, could I say. It have all of the things we need, tragedy, action, and of course a little bit of humor from time to time. The first film (Dune: Part One) was definitely an overrated average film that I can't say I enjoyed to much. It didn't felt complete, had many lacks and unfinished details in the story, and the action was generally speaking really boring. Now the sequel, was on a way different level, and it's really rare to say that a sequel is better than the original, but in this case it is true. The plot goes straight after the first one, continuing the battle for the injustice of this dark and cruel world. New characters, enemies, secrets to be revealed, and everything has to end with one word: War. I can start to say how much this film feels like reality. In Dune, the people dealing with the problems on their planets, feels exactly how the wars, revolutions and aspects humanity had over centuries. This film couldn't show it any better. Including some real prophecy stuff involved here, I almost felt Timothée Chalamet was the walking Jesus talking for the good, besides that Jesus didn't master martial arts or any fighting technics of some sort🙂 The character development was also a strong part of the plot, and the characters felt much more important to me that before. The first hour of "Dune: Part Two" were Paul Atreides was teached the way of being a Fremen (The Desert People) felt almost to me like "Avatar: The Way of Water" when the forest people had to learn from the water people to survive in the new place. I felt the reference was strong here, but not if it was a bad thing, of course. Now jumping over to the technicals and camera, that I think carried a big part of the film, really the atmosphere. The camera filming, usage of the shadows and light, as well as the very interesting angles, smooth montage, and epic editing with the amazing music score, couldn't have made it more of a cinematic experience. They had some very interesting ideas of showing things, for example a baby inside a mother's stomach, and such graphic illusion of that I have never seen before. The runtime was good, and I didn't really felt bored, I was entertained all the time, and I can't wait to see the sequel: "Dune: Part Three", that will debut after some years. So concluding, yes, you should watch this, it was much better than the first one, and it is an experience you are going to remember!
10/10
Beyond AWESOME! Almost a religious experience!
gp1-38 March 2024
Just saw this in IMAX. Wow, what a well done movie, a terrific rendition of the second half of the book "Dune".

In many ways, the movie is an improvement on the book, making Chani's character a more realistic version of the tough fighter that she was instead of the pliable obedient 1960s era woman in the book. None of that "history will remember us as wives" ending.

The progression of Paul's gradual acceptance of the mantle of the Lisan al-Gaib is also fleshed out better.

Austin Butler stands out in his role as the psychotic Feyd Rautha. The portrayal of the world of Giedi Prime in black and white was terrific.

The sandworms and the sand trout and their connection to the Water of Life were all well done.

Some have criticized Stilgar's transformation from a tough tribal leader into a True Believer, but that was his character arc in the book. Javier Bardem showed this progression well.

The Great Houses refusing to accept Paul's rule at the end, thus triggering a devastating holy war, was another logical change from the book. I had always wondered why the jihad in the book still started when the Great Houses had accepted Paul as Emperor already.

A great movie, destined to be remembered as one of the best sci-fi movies of all time.
10/10
Came here for the one star reviews and not disappointed
CambronMcK4 March 2024
For transparency, I had no intention of writing a review. I read the books and loved the first movie so I had a feeling I'd like the 2nd film. And I loved it. But what really had me wanting to contribute is the 1 star reviews. I love them so much. So much anger and vitriol over a movie. Everything I loved about this move seems to be what they hate. It was long but thick with character development. The fight scenes were there for the plot only and didn't make me fall asleep to 30 mins of cgi superhero action. Instead it furthers the plot. It wasn't action packed but layers of lore and story building.

But the rage from the reviews of slow action, boring characters, "lame" sci-fi makes me laugh and worry. This is epic storytelling, not force fed action. You will have to have an attention span that can focus more than a few minutes at a time. If you can break the cycle of needing non stop stimulation and instead melt into a rich deep story with world building and character arch, you don't be disappointed. Obviously not for everyone but what is. But one of the best film (franchises) I've seen in years. Truly hoping to see the full arch of Paul's story with a 3rd.
5/10
Diverges from the book in all the wrong ways
theryuary1 March 2024
To be succinct, my issue with this movie is that many of the most interesting, clever, and unique story features that makes Dune so iconic were oversimplified and/or completely changed to make a very generic story that does not mirror the book in most any respect. Sitting in the theater, having only just finished my re-reading of Dune the day before, I realized that only about 20% of the movies material were scenes from the novel and even still scene were taken in a completely different context. The characters are simply not the same characters from the novel, but even more than that they are not the same as the first part and that is apparent from their inconsistent motivations. Overall, the movie is not bad. I give it 5 out of 10 because it is a generic, middle of the pack movie. Which is even more upsetting when paired with the knowledge that following the plot of the already established novel would have provided a much higher score. Quite disappointing.
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7/10
Maybe i expected too much
scweedall3 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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Yes, it's good, but is is great?. I absolutely loved the first film and couldn't wait for the second. The landscapes, the cinematography, the costumes all incredible. But it just feels like it was trying too hard, the script was so cheesy at times, I didn't feel any connections to the characters or what they were going through. Chani and Paul's relationship didn't seem believable and it just appeared. There was no build up, and too much comedy (?!!) there were people laughing in the cinema when I went, I didnt go to watch a comedy and the apparent funny bits shoukd have been left out. Maybe there was too much crammed into this second part.
10/10
Long Live The Fighters
bb523661 March 2024
Hands down the best theater experience of my life. I loved Dune Part One so much but Part Two was on another level. Everything was absolutely perfect. I can not find one thing that bothered me whatsoever in this film. You can tell everyone that worked on the film knew they were making something that will be remembered for decades, and it shows.

The acting, set pieces, score and costume design are all as good as it can get. There were many moments where the cgi was so good that I honestly couldn't tell if it was practical or not. I just finished reading the first book before seeing this and while there was a lot of stuff left out or changed, I had no issue with it. Even my father who was not a fan of Part One said this is a great film. I hate using the term masterpiece because it is used so much nowadays but Dune Part Two is monumental masterpiece.
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10/10
Woah
Jeremy_Urquhart29 February 2024
When you find yourself boarding the hype train, you run the risk of raising people's expectations too much. It's a reason I don't often like to give out perfect ratings straight away... but with Dune: Part Two, I can't think of any way it misstepped or let me down. This could be the best epic movie since The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, or at least the most epic to successfully tell a story on this scale in a flawless way. For as good as 2021's Dune was, it just feels like a warm-up compared to Dune: Part Two, which is where things get bolder, more expansive, and much more morally complex. Dune is to Star Wars what Dune: Part Two is to The Empire Strikes Back; a basically perfect sequel to something that was already great, but is taken to new heights with a second installment.

Dune: Part Two is also much better paced than the first movie, which has a lot of set-up to lay out early on, peaks at the end of its second act with a big battle sequence, and then has a slightly strange final act that now feels more like it functions as a prologue to Part Two. Dune: Part Two manages to kind of hit the ground running, but then wisely doesn't try to maintain a sprint all the way. It slows down where it needs to, and then continues to build to a final act that is mind-blowing in scale. I felt like I got goosebumps on my cheeks; I didn't even know you could get that feeling there. I also felt almost light-headed and overwhelmed, but in a good way. Seeing something on this scale pulled off this well comes just a handful of times a decade, if you're lucky.

Timothee Chalamet is given much more to do, returning characters are taken to darker places that somehow feel both inevitable and surprising, the special effects are perfectly done, the new characters are great (Austin Butler comes amazingly close to overdoing it, but I feel like he's just the right level of unhinged), and the score/use of sound is incredible; as good or better than the first. Overall, it really does feel like an improvement across the board, wrapping up the first two movies well while giving some indication as to where things could go. It was a film that was worth the wait. Sorry in advance for adding to the hype, but I think it really was that good.
10/10
Brilliantly continues this highly engaging story without ever once letting up on what made the preceding film so great in the first place
MrDHWong29 February 2024
"Dune: Part Two" is the sequel to the 2021 science fiction film "Dune", based on the 1965 novel of the same name by Frank Herbert. Directed and co-written by Denis Villeneuve ("Incendies", "Prisoners", "Arrival", "Blade Runner 2049") and starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Rebecca Ferguson, it brilliantly continues this highly engaging story without ever once letting up on what made the preceding film so great in the first place.

After the fall of House Atreides at the hands of the House Harkonnen, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) and his mother Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) find themselves joining up with a native Fremen tribe on the desert planet of Arrakis. In an effort to gain the Fremen's trust, the two undergo a series of challenges, with Paul learning their language and taming the large sandworms, and Jessica drinking from the Water of Life to replace the tribe's dying Reverend Mother. Over time, Paul develops feelings for Chani (Zendaya), a young Fremen woman whom he had been seeing in his visions, and the pair start working together to prevent the Harkonnen from harvesting all of the spice on Arrakis. It soon becomes clear that the Harkonnen will stop at nothing to steal all of Arrakis's most prized resource, and while Paul wrestles with his personal emotions, he plans an effective way to stop them before the entire universe itself is placed in mortal danger.

Without any doubt, the 2021 film adaptation of Frank Herbert's first "Dune" novel has proven to be one of the most engrossing science fiction movies to be released in the past few decades. Cleverly alluding to the real-world history of trade, this film takes that very concept and places it into a futuristic outer space setting with the underlying social commentary that hostility between different cultures will always remain a problematic concept. Due to the sheer scale of the story being told, it would be impossible to tell this epic tale within the confines of a single film, which resulted in it being split up into two parts. In this long-awaited second half of the story, the plot continues in an incredibly well-made science fiction masterpiece that retains everything great about the original and more.

Like its predecessor, this film does a fantastic job of captivating its audience within the first ten minutes and maintaining that level of intrigue the entire way through. We watch as Paul and his mother Jessica work together with their new Fremen allies to overcome a potential ambush from a group of Harkonnen soldiers. Rather than attacking the enemies up close, the Fremen are observed sniping them from a safe distance, using their own wits to dispose of them without drawing too much attention to their location. Later, as Paul and Jessica strive for acceptance among the Fremen, we are shown each of the painstaking ways the pair try to exert themselves to win their favour.

Paul's taming of the skyscraper-sized sandworms proves to be a challenging task, but once he masters it, the audience is treated to an incredibly exciting sequence that is certain to leave a lasting impression. This later leads to him bonding with Chani, who admires Paul for his commitment to the right cause and the two start to harbour romantic feelings for each other. On the other hand, Jessica's journey is more of a spiritual one, with her taking on the role of the Fremen's new Reverend Mother. By consuming the mysterious "Water of Life", Jessica gains the ability to hear the memories of all her ancestors, allowing her to become an important figure for both her son and the rest of the Fremen. The two contrasting journeys to enlightenment are balanced perfectly alongside each other, allowing for a necessary emotional undercurrent for the thought-provoking themes scattered throughout the main story.

We also learn more about the Fremen themselves, whose lifestyles were only hinted at in the first film. Far from the uncivilised "rats" that they are labeled as by the Harkonnen, the Fremen are an interesting group of natives who have learned to adapt to the hostile environment of Arrakis and live in harmony with the other dangerous creatures. However, it is also established that there are some disagreements between the Northern and Southern tribes over which lifestyles they should all be following. I interpret this as the film's way of alluding to real world religious disputes over how someone's personal beliefs will always clash with others, which is shown to still be a problem thousands of years in the future.

If the story doesn't invest you right away, then the film's amazing visuals are sure to do the trick. All too often, I see films that use CGI as a way to distract the audience from its faults but here it is all implemented flawlessly as a method of advancing the story forward. I often found myself in awe at the fantastic use of cinematography for even the most trivial of scenes. For example, as a way of showing how small the human presence on Arrakis is compared to the planet itself, there are moments where we see the large building settlements being dwarfed by the size of the huge sand hills in the background. And if that isn't enough to get the point across, the even larger sandworms just might pop up from underground to devour anyone or anything unfortunate enough to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Also, despite being a desert planet, the appearance of Arrakis is never a dull sight. Spice glimmers brightly in the hot sunlight and the film's creative colour palette allow it to effectively reflect the particular mood of a scene that would have otherwise become straining to the eyes. But it's not just Arrakis that is impressive to look at, as there are other locations that brim with visual brilliance as well. The Hardkonnen homeworld of Giedi Prime has noticeable shades of black-and-white that give the planet a militaristic vibe in the vein of a World War II propaganda film, complete with marching soldiers wielding emblematic flags. Additionally, during some sword fights, the film even starts to resemble a classic samurai feature, in particular those by the legendary Akira Kurosawa. Just when I thought I was becoming desensitised to dazzling visual effects, this movie has proven me wrong.

But perhaps the best part about all of this is the film's pacing and editing. Even though it clocks in at a whopping 167 minutes, at no point does the film ever drag or contain any unnecessary filler. Director Denis Villeneuve has masterfully used his skills to combine all of the film's aforementioned strengths into a perfectly paced story that is able to simultaneously wow the audience with its great visuals, immerse them in the atmosphere of a faraway planet, and keep them invested in what happens to each of the characters. One scene where this is prominent is during Paul's attempt to tame a sandworm. Here, Paul places a device into the sand that is used to attract them to his location and waits patiently for one to appear. The suspense of whether or not a sandworm is going to suddenly appear out of the ground without warning is so cleverly done that I could not take my eyes off the screen during this whole sequence. There aren't many filmmakers capable of pulling off a scene like this, but Villeneuve is clearly more than qualified in this particular area of expertise.

As I said about him in the previous film, Timothée Chalamet is perfect in the role of Paul Atreides, whose importance in the story has increased significantly since last time. Watching Paul grow closer to the Fremen through Chani is a solid emotional anchor for his character, and helps him become more sympathetic to the audience. As Paul learns more about the Fremen, the audience is learning along with him, and the film never skimps on the details regarding what he needs to do to win their trust. Even Paul's character arc is more interesting this time around, as we watch him wrestle with his conflicting emotions and the stoic pragmatism he trained for all his life.

Zendaya also stands out as Chani, who has a more prominent supporting role teaching Paul everything he needs to know about her people. Though Chani is more than capable of handling herself in combat, she and Paul nonetheless make a great team together, allowing the two of them to grow closer romantically. Rebecca Ferguson plays a larger role in the story as Lady Jessica, not only as the mother of Paul but also as a new maternal figure among the Fremen. Without revealing any important details, Jessica's character provides an almost supernatural quality to an otherwise grounded story as a result of her consuming the Water of Life.

Much like last time, this second part of the story that began with 2021's "Dune" has found a way to go all out to entertain its audience at every opportunity. It draws you in with its fantastic visuals, keeps you invested in its intriguing plot, and also provides some insightful commentary on the general nature of human behaviour. This film is an epic in every sense of the word; both in scale and narrative. There are still five other "Dune" novels written by Frank Herbert with the potential to be adapted into feature films, so I remain hopeful that this one is not the end. Judging by the success of both this film and its predecessor, there is a bright future ahead of us.

I rate it a very high 9.5/10.
8/10
Worth watching, not praising
Lord-Kerff7 March 2024
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Before you call Dune Part II 'the best Sci-fi movie' or even just a 'masterpiece' try and consider the 5 bullet points I've made below - you might even end up agreeing with some of them ;)

Beforhand let me just point out that the movie was extraordinary beautifully filmed with goosebumpy music added to a dozen of memorable shots, hence the good rating. So yeah, it is a great movie with great acting. It's actually a really good movie. But that has been pointed out by a LOT of people already. Let me tell why this isn't in the 10/10 league.

1. The major problem: Pacing. 2 parts of the movie, which could have been legendary, ended up being rushed: The battle of the Sardaukar and Fremen and Paul's first time riding the Worm-metro.

You don't have to be a criticizer of the movie to admit, that the last fight with Fremen and Sardaukar was so shy of what it could have been. The fremen just sweeps away the emperor's army (I mean come on) in around 10 minutes of screentime. This is what the whole movie leads up to. 10 minutes. And not 10 nail-bittering minutes with an epic battle. Just 10 minutes of one side slaughtering the other. I get that they took them by surprise, but please. It would have added film value to get a tense fight, where you actually wonder whether or not they will succeed. Instead of getting a edge-of-your-seat moment, we got the predictable outcome. It feels like Denis was told to compress the last 1/3 of the film - making it as anticlimactic as possible.

The sandworm-ride did make a good scene, but you don't actually see any training whatsoever. So instead of getting psyched up by him succeeding, you end up thinking; could he do this all the time?

2. Paul's metamorphose to become the chosen one - or rather the absence of it. Why can't this guy admit that there might be something to the prophecy. I get that his humility is what makes him adequate for the part, but because of his continuing denial of the prophecy, we as audience too lose faith in him as the Kwisatz Haderach. Which, just like the incident of him learning to sandworm-ride, makes an unfulfilling, anticlimactic and awkward transition.

3. The weak villains. I was expecting a lot from the villain-side, after Dune 1 where the emperor and baron felt clever and sly. Feyd had a great portrayal in the movie though, but the rest of them seemed frivolous. Seriously, how did the emperor manage to keep his throne for that long, with an army, that with a little surprise, breaks like glass. And Rabban is apparently just a joke despite him actually being sort of scary in Dune 1.

In general the Harkonnens seem off by a lot! They get toyed around on multiple occasions, and we in the audience never actually see them as a threat due to their weak portrayal. (We mostly see them kill poor employees)

4. Chani and Paul had zero romance. Sorry, but it's true. I want to see them as this meant-to-be couple, but we literally only see them bonding a couple of times. I made the assumption that Chani must be bi-polar; the girl is crazy careful and suspicious of other people several times in the movie, but starts a relationship with Paul based on 2-3 scenes with interaction. People on Tinder tend to talk more with each other before jumping into bed than these two.

5. The political aspect - or once again the absence of the same. We hear about these other houses as dangerous and powerful, but where are they? As a viewer who hasn't read the books, I do not have the slightest idea of what these other houses are capable of. This is probably the main reason of the incomplexity of the plot. We don't any political reflections or responses, despite the fact that it must mean a great deal! Without the tangled political game (which I guess is pretty damn important in a world run by houses) the plot becomes predictable on a level which compares to most superhero-movies.

Imagine that we had seen the other houses and their beautiful planets. Now THAT would be sci-fi in its glory!!

Consider that I had so much against the storytelling (which is the fundamental part of a film) yet still gave it 8/10. I'm surely also going to see it in theaters at least one more time. That goes to show how brilliant the cinematography actually was! Worth watching, not praising.
10/10
The new Star Wars of this generation
geekofcinema5 March 2024
What a masterpiece. This is the new Empire Strikes Back for me. Star Wars has and always will be my favorite franchise, then is The Dark Knight Trilogy. Before watching Dune Part One and Dune Part Two, Middle Earth was my third favorite franchise, now I think Dune is my third favorite duology (hoping franchise in a future). I can't wait for more movies of Dune. The ending was speechless. I need moreeeeee!!!!!! Austin Butler was scary as hell as Feyd the new villain. His portrayal was phenomenal as Elvis. And Timothee Challamet as Paul Artreides, was spectacular. The new Anakin Skywalker (the chosen one) aka Darth Vader. This movie is in my Top 5 favorite film in history. It is epic, intense, sometimes dark. It is like Star Wars. If you're a Star Wars fan, you're going to enjoy this film. The fights were epic. The dialogue, acting, cinematography, visual effects, were phenomenal. I've seen it twice in theaters and it's very long but enjoyable, for me the duration of the movie is just 30 minutes. I saw it on IMAX and is a must see on the big screen. Highly recommend this film on IMAX.
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10/10
Dune Part Two has no equal
nordicsoul1 March 2024
Bold statement incoming: the combination of 'Dune Part One' and 'Dune Part Two' has officially become my favorite film adaptation of a book. The profound impact of Frank Herbert's epic 1965 science fiction masterpiece on both literature and religion is not to be overshadowed by Denis Villeneuve's visionary homage. This is the book come to life, and if you appreciate the book, the movie should resonate deeply with you.

I struggle to think of a better-executed sequel; though 'The Empire Strikes Back' and 'The Dark Knight' are certainly in the running, 'Dune Part Two' excels beyond both. Its strength lies in the combination of jaw-dropping world-building, extraordinary acting, and a script that allows the audio-visual experience to unfold effortlessly. 'Dune' is a spiritual journey deeply rooted in Muslim culture and Western Colonialism's quest for natural resources, which is even more relevant today as it was nearly 50 years ago when the book was written (i.e., "The Spice," which always equated to oil in my mind).

Aesthetically, the film has no equal, which is no surprise considering the director's extraordinary track record, including 'Blade Runner 2049', 'Arrival', and 'Sicario', all of which are in my Top 50 films of all time and deserving of a perfect 10/10, along with 'Dune Part One'. 'Dune Part Two' exceeds its predecessor in every way, elevating the story in such climactic fashion that my heart and mind were positively buzzing for a solid 90 minutes. It has no weak link, no tonal inconsistency, and no extended dip in energy or over-explanation in which to lose the viewer. It is a perfect film from my perspective and likely to crack my top 5 all-time (I will reserve final judgment until I can see it in 70mm IMAX next week).
2/10
Dissapointing
born_naughty1 March 2024
Let me be perfectly clear about this: Dune: Part Two is a wonderful film. As epic stories based on a book but condensed for cinema go, it doesn't get much better. Though I've never read any of the books, it's clear many of it's complexities got lost in the transition. It's also clear that this is not a great fit for cinema, if adapted it should be a series.

As big budget blockbusters go it's even more impressive as it's both grandiose but still offers some substance.

The reason for my low score lies in the fact that this is the middle part of something that might never be finished.

The first film was called "Dune: Part One". I knew what I was getting into. The "part one" portion of the title was clear. So I looked it up and when I read that the first book would be divided into two films and the second of those was going to be released in a month or so I decided to watch it. I was still slightly disappointed at just how abruptly the film ended but I was prepared.

The closer I got to the ending of Part Two the more it became apparent something similar was going to happen. And there it was, suddenly the movie ended. I rechecked and indeed I had read it right. Not only was this supposed to be the end of a two-parter but a third movie wasn't announced yet. It's not sure to happen and even if it does, it will be years in the making.

I don't know who to blame for this: Director Denis Villeneuve, Warner Bros., Legendary or someone/thing else but one thing is for sure, this whole franchise and whatever future it has will never see a single cent of my money ever again.
10/10
The desert war is about to begin
gabethedinosaur1 March 2024
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The cast was really incredible. After meeting Austin butler at the Santa Barbara film festival last year 2023 nailed it for playing the barons nephew . Christopher walken as the emperor was so outstanding. Florence phug who I saw at the Santa Barbara film festival playing Princess Irulan and daughter of the emperor was a better character for her than Oppenheimer. The story was good . But after reading the book it was very different. The ending was different in the book . The emperor talks to lady Jessica's daughter to see where her brother is and she knows he was coming and they take her somewhere where they have to find her . Chani stays with Paul and lady Jessica after they kidnap the emperor and his daughter. Paul accepts his marriage to the daughter of the emperor. The sand worms were a big help . But now Paul and his army must travel across the galaxy to start a civil war . Will the war rage on and on . I'm positive it will or won't . Paul must face the ultimate challenge accept the marriage to the daughter of the emperor or come back to chani and make a decision to her. I didn't know the baron was Paul's grandfather and Fayed was Paul's cousin . The book I think mentioned something about that. I'm so shocked and surprised Paul's family is related to the villains in the movie. In the book it's the same thing . The baron is related to Paul's father and I knew in the first movie he was related to the baron . Frank Herbert had so many Easter eggs in dune chapter one and two . In the book same thing.
10/10
The Sci-Fi Masterpeice for Years to Come
samirudesilva28 February 2024
From start to end, the world, this movie is bringing to life will leave your eyes wide open throughout the movie. If you're a Sci-Fi lover, there won't be a second you won't be left in awe. Watching the movie was like going through best moments of your own life, when you think that this is the climax there comes another. The Soundtrack will leave you a heart full of emotions when you leave the theatre. It doesn't fail to deliver the universe it promised.

Dune-I was just the staircase. After you watch this you will be at the platform where the throne sits. Look forward to watch the next movie from the throne!
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10/10
Consider my jaw dropped
Truedutch29 February 2024
I'll try keep this simple so...this is the exact type of movie you go to see on the big screen, just literal jaw drop-age. The scale of this feels so massive and makes you feel so tiny in so many scenes and it blew me away. The effects were so damn brilliant with some of the most stunning visuals you will ever be able to see from a movie. The acting by the entire cast was completely from the top shelf with a special shout-out to Austin Butler, his Feyd-Rautha was perfect and the score oooft, it had me tapping my foot at times. I also swear at some points I could smell the sand that's how immersed I was in this movie.

After watching a couple more lower budget type Sci-fi movies lately that are slightly different Sci-fi genre like Synchronic and Freaks (which I enjoyed both a lot) to then go and watch Dune part 2 and just think yeahhhhh this is a whole other level. I think I saw the budget for the new Gladiator was 310 million and Dune part 2 was 190 million. For this to look just as unbelievably amazing as it did with that budget it makes me think what the hell will they do with Gladiator money?

I've read the book and loved it, I've seen part 1 and 2 and loved them. Some scenes in part 2 in the movie were so much better than imagined from the book. Any Sci-fi lover that doesn't like this movie I'll be shocked. It's an absolute epic of the genre that I think will be hard to top anytime soon if at all. Everyone needs to see this on the big screen and lose yourself on the planet Dune.

Denis Villeneuve has nailed this and might be my favourite creator in the industry at the moment with Nolan. Their tone and styles just extract the unreal I crave from cinema at the moment, hopefully a lot more to come.
8/10
Stay Duned for Part Three
thesar-221 March 2024
The ironic part: I left a movie where characters are encouraged not to cry to save water and it was downpouring as I left the theatre. Bet the sand people are jealous.

I almost didn't/wouldn't see this if not for a friend not only motivating me to (just so we could discuss it,) but also because he bought my ticket. Cha-Ching! And beyond the generous gift, I am VERY grateful because I loved this movie. LOVED it.

The reason I almost didn't see it: I wasn't the biggest fan of the Original. Well, Original Part One from 2021. Actually, make that, I wasn't a fan of the Original Original from 40 years ago either. It wasn't until THIS week where I was explained everything and once I understood it, AND rewatched the 2021 1st part, did I like it.

Don't get me wrong, 2021's Part One was PAINFULLY and CRIMINALLY slow, but since I now understand the plot/character/houses, I really dug it. And Part Two...TWICE as GOOD.

It's nearly 3 hours and yet, FLIES by. So well-paced. I tend to not like 3-hour movies, but recently, they've been very well made so you don't feel the runtime. Examples, besides Dune: Part Two: Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One and Avatar: The Way of Water.

Anyways, Dune: Part Two is obviously the conclusion of the 1st storyline of "The One" to bring balance to the desert planet. It's best to watch Part One first followed by a YouTube video on "What You Need to Know Before Seeing Dune: Part Two." That and have a friend who's into the whole Dune Saga. Once you're educated, these movies totally rock.

I will say one thing that irked me, tho. As well paced as I advised, the last third seemingly felt in fast-forward. SOOO much happens in such a short time that I felt like there may have been time jumps we weren't aware of. And that's too bad. The first two acts flowed so very nicely and then bam! We're hit with basically another whole Part Three, but in under an hour.

Other than that, it would be criminal if this didn't win next year's Oscars for Best Sound, Score, Special Effects and Cinematography. I would throw in an award for Rebecca Ferguson since I'm totally biased. I'm in love with that woman and everything about her.

This truly felt like a real movie-going experience by a genuine movie lover. These are rare these days, so go out and support Hollywood love letters such as this.

***

Final Thoughts: I can't wait now for this to come out so I can spend a nice Saturday afternoon watching this mega long saga all-together.
9/10
"Power over spice is power over all."
gettodamoofies13 March 2024
FILM: 9.0 Denis Villeneuve returns to the world of Dune, affirming his status as an auteur in the process. It's something I always suspected would be the case; he simply hasn't had the opportunity to demonstrate it until now. With Dune: Part Two, he solidifies his position as a master storyteller.

Having laid the expositional groundwork and world-building in the first film, Villeneuve now delves deeper into character development. He expands his palette, intertwining explorations of culture, religion, and politics seamlessly into the narrative while maintaining a brisk pace of action.

Performances across the board are stellar. Timothée Chalamet shows considerable growth, both as an actor and in his portrayal of Paul Atreides. Rebecca Ferguson's expanded role is a welcomed addition, adding a touch of menace. However, it's Javier Bardem's performance that truly shines, infusing the lengthy film with heart and humour.

Villeneuve's direction proves that what was once deemed unfilmable is not only achievable but can be a triumph of filmmaking. The grandeur of the desert landscapes, the intricacies of the political machinations, and the emotional depth of the characters are all brought to life with stunning precision.

My first watch of Dune: Part Two was an immersive and unforgettable experience. Villeneuve's vision, coupled with outstanding performances and breathtaking visuals, creates a cinematic near-masterpiece that transcends its genre. It's a testament to the power of storytelling and solidifies Dune as a modern classic. With its compelling narrative and thought-provoking themes, this film is a must-watch for cinephiles and casual viewers alike.

FORMAT: Cinema

VIDEO: 10.0 4K theatrical presentation Detail level: Excellent Colour reproduction: Excellent Level accuracy: Excellent Encode: Excellent Master condition: Excellent

AUDIO: 10.0 Dolby Atmos theatrical audio Dialogue reproduction: Excellent Soundtrack & effects clarity: Excellent Dynamics: Excellent Surround sound presentation: Excellent LFE content: Excellent

MOOFIEMETER: 9.0.
10/10
Sci fi movies may have just peaked
judealexharnett3 March 2024
Dune one was great, it had everything you really wanted in a sci fi and couldn't really have gotten much better. Dune 2 completely blows it out of the water. This movie does absolutely everything better. Maybe my favourite part of the movie, the soundtrack was phenomenal. It might very well be hans zimmers best.

Fantastic preformances from the entire A list cast. Timothee chalamet proves yet again what a versatile actor he is, undoubtedly one of the best of the next generation. But the star preformance of the movie was definitely Austin butler. The cinematography was breathtaking even for Denis vilneuve. It wouldn't be ridiculous to say this might be the best sci fi ever. 10/10.
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10/10
A masterpiece in every aspect
aeneaskokkelmans29 February 2024
Dune: part two is the continuation of the already excellent Dune: part one, and I'm so happy to say that this movie is insane. I really think this movie is amazing in every aspect.

Starting with the world building, this was my favorite aspect from the first movie, and this movie builds further on that in such excellence, and in combination with the astounding cinematography I really felt like I was there on arrakis. You will learn much more about the freman and their ways of life which is fascinating. I'm still in shock and I want to go back.

All the performance are also so good. The story builds further on all the old characters who are fleshed out even more with new complex layers to them and the new characters who are also all great, especially Austin Butler! His performance makes his character truely scary, such a good villain. Timothee Chalamet is also great is this movie and really shows the complex things Paul is going thru this movie, which was really cool and even scary sometimes to see unfold. The same goes for all the other actors, I just can't say there was a lesser performance, everyone really gave there all and it shows!

Also, the score is (again) incredibly good! Hans Zimmer also builds upon the music he made for the first movie, which results in an even better score which also elevates the movie to an even higher level.

In conclusion, this movie is a masterpiece, it starts slower, but that's a good thing. It needs that, so in that way everything keeps building upon each other which eventually explodes in one of the best climaxes I have ever seen! I'm really still in awe, and I could keep talking about how great everything is, but believe me, just watch the movie. Go to the biggest screen you can find and watch it. You will be blown away, this is really one of the best films of the generation. Thank you, Dennis Villeneuve and everyone who worked on this movie, and I'll eagerly be waiting for Dune: Messiah!

Long live the fighters!

100/100.
10/10
Just Great!
atulverma-694918 March 2024
Cinematography is next level. The desert, the colors in every scene capture the mood so well. World building is good and we are introduced with new concepts bit by bit. Especially liked the intensity by Rutha.

The action scenes are well scripted. The protagonist looks vulnerable and is not like a usual action hero/savior of the world. CHemistry is great between female and male lead. Some funny moments as well, Javier bardem looks great in appearance and acting.

Even though the movie is long, one is looking forward to whats about to happen next. In the same league as part 1. Looking forward to next one.
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10/10
Take me to Dune
films_films_films2 March 2024
What an intense ride this movie was! The story along the world building, acting and score drew me in from minute 1. This is what I loved about the first one and this is what I loved about this sequel! I would even say that this sequel was even more intense, more epic than the first one.

Denis Villeneuve already has proven to me that he is a great SciFi director with Blade Runner: 2049 and Arrival but with Dune he shows that he is one of the greatest for me!

If you liked Dune or SciFi in general, I think you have to watch this movie! I went to the biggest IMAX-screen in the world (Leonberg, Germany) and can only highly recommend to watch this movie on the biggest screen possible. This definitely is no movie you want to miss in cinema and have to watch at home!
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9/10
its a SPICy treat for your appetite
Rajit_thebingewatcher11 March 2024
Dune 2 provides you a visual spectacle and makes you believe that anything is possible to watch on IMAX screens. The spectrum is broader compared to the Dune 1 which mostly focused on character establishment. Almost all shots are a treat to watch, royal in a sense. It doesn't remain the war of spice it goes beyond it and touches the holy water, the prophecies , the religion science controversy and what not. In fact whatever happening in this modern world in 21st century it touches. Non book readers also can enjoy and predict that this franchise is going to last long long time and with lot of spinoffs , TV series and what nots. If you have to choose one movie to watch in theater from last 6 months this is the one .
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10/10
Breathtaking - A Work of Art
TRIDENT17452 March 2024
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Having read the books, and being a huge fan of the first movie, I walked into the cinema expecting a masterpiece. I walked out feeling exactly that. Amazing cinematography, score and stunning performances. Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya and Rebecca Ferguson deserve Oscars.

The scenes shot in IR are some of the best cinematography to exist, period. Dune: Part Two captures the essence of the book, and elevates it to an art form that is beautiful, terrifying and utterly breathtaking.

There were scenes where the raw power of the film and score led me to tears. This movie deserves Best Picture, and so much more.

However, I do have a few gripes. Firstly, the relationship between Paul and Chani was one of calm and trust in the book. Here, it was one of doubt and mistrust. That is a bit sad to see, although it does add significant tension into the relationship, which may become a pivot point in the future.

Also, many scenes were omitted, particularly for length decisions. However, not getting to see Hawat, or the decadence of House Corrino and the Golden Line Throne was a bit of a shame.

That said, Dune: Part 2 is a work of art. I will be watching this film again and again. It is a reminder of what can be achieved when pure passion and love is dedicated into a rich, complex and beautiful source material.
7/10
Thanos Vs Drax II: A little perspective...
alibabs1237 March 2024
Okay, so let's just reign in this 'hype-train'... Now my rating is probably closer to an 8 (which in the way I rate movies on here, is very, very good) but I feel I just need to help settle down this average that is being blown all out of proportion. Don't get me wrong this movie looks and sounds incredible, but that is where the "incredible" ends. There are many sound bites and quotes flying around, which we all know are hand-picked or even 'funded' by the studio, that are going to lead you to believe this is the greatest film of all time...(It isn't). Or that Austin Butler has delivered us one of the greatest movie villains of all time...(He hasn't). These are merely part of the sales pitch. Unfortunately, when you deal with a project such as this that already has a massive following from the books there is no middle ground. The fans will destroy the movie or hail it as the greatest adaptation of all time. These fans, that hold the books in such high regard, feel a sense of ownership, as if they are trying to tell the world "You see, we were right. You all called us nerds or geeks but now look...." And they will shout longer and louder until everyone else agrees.

Like I said, this is a very good movie, but it is merely the middle.. (spoiler alert, there's gonna be another one!) Now unlike maybe The Dark Knight or Empire Strikes back, I don't know if this is something you would just watch randomly a few years on from now. You would have to set aside the time to make a dedicated effort to watch the whole saga. Which for me, removes it from the 'great movie' conversation.

A truly great movie should be something you can watch at the drop of a hat, something you can switch on halfway through and be instantly enthralled because you've seen them so many times. I just see that with this movie. Oppenheimer was the same. A fantastic film, but are you gonna stick it on when you've got a few hours to kill, while you wait for your solicitor to get back to you with the news of how much of your pension your soon-to-be ex wife wants in the divorce settlement...? No. You're gonna grab Flight of The Navigator off of the DVD shelf or City Slickers.

I digress. In a nutshell - Great visuals, incredible sound, some good performances although a missed opportunity with Butler's "greatest movie villain of all time". Pacing was a bit all over the place at times but overall a more than worthwhile next part to the story. I hope the next part (whether it's the final part or not) delivers too.
10/10
The type of movie I would go watch in theaters but not a true adaptation.
yannickroelands2 March 2024
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Souheila Yacoub truly stood out to me in this movie for some reason. Though her role wasn't extensive, whenever she shared the screen with Zendaya, she captured my attention effortlessly. The power emanating from her face, her eyes, her grin was undeniable. Her transformation from unbeliever to believer was portrayed with such depth. I couldn't help but shed a tear when her character passed away in the movie.

I was personally happy after having a barren desert of senseless movies to finally have something to look forward to. But I must admit that after rereading the books, the timeline has changed a lot. This is not a true adaptation of those books, be aware of that.

Dune: Messiah will show whether or not he will be faithful to the books or whether he will change the story completely.

There are problems: Christopher walken is really miscast as the emperor, the emperor is not weak, he is a politically savage animal. Chani is a strong female, she accepts paul is stronger (female and males are not equal). She accepts their culture is a culture of need and not wants, she is not even mad when paul takes the daughter's hand(this is only political not emotiona, you will have my name and nothing else). Stilgar is not a religious zealot. There is no change between the northren fremen and the southern ones, yes there are more zealous ones. Paul inherits Janis's wife and spouse.
10/10
This is what a BLOCKBUSTER should be
kevinfaftine2 March 2024
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Seriously find yourself a friend that believes in you and hyped you up like Stilgar does to Paul.

Having rewatched the part 1 just yesterday, Part 2 is a step up of everything it's predecessor had to offer.

Timothee Chalamet is brilliant, he seriously stepped up, his portrayal from a guy who just wants to fight for his people to embracing his messiah destiny is perfect,Zendaya is absolutely phenomenal her character is the most interesting in the whole movie.

Rebecca Ferguson is Masterful she becomes terrifying, Javier Bardem is a fantastic hyphenated and Austin Butler as the maniacal Feyd-Rautha is amazing, I just wish we could have seen more from him.

Hans Zimmer simply can't miss, his score his simply amazing. It's brings this space epic into a whole new bigger scale than the first, I'm no Lisan Al-Gaib, but I see another Academy Award in his future.

Greig Frasers visuals are fantastic, this movie is gorgeous some of the images deserve their own portrait, it just does the most to tell a story without anyone saying anything.

Visual Effects in a much bigger scale and they nailed it, I already loved them in the first, but I don't know how they actually outdid themselves with this one.

Dennis Villenueve has written himself in history books with this space epic, this is what it should feel going into the theatre for a blockbuster. Love the choices he made, there's this parallel I noticed and adored, in the beggining of the movie when Paul and his mother arrive in Fremen city they are surrounded by Fremen who hate thee since he killed one of their own, but as he accepts he is Lisan Al-Gaib he's walking through the Fremen who love him and worship him. It was beautiful.

The hype is real, go watch this movie, support it, we want more of this, we NEED more of this.
8/10
Really good movie, okay book movie
lblazerbauru1 March 2024
Dune Part 2 as a film by itself was incredible. The vfx were amazing. The plot was really good. The acting was stellar. The cinematography. Everything was really well done.

However, after about and hour and a half into the film, some major changes from the book started to become clear and egregious. As someone who read the book, I was quite disappointed by some of these changes.

However, for anyone who has not read the book, this film should be an amazing experience and story.

Despite my grievances, this movies was still incredible. I would recommend this film to those who read the book as well, just watch it expecting some relatively sizable changes. Really good movie, especially in theater. It was not, however, as good as the first film.
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10/10
The perfect sequel.
swatibcharan3 March 2024
To see a successor so good that it almost outshine it's predecessor is rare. Last time I saw this happen was with the Dark knight. I don't want it to be another dark knight because I want Dune 3 to ascend even beyond this but the bar is set just too high.

Through the movie characters are given more depth, new ones are introduced there motivations are shown, and yet we cannot simply say who to root for. All characters have their own sets of dynamics and even the simplest of lines in part 1 are given a grand entry in part 2. The visionary director once again succeeded in providing some new breathtaking visuals and too see Hans Zimmer give another great musical is just the cherry on top you need.

Overall it's a great movie and a great successor to Dune 1. The scale is set too high but I know the director will have something new waiting for us in part 3 as well.
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10/10
Sophisticated Sci-Fi at its best!!!
calummacleod-513102 March 2024
What a stunning piece of cinema. If you could create a new genre named 'sophisticated Sci-Fi' then this would be top of the rankings.

After Dune Part One, I was hopeful, expectant but a little apprehensive as to what was coming next. Despite the incredible cinematography, the first film was quite slow going and convoluted in setting up the premise. However, I needn't have worried as part two was a much simpler premise setting up the Paul Atreides' revenge story, but also gave so much action, drama and moment of pure tension. Austin Butler's psychotic portrayal of Feyd-Rautha stole the show but there were also excellent turns from Chalamet, Zendaya and the who's who of Hollywood.

What is clear is that Villeneuve does scale better than any of his peers, and when the worms take front and centre in some of the biggest scenes, he showsbwhynhe is a master of his art. It really is a film that deserves to be on the big screen and showed once more why we should savour our cinemas before it's too late.
10/10
What a Trip! Brilliant-Intelligent Sci-fi!
bbevis-479541 March 2024
Dune 2 lives up to the hype. Each act in Dune 2 is engrossing, and the third act in particular was brilliant. The performances are perfect across the board. Dune 2 is one of those movies you see In a theater every few years that reaffirms your love for movies. Everything in Dune 2 fits right in place. It reminds me of watching the Lord of the Rings trilogy; being absolutely riveted throughout each entry and eagerly anticipating the next film. If they make a Dune Part 3 it could very well be The Return of The King of Sci-fi. It's in my humble opinion that Dune 2 ranks as one of the best cinematic experiences of my life.
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10/10
More of this, please!
tibby_232 March 2024
What a movie! One of the best I have ever seen! It was all I wanted and more. The visuals, the sound, the acting, the dialogue - they are all at their highest. Absolutely spectacular!

I strongly recommend seeing it in a cinema. The movie is great, but the cinema experience amplifies that grateness.

I know the source material was really good to start with, but the way the director captured the storyline, built the characters and delivered it all to the audience, is simply a masterpiece.

I think the pace of the movie was perfect. Slow at the times we wanted to savor the moments, fast enough through the rest, and constantly intense.

And even though we are introduced to quite a bunch of new characters, they are all given enough time for the audience to understand who they are and what is their role in the story.

More of this, please!
6/10
Good, but slow, first half that rushes into a failed overly fast second Warning: Spoilers
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Having first been introduced by my dad to Arrakis via the 1984 movie, followed by my reading the books, then watching the extended TV version of the David Lynch cinema tale when it became available on DVD, and also the Sci-Fi mini series on release, I very much enjoyed the first film.

The changes, though a couple of omissions were disappointing, made sense for setting up future instalments and also helped carry the story forwards in a more theatrical manner. I was therefore looking forward to seeing this film.

As we approached the end of the first half of the film, and we got to see Feyd-Rautha in the arena- followed up by Lady Fenring's seduction no less, I thought to myself "I wish my dad had been here to see this. He'd have loved it.". And then we got the second half of the film, and I immediately took back that thought.

He'd have been mad as hell!

Where the first film set up better avenues for the plot to go into future book adaptations than Herbert did (he hadn't planned on there being sequels at the time), and made certain things flow better and seem more logical to the casual viewer, instead the second movie does the complete opposite. Subtle allusions to the dangers of playing with prophecy were already being wielded too heavily in the first half of this, but by the second Paul's entire character- and that of Chani too- are being changed wholesale for the sake of that heavy handed use being turned to utter sledge hammer.

Meanwhile, drastic changes to the plot not only remove some of the most iconic lines in the book (eg 'Usul, we have wormsign the likes even god has never seen before', 'I remember your gom jabbar, now you remember mine', etc), but threaten to totally derail the main story beats of Dune Messiah- the next book in the series- along with important elements in later ones too.

Instead of Alia being born, and surprising all present in the court by delivering Paul's message to Emperor Shaddam IV (when he comes to Arrakis after several years of disrupted spice production) despite being just a few years old, the plot is accelerated to all conclude before her birth . Instead his identity is revealed in a letter sent to Corrino.

Good grief. Does no one in this universe fully understand the concept of spies? Constantly telling secrets in front of staff and servants in this film, when they made a big deal of not even having a 'pet' in the room for any such discussion in the previous one, is just a terrible movie trope. Even if every single one could be totally trusted (and they know that even Imperial Conditioning can be broken, cos they've done it), that seal on the wax of that message's cylinder would have been recognised by the courier- and most importantly the Guild workers who are required to transport him between solar systems.

As for the Guild and the importance of The Spice Melange, well despite being central to the very plot of the entire book series, and theoretically this film too, their importance is conspicuously downplayed- except when it isn't of course.

In the books, and the Sc-Fi channel adaptation was sensible enough to include this, Paul works out how to create a chain reaction of poison that would end spice production on Arrakis. The mere threat of doing this is enough to bring the guild, and as a result all the noble houses, in line.

THIS is how the crusade spreads amongst the stars! Not a couple of million Fremen assaulting a bunch of ships and hoping to take on an entire galaxy. They'd lose. In minutes. If the main vessels didn't simply fold space away from orbit, the stolen landers would be lasered out of the sky in the same way the film showed us the taking down of spice harvesters about an hour earlier. What, did Denis forget he had that in his film?

The crusade is supposed to spread by the fact that Muad'Dib ended both the imperial line and the dominance of the guild with little more than the threat of giving a command all knew his followers would obey.

And speaking of that threat, in the film this is instead made with the potential use of atomics. Yet said threat is ignored by the Landsraad, and not carried out when they 'call his bluff'. The trouble is, it wasn't a bluff in the book! He challenges the navigators to look into the future, where they see him do it. Not only is this classic part lacking in the film, so is his challenge to the Bene Gesserit order: 'Look into that place where women dare not look. You will see me, staring back at you!'.

Meanwhile, the death of Paul and Chani's first son at the hands of the Sardaukar is totally absent, as they have had no time to have any children at all in this overt rush to the conclusion (did Denis get the same itch Beniof and Weiss did for GoT?). This omissions would be excusable, but now they may never be parents as the film ends with Chani leaving and apparently now hating Paul. What's going on here? Is Paul now going to have the twins Leto II and Ghanima with Irulan?

But that missing time elapse is important to plot and continuity. The first film established how much spice reserves Baron Harkonnen had, and as a result any disruption to the flow could be kept secret from the other houses for some time. Yet instead Villeneuve doubles down on this plot hole, by having Feyd get the spice production back on track. This doesn't happen in the books, for a reason!

The first successful assault on a sietch (ie taking the Fremen on in their own home) doesn't occur until the Emperor unleashes his Sardaukar on Tabr, to which he notes to the Baron that his elite could barely best the women, the old, and the infirm, as the warriors were away at the time. Having the Harkonnen attack the northern Fremen strongholds and drive them away would have revealed just how many of them there were in the North- which is vastly more than their intelligence network believed. As stated in the first movie. If this was revealed to them, why were they not questioning their other assumptions? We can only assume it is because they have decided to suddenly make the bad guys dumb, so that the next bit of altered plot can take place.

Finally we come to the action sequences of the 2nd half.

Whilst they look good, they also suffer from 'the Hollywood treatment'. Paul now leads infantry running along the ground towards an enemy also running along the ground. This was literally the biggest complaint most people had about the battles from the first movie, and its an order of magnitude sillier when the Fremen have access to Sandworms, which they are riding in from one of the other flanks. Speaking of which, where the hell did they disappear to halfway through the battle?

The Sardaukar are treated like The Golden Company in season 8 of GoT. They are all brought to one place, with none in reserve, and get wiped out with virtually no resistance to speak of. Off screen for the most part. Was that to save on screen time?

This would literally be the daftest thing for the Emperor to do (put them all in one place that is), as fear of his elite troops is one of the ways in which he maintains his rule. All planet side somewhere they are unused to and utterly at the mercy of the Guild should they decide not to move their space ships? It would make about as much sense as the US putting every ship of every fleet in Hong Kong harbour, whilst the entire rest of the US military was deployed in HK itself, just because the president was visiting. Dumb. Just like the second half of this film.
10/10
Bye bye MCU, Adios DC....THIS is a proper film
Just got back from the cinema after watching this masterpiece. This and the first part are the only two films I've paid the mortgage to go and see in a large screen and they absolutely need and deserve to be seen. This takes all of the expectations I had from the first part of Dune and exceeded them ten-fold. There are some decisions made by Denis Villeneuve which are so jaw droppingly exquisite I'm not sure exactly how his announced rendition of Dune Messiah is going to have any room left to improve upon this. This is a beautiful beautiful film which builds on itself, and special mention must go to the sound design which literally shook my seat in the cinema. Perfect.
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10/10
Beautiful and Dark
dpdaniel-958031 March 2024
I watched Dune 2 expecting a continuation of the interesting first part, but I left the theater in awe and noticed others leaving equally mesmerized and amazed. The film is a masterpiece. Visually stunning, with a compelling story featuring well-developed characters and excellent performances.

While the first film follows the "hero's journey" as we all know it, it left a taste of "more of the same." Dune 2, on the other hand, while still using this storytelling method, twists it in a way that washes away the slight taste of cliché from the first film. And the director executes this spectacularly. It's a "must-watch" for any sci-fi fan and undoubtedly one of the best in the genre of all time.

Today, I was impressed in the best possible way. What a happy day.
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8/10
This is all of my business!
OnlyAtJMart10 March 2024
While I enjoyed the first Dune very much, I prefer part 2 (the second half of the first book). While the source material is almost 60 years old, the notion of using "prophecy" as a means to control the masses, is as relevant today as it was then. I really like book adaptations where it's clear that the director is passionate and respectful of the source material. It's no secret the Villeneuve has loved Dune and planned on making his own version before he even made a movie. He even did Arrival and Blade Runner 2049 first, as to have the experience making sci-fi movies, so he felt adequately prepared to tackle Dune. It's too bad that he will not be adapting any more Dune books after Messiah. If you thought that Dune was still "boring" as I've heard some say, maybe sagas that are allegories for morals, religion and politics, aren't for you.
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10/10
🏆 Masterful Direction and Rich Narrative Storytelling. Such Craft on Display 🔮
Just Got out of a Dolby Cinema Screening of Dune: Part 2.

It's Cinematic Treasure.

That Black & White Segment was Such an Experience.

And that Scene Between Feyd Rautha and Margot Fenring was So Good. The Atmosphere was Brilliant in that scene and I Loved the Sound in that Scene.

This is a Review of the Film.

Let's Start With the Performances.

1. Rebecca Ferguson - Lady Jessica. Rebecca was and is Always on top of her Game, Great Performance.

2. Timothy Chalamet - Paul Atreides. He's Very Good and has this Speech in the 3rd act to the Southern and he's Firing on all Cylinders In that Speech. He was Hitting at a high Level. A Stand Out Moment From Him.

3. Zendaya - Chani. Zendaya Expands more in this Performance as she was in Very Little of Dune Part 1. She had an Excellent Narrative Purpose too in a Certain Scene.

4. Lea Seydoux - Margot Fenring, Outstanding Performance. Such a Good Segment with Feyd Rautha, in Dolby Cinema, this Segments' Sound was Amazing.

5. Austin Butler - Feyd Rautha, Brutal Performance by him.

6. Florence Pugh - Princess Irulan, she was good, I wanted to see a bit more of her though.

7. Christopher Walken - Shaddam IV, disappointing. Maybe we will see more of him in The 3RD.

8. Javier Bardem - Stilgar, Excellent Performance.

9. Stellan Skarsgard - Baron Harkonnen, Josh Brolin - Gurney, Dave Bautista - Rabban Harkonnen. All are Good.

🎬 The Direction and Vision, on top of the Performances, the Moments that needed to be Dramatic were executed Effectively, and the Moments that Needed to be Strong, were indeed so.

🏅Dunes Lore is So Rich and the World Building and Everything it Contains is Very Interesting. That Silver Ball Ship Looked Amazing. And there's Multiple other Bits of the Lore that are Great to see at play.

📜 A Narrative That is Constantly Flowing and on the Move, it's so Good.

💐 The Visuals are Stunning to Watch at Times.

💥 The Action Scenes and Worm Riding were Loud and Bustling.

🎵 The Score by Hans Zimmer Fits the Film Perfectly.

Overall, Another Rich Entry in this Soon to Be Trilogy.
8/10
Superb
ethanbresnett15 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve does it again, delivering a sci-fi spectacle that has to be watched on the big screen.

Picking up where we left off in Part One, we follow Paul Atreides as he continues his quest for revenge against the Harkonnens, joining forces with the Fremen to free Arrakis.

Suffice to say the story is incredibly solid. It feels a bit more energetic and propulsive than part one, by virtue of the fact that it entails the business end of the story rather than the initial set up. Saying that there are plenty of new characters that arrive on the scene and really light things up.

Notably these are played by Austin Butler and Florence Pugh, the former of which really loses himself in the role and is magnetic when on screen. In fact all of the cast are brilliant. It's truly one of the most insanely talented casts assembled in cinema, so this is no surprise.

But really this film is all about the cinematic experience, which is delivered through the stunning visuals and deafening sound that needs to be experienced in the theatre. Villeneuve has constructed a rich and engaging and absorbing world that he has beautifully captured and presented.

Simply put Dune Part Two is a magnificent film to experience in every conceivable way.
10/10
It's good
sentient-7452812 March 2024
The film ends in a different way compared to the book. Frank Herbert didn't want to portray Paul as a hero, but the anti-hero. And that's exactly what this film does with the altered end. Paul simply goes too far.

There are bits which are rushed, but in general it has a nice pacing, the characters are believable, the actors are very good, and there's not a single moment in this film that made me feel bored or tired. It's an engaging experience from beginning to end.

The way the story is laid out also doesn't patronise the viewer and doesn't dumb down the plot, which I like.

There's no woke agenda here, no inclusivity pandering, no mischaracterised masculinity, no politics besides the one that's part of the Dune universe. It's a plain, good old-fashioned science fiction story with a healthy dose of drama.

Best film I've seen this year, and one of the best I've seen in many years.
9/10
A stunning sci-fi achievement
"Dune:Part Two" is actually sci-fi at its finest. It has great world building, many world building lores, so many new rules and places to explore. The fundamental things that build this world have their counterparts in our own and that is what grounds this story and helps us find the allegory in it. Dennis Villeneuve has crafted a beautiful and awe-inspiring movie. There are some very beautiful and cinematic scenes, some epic scenes and so much craftsmanship in this movie. Chalamet proves that he is a real Hollywood protagonist, he can command an epic scale film. The entire cast is having fun with their parts, they are all very good at what their doing. This entire movie plays with the thematics of religion and Messiahs arriving to save the wretched. So many visual queues and so many powerful scenes enhance this way of viewing the movie. "Dune: Part Two" works for me wonderfully in the continuity of the lore from the first movie, but it sure has its own thematics. It is an epic scale sci-fi movie and a high fantasy world, but its strength lies in the ways everything relates to our world. It's a stunning achievement.
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10/10
I've always been bitter that I didn't see LOTR in theaters
johnclarkmcdonald28 February 2024
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This is the Lord of the Rings movie that people my age missed out on. This was a passion project for Denis Villenueve, and it shows.

If you're looking for a casual movie experience that is easy to digest, this is not the movie for you. This movie, just like the first one, doesn't spoon feed you anything. It requires attention and application to be fully appreciated. Luckily, it's a really easy movie to pay attention to because of how intense and epic it is.

Some of the changes that were made from the book were a little disappointing to me, but they were clearly necessary and I could tell that they were made with love and a true and deep understanding of the source material. Making a book-accurate Alia had the potential to ruin the tone of the entire movie. Also, even though I think baby Leto's death would have packed a powerful punch and been helpful to inform Paul's choices, it was rendered impossible with the decision to condense the timeline. After watching it, I honestly don't think that it could have been done much better than it was.
10/10
Absolutely Superb
jostenson-744322 March 2024
A cinematic experience of the highest order. I've been awaiting this film and was hoping that it was worth waiting for. Well it was and I'd go so far as to say it surpasses the first instalment and I really didn't think that would be possible.

Everything here is masterfully done, the writing, music, costumes, sets and acting are top notch. Obviously things are moving a lot quicker than they do in the books but it doesn't detract at all from what is one of the best films I've seen in a very long tim

I cannot wait now for the next instalment, hopefully creating a new trilogy on a par with TLOTR. Well done everyone involved.
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8/10
Great sequel to the first film
Polotovar17 March 2024
A lot more desert sequences and a bit more action, but I wouldn't say there was too much of it. There was also a lot of room for story scenes. I enjoyed a lot the first half of the movie where the story continued, as the first movie ended pretty open-ended. So I was glad it picked up nicely here. But when it took on a different dimension was about halfway through the film. The first one was that it picked up from the previous film and there was some action here and there and that was something to watch. I enjoyed it. I'm sure Hans Zimmer's music helped a lot. It made some of the scenes a lot better. From the second half onwards it was more story driven. Closing what was at the end of the first part and just moving on with a new bad guy. Towards the end it started to get more interesting with the plot. There was a reveal that I won't spoil, but I was pleasantly surprised. All of this was, of course, really nice to watch. Beautiful locations. I believe it must have been a blast in IMAX, but I still enjoyed it very much and don't regret spending the money for Dolby Atmos here. In short, I would say the first half is such a closure of the open one and from the second a deeper story, which still spices up the action with great music. For me a hit. I'm not as done with it though as most people I see rating this way. Anyway, I liked it a lot and I definitely want to go see the next installment to find out how the story goes, but mostly because of the nice spectacle with the deluxe soundtrack. This is one of those movies that are great in the cinema.
10/10
Syfy Excellence!!!!!
kcarter-230063 March 2024
As a fan of syfy and basically read Herbert's books and his sons prequels and continued stories of Dune. This 2nd film far exceeded my imagination!! Granted the original Lynch film is STILL a cult for Dune. This adaptation is noted as grand, well written script, beautifully done cinematography; also the development of dialogue construction is sheer perfection and adding performance of the actors. How does a underdog become the hero and messiah of a planet? By going deep into character and emotion;in other words having the viewer believe they are the messiah and understanding the flaws, the soulful depth and pain of that character!! This film is now the mark the epilogue of cinematic excellence. I was truly happy to sit through the shifting of this magnificent version of Dune.
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10/10
Masterpiece
kenalb28 February 2024
Only thing wrong with this masterpiece is The pronunciation of harkonnen, why pronounce it like it was Finnish? Otherwise it was unbelievably amazing to watch, everything from the score to the storytelling, so close and yet so far from the original from 1984. Can't wait for the third installment of this epic story. One thing is missing though the wierding way was not in the movie at all, that was puzzling to me. And the worms was not scary as they were in the original. But I will recommend this movie, simply because it is a truly masterpiece worth seeing, so don't miss out. Enjoy this story and be amazed.
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10/10
Amazing, unique film.
wtroggin-555585 March 2024
For starters I loved the first film and I'm an enormous fan of the director, all his movies are nothing short of perfect. I prefer the first film here but this second part is a truly unique experience. I'm a fan of the slow burn of the first one, this one feels very much like a large scale action movie. Some lesser directors would've made this film instead of a two parter. By that I mean I could see another director, like Lynch(83), condensing the first film into narration and dialogue and just going for the action of this film. There's very little of Villeneuve's trippy long shots. Very little of his patience and silence. This film is still spectacular and visually stunning. I really loved this movie. It doesn't feel like nearly 3 hours, it moves, its pacing is great.
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9/10
The Magic of Cinema is at Work Here
Oh_Capital2 March 2024
Villeneuve is an utter genius. This film is absolutely remarkable in so many ways. The visuals are drenched in excellence, and It makes the experience magical.

For an almost three hour movie you do feel the length at moments, but it is all necessary to tell the story properly. A story which can seem so impossible to pull from Herbert's book, but yet is done masterfully.

The cast is excellent with the exception of one being a miscast. I love Christopher Walken but it was hard to not internally laugh at his iconic voice during the film.

Hans Zimmer of course delivers again, though part one's score had stronger moments.

Dune Part one and Part two is no doubt the science fiction grand epic of the 2020's.
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10/10
Ridiculous Cinematic Achievement
varun-250719971 March 2024
A worthy sequel which gives us the high the first part promised. Spectacularly shot, well acted, and incredibly written. Every scene is a payoff and not a single second is wasted as a filler. Denis uses the familiar troupes used in blockbusters and mixes it well with his own vision to deliver a product suitable for everyone.

When modern blockbusters are afraid to be serious and fill themselves with pop culture references, it is is refreshing to see filmmakers push new boundaries in filmmaking. For a story set in a dystopian time period, it used the contemporary politics and existing feudalism in our societies to give us a compelling tale of faith and disbelief.
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9/10
An epic masterpiece
sbweightman2 March 2024
A long story of epic proportions that gets better with every installment. It's a visual treat with superb special effects throughout, from the grandness of the beautiful desert to the harshness and contrast of the Harkonnen style. The plot covers religious fervor, mature romance and intergalactic conquest with a good balance and the cast of actors are great, truly bringing the story to life. The musical score intensifies every scene and whilst it could have been paced better, what with a slow-ish start and a seemingly compacted final act, I was entertained throughout.

Score for Dune Part Two = 9/10.
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10/10
Movie-making Excellence!!!
Red_Storm_Rising5 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two is one of the best Sci-Fi Fantasy movies to be ever produced.

The Adapted Screenplay is almost true to its source material. The "spice" of the book has been captured faithfully and even there are few deviations from the book, I choose to believe the same would have taken to adapt the movie in best possible manner.

The soundtrack of the movie by the Han Zimmer elevates the mood and make each scene feel meaningful and epic. The sound design complements the visual prowess perfectly.

Dennis Villeneue's Dune Trilogy will be his Magnus Opus. Each shot has been carefully crafted to almost perfection leaving no waste behind. We are truly blessed to witness his work.

With an Ensemble cast of industry veterans and Hollywood's future biggest and brightest stars, the casting of new characters can be considered as great. Each actor/actress have done justice to their roles with standout performances by Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Timothee and Austin Butler.

Production design, costumes and make-up is excellent

A must watch for every movie-goer. Experience it in IMAX if possible.
10/10
Best Film Of 2024 Long Live The Fighters
KalKenobi833 March 2024
Watched Dune Part Two With Timothee Chalamet(Little Women, Wonka) as Paul Atreides, Rebecca Ferguson(Mission:Impossible-Dead Reckoning Part 1) as Lady Jessica, Lea Seydoux(No Time To Die 007) as Lady Fenring, Josh Brolin(Sicario,Avengers:Endgame) as Gurney Halleck , Javier Bardem(No Country For Old Men) as Stilgar, Stephen McKinley-Henderson(Lady Bird) as Thufir Hawat, Florence Pugh(Black Widow,Oppenheimer) as Princess Irulan, Charlotte Rampling(45 Years) as Reverend Mother Mohiam , Zendaya(Spider-Man:Far From Home) as Chani , Dave Bautista(Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol.3,Blade Runner 2049) as Beast Rabban, Austin Butler(Elvis) as Feyd-Rautha, Stellan Skarsgard(Andor) as Baron Harkonnen and Christopher Walken(Batman Returns,Seven Psychopaths) as Padishah Emperor Saddam The IV .

The films tops the sequel by far amazing performances from Chalamet,Ferguson,Zendaya,Skarsgard and Butler also takes the Game Of Thrones in space to the next level as The Fremen Resistance disrupt the flow spice as The Padishah Emperor begins losing control also they altered a scene from the book though it makes sense if you think about it yes more action and more development from the characters and made sense it was divided into two parts got alot material covered and is better the 1984 film by Villeneve finally has a box office hit and the king of sci-fi also this a must see in cinemas like Top Gun:Maverick Best Film Of 2024 Long Live The Fighters .

Fantastic Cinematography By Greig Fraser(The Mandalorian) Direction By Denis Villeneuve(Arrival), and Amazing Score from Hans Zimmer(The Creator) Best Film Of 2024 Long Live The Fighters 10/10.
10/10
A Generational Movie
skylermoore7 March 2024
Dune Part Two is what Empire Strikes Back is to Star Wars, Two Towers is to Lord of the Rings, a cinematic sequel to an already great film that when put together creates a masterful piece of story telling. It is not 100 percent accurate to the book however it is faithful in its telling, it has the writing, the cinematography, acting, sound, music and visuals to back it all up too. It's not a perfect film, you can certainly nitpick at little things but I am jaw dropped by this movie. Nearly three hours flies by. Everyone involved in this film should feel proud, cinema is back! There's not much else to say other than go see it.
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10/10
Action-packed, thought provoking cinema
tjmm-105652 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is cinema. Pure, unbridled cinema. It combines blockbuster level polish and action with some of the most thought-provoking, timely themes in a sci-fi movie in the past decade.

The writing is thoughtful and engaging. The acting from everyone is absolutely superb (standouts from Javier Bardem and Timothee Chalamet). The music is stunning, and the sound design even more so. Giant sand monsters have never felt more menacing, and explosive action scenes never more raw. The CGI is exquisite. Never once do any of the alien worlds presented feel artificial. The best part, though, has to be the cinematography. Almost every single shot could be a wallpaper, poster, or painting.

In an age where big-budget movies are floundering, and tired franchises are puttering out, Dune is bringing crowd-pleasing, epic movies back. I can't wait for the next chapter.

Long live the fighters!
10/10
Breathtaking. Everything I dreamed it would be when I read the books in 1973.
TheSecretaryBird7 March 2024
My imagination has come to life on the screen. I didn't think it was possible. The books were profound and intricate. The film just about did it justice with the caveat that it didn't have time to go into detail about the effect of the Water of Life on Paul's unborn sister Alia. This has obviously left the door open for another film! Riding the Worms was something you could only dream about and there it was! Right before my eyes! Fabulous and euphoric. The characters are perfectly imagined and portrayed. The tension in the screenplay was palpable, so much so, I couldn't speak for a while when the film ended. Film?! That word hardly expresses the experience. It was reality. It surrounded and enveloped you, plunging you into the world of Arrakis. The lasting impression was not that I had been in a fictional world but I had visited another planet and seen that good and evil is universal.
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8/10
Villenueve's Style and Atmosphere Keeps Part Two Afloat Until the Action Arrives
CANpatbuck366410 March 2024
When comparing the two entries in the Dune franchise, part of what made the first movie memorable (aside from the world building and moody atmosphere) were the likeable characters fighting for or supporting Paul Atreides. I didn't expect to miss Duncan Idaho, Duke Leto Atreides or Gurney Halleck (who reappears but with a different attitude and demeanor) as much as I did. We get more time with members of the Fremen, including Chani and Stilgar but I didn't find them as engaging or I didn't want to follow them as much (more on Chani and Paul later). The interactions between the Fremen and the remainder of the Atreides clan start to fall into a pattern quickly and while I was intrigued to see how easily Paul and Lady Jessica would assimilate into the tribe, it takes a while for the Harkonnen's to start making moves and the pontificating about the nature of power and church vs state with the Emperor and Princess Irulan also got a little tedious.

Dune's hero Paul Atreides is once again played by Timothee Chalamet. Timothee slips back into this role like a glove and he does a good job of showing Paul's conflict over having to grow into what has been foretold for him. The character is a little darker and a little less aloof in Part Two and Chalamet shifts his performance to compensate. Zendaya is also appropriately fierce as Chani. She plays her character as guarded, Chani's skeptical of the legend surrounding Paul and annoyed Stilgar and his brethren are so quick to declare Paul the Lisan al Gaib. She eventually gets into Chani's vulnerabilities and does what she can to sell the bond between her and Timothee's characters. Rebecca Ferguson returns as Paul's mother, the Lady Jessica Atreides. I've always thought Rebecca was an underrated talent and Ferguson brings some coyness to Jessica when she's trying to convince the Fremen of Paul's power but she flips the switch and becomes ruthless to see Jessica's plan through. Of the newer additions to the cast, Austin Butler was my favourite as the brutal Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen. His impression of Stellan Skarsgard's voice slips here and there but he's good at playing the savage and angry champion of the Harkonnens and he has a strong screen presence when he's vanquishing or intimidating his enemies. Javier Bardem is also good as Stilgar but I couldn't get past some of the parallels between his character and similar characters from other Sci-Fi franchises. His character is a little one note and while that's not Javier's fault, it did distract me a little.

Even when Dune is meandering through Paul's journey in the early sections, you can't help but be impressed with how engaging the film is through just the visuals and the world building. We are reminded throughout Dune: Part Two how dangerous the planet of Arrakis and how difficult it can be to survive in the wild. This is captured beautifully through the long and contemplative shots of the desert environment and you can see how much care went into making everything looked lived in yet arresting all the same. I also have to compliment Villeneuve and his team for the action in the movie. While the amount of time between set pieces can drag, the film delivered what I wanted. The battles and the ending fight are full of tension and got my pulse racing a little. The choreography is tight and the action looks good and fits in with the tone.

Dune looks impressive, they've cast the movie well and I wanted to know where the story was going to go. The biggest problem I had with Part Two was how slow the 1st half of the movie was. It also became a little formulaic, Paul is presented with a challenge to join the Fremen, no one believes he can do it, he does it, rinse and repeat. It never fully bored me but I was checking my phone. The budding romance between Paul and Chani also didn't completely work for me. Chani is mean-mugging Paul in the early going despite the fact he's smitten with her almost immediately. She flips opinions on him pretty quickly and when they're vowing to stay and protect each other, it was a bit of a tonal shift. I thought the two actors did what they could, I attribute it more to the script and possibly the edit. I also have to both commend and criticize Dune: Part Two for not making an effort to catch people up at all. It was a confident choice but I felt bad for anyone who hadn't seen the 1st entry, there's not going to be an opportunity to catch up.

I can see why everyone is so excited about the future of the Dune franchise and I did like this movie quite a bit. Part One has a small edge over Part Two for me but I get why Part Two has been so successful. It looks gorgeous, the cast gets the job done and there's a story here that justifies a multi-film franchise. I hope there's not a huge gap between entries and with how things finished in Part Two, we should be in for a crazy Part Three.
4/10
An even greater disappointment than part one Warning: Spoilers
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Visually it only breaks down during the overhead scenes when Arakkeen is being taken. The composits and the firey explosions were rushed and they're keenly visible.

Now onto the meat of it: the story. It diverges from the book, which is fine to do with purpose but that's sorely missing here. What purpose was there in that duel if the great houses didn't care one bit for it?

The movie went out of its way to make the Fremen seem a lot more frenzied and fanatic than they were in the books - to the detriment of their humanity and strategic use. A bunch of Fremen commandeering space-travelling vessels to carry their Jihad into space was as unbelievable as it was nonsensical due to their strong ties to the desert. They weren't ferried unto other planets to wage war as much as to deal with the overhead armada - why would they be capable of doing that, even with stolen ships?

One of the key takeaways from the book was the author's insights into the ecology of the planet - which is absent from both movies, although touched upon briefly - that goes directly with the reasoning behind the final scene and threat: Fremen don't need the spice but the entire galaxy does; the Fremen's ultimate goal directly involves affecting spice's continued existence.

This movie does none of the above and chooses to lean heavily into Paul being the less-keen-but-forced-at-the-slightest-provocation leader of a genocidal cult whose only narrative purpose is to genocide the galaxy - as it is said over and over again.

If you know current day politics, you recognize the political undertones even more-so than the day the book was written: the West are the Great Houses, Paul is the hebrew Messiah leading the unwashed and dull-witted hordes into cleaning the world of the oppressors.

An insult to the book.
9/10
THE WORLD IS BEYOND CRUELTY...!!!
PANDIAN12062127 March 2024
Dune 2 will likely be regarded as the best science fiction movie ever made. From a production perspective bringing more innovation and creativity to filmmaking... It is visual stunning, the audio treatment is perfect and the CGI seamlessly integrated...Kudos to Dennis Villeneuve for showing how storytelling can be taken to the next level, and it is thoroughly and absolutely absorbing...

The ultimate tale of revenge is exceptional, high-quality spice flows through Dune Part two.

A Rich story and an intelligently crafted adaptation. Although the film has a long-running time, each scene is an intense set piece full of world-building and important story details, so you are continuously engaged.

Denis Villeneuve continues to draw multilayered performances from his cast & arguably not to mention in particular coz every single character has given the best of their ability...

The exquisite, earth-shattering sound design and impeccable production design cement this as a cinematic experience not to be missed in a premium theater. This is what cinemas and big screens were made for...The costumes once again go above and beyond, I'm not sure how to even put it into words. They looked real. They fit the scenes. They looked like they belong to a orthodox community...

Denis showed us what makes the Dune universe so special,coz some people felt Part 1 that the characters were a little too hollow and it was too slow. Here, the characters feel more rich and the stakes are even higher. There is complex interplay between politics, religious fanaticism, revenge, destiny, among many others. There are moments in this movie where you sit back in awe and question how was someone able to pull this off...

The continuity of the main characters works and importantly the introduction of the new characters works well (mostly). This is important as no sci-fi movie can stand the test of time without contrasting the spirit of the species with the spectacle of how they operate over the period of the fantasy...Dennis ability to maintain the flow of the story and characters that is where he is increasingly improving. Herbert wrote his book in a different time projecting forward 10000 years, yet the human analogy is as precious & thought process makes human race different from other species...

Hans Zimmer is back doing what he does best with rhythmic compositions & it's unethical in this business forum that we did not mention his ability & hardwork he has done for this cinematic world...

Denis Villeneuve, please give us Dune: "Messiah" (3rd part) already, the Oscar's are already secured for this flick & more to come yet... Overall ABSOLUTELY GO GET THE TICKETS ITS SO WORTH THE MONEY...for this cinematic masterpiece...
10/10
After this film, my faith in the trilogy was restored🌒
Rauno_Uusleer27 March 2024
When I watched the first part some time ago, I wasn't very impressed. The film was very slow and the excitement didn't start until the last 15 minutes. This film, on the other hand, was thrilling from start to finish. There were many memorable moments and the excitement was tense most of the time. The fact that time flew like a bird while watching this film was a special expression that there was no lack of excitement.

Also, I can't say that the film was too abrupt. There was love, depression and compassion very cleverly woven in. The film offered the whole spectrum of emotions.

Speaking of the actors, Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides did an excellent job, offering both character development and the inner dilemmas of gaining power. One could get quite a deep understanding of the phrase 'power corrupts'. Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha was also excellent. The inner psychological instability reflected in him was extremely convincing.

Visually, the film was extremely well made. Combined with the music by Hanz Zimmer, the visuals were so evocative that in some moments I found myself shivering. Definitely a film to experience in the cinema. Excellent.
8/10
A grand continuation of the battle for Arrakis
Mike_Devine23 March 2024
In the follow-up to what was considered an innovative refresh of a decades-old space opera, Denis Villeneuve advances the story of Arrakis and the forces that compete for the spice-rich planet in 'Dune: Part 2.'

It's fair to say the sequel surpasses the original on a number of fronts. By now, we're more familiar with the protagonists, antagonists and everyone in between, even though the cast has ballooned in 'Part 2' and there are that many more characters to follow. Everything here is on a grander scale than the previous entry, from bigger battle sequences and sleeker special effects to a more developed story that includes purpose and depth. We're introduced to villains such as the Harkonnen bad boy Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) and the subtle-yet-treacherous Emperor (Christopher Walken) who make things more interesting. And of course, there are sandworms galore.

However, not everything is spectacular. While Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya are not bad actors, their performances feel forced (particularly in Chalamet's case) and there is hardly any chemistry between them. This isn't enough to take away from the spectacle that is 'Part Two,' but it's hard to ignore. And yeah, this is a pretty long movie.

That said, if this film is any indication of how the 'Dune' saga will continue to evolve, it's worth charting a trip to Arrakis to grab a front row seat.
9/10
We are witnessing the birth of a cult classic
fahimalvi4 March 2024
Dune part 1 is basically a build up for this part and oh boy was that build up worth the wait. This is what you expect a sequel to do. Not only follow up the story but surpass it. Which this movie definitely achieved.

Every actor and actress nailed their roles. It's acted to perfection, has breathtaking visuals, the soundtrack is amazing.

It's a prefect recipe for a blockbuster. But apart from that it also has a really good storyline with themes such as consequences of war, prophecies and hope. And what it does to a man. Timothee Chalamet absolutely nailed the role of Paul Atreidies.

I was grinning through the entirety of the last 40 minutes. After so many attempts of mediocrity we finally have a movie that does justice to Frank Herbert's work and space opera genre.
10/10
An absolutely Stellar Sci-Fi film!
MovieWarfare2 March 2024
I enjoyed Dune (2021) but it definitely felt like mostly setup and world-building. It even ends right when things are about to get interesting. Does Dune Part 2 deliver on all the setup?

Short answer, Yes! The story is incredibly engaging and thought-provoking. What makes Dune so special is that it isn't just a typical revenge or good vs evil or chosen hero-type story. There is more to everything, with very creative dilemmas that our main character has. It does have the typical romance story in the first act but it is handled wonderfully and then used with great effectiveness afterwards. The second and third acts are just phenomenal storytelling. The director, Denis Villeneuve, just pulls you into this world and manages to deliver an emotional rollercoaster experience that will mesmerize you.

On that note, every actor is amazing. Timothée Chalamet had to convince the audience that his character was becoming a frightening leader in part 2 and he absolutes excels. Zendaya is great and has excellent chemistry with Timothée which makes their character's romance believable. Javier returns with more of a substantial role and he is magnificent. He provides some levity to a very dark story but does it naturally compared to the forced humour that is thanks to MCU movies. In terms of newcomers, Austin Butler gives a very top-notch psychotic performance as Feyd. He felt like a frightening presence. Additionally, Christopher Walken is a crazy casting for the Emperor but he absolutely works. All the returning actors continue to deliver terrific performances, and newcomers such as Florence are excellent additions.

Part 2 also has a lot more action set pieces. These sequences are a lot better than the first movie as they are choreographed and shot more clearly. The 3rd act has a very entertaining sequence and the final fight itself is an epic way to end. Greig Fraser returns as the cinematographer and he might be one of the best since Roger Deakins. Every shot is just beautiful and really captures the world of Dune perfectly. Hans Zimmer also returns and he delivers more or less the same epic music score as the first film. The set design is still gorgeous and the costumes are still as wonderful as ever.

I only have minor nitpicks and that is the movie can feel a bit fast at times. This is notable during the first act where it sort of breezes over Paul's initial time with the Fremen. I also kind of wished the Emperor and Princess Irulan had more appearances considering their vital roles. The character Thufir Hawat from Dune (2021) is also nowhere to be seen in part 2 despite his fate being unclear from the first film. I honestly wouldn't have minded if this film had 15 more minutes to add these additional scenes.

Overall, it is rare for a sequel to be this good but Dune Part 2 is one of the best sequels. It delivers on everything the first movie setup while also being a stellar Sci-Fi film. Denis Villeneuve is one of my favourite modern directors and I hope he gets to make that final Dune movie that he wants. I know I will 100% be there to watch it if it happens!
10/10
Absolutely Incredible
Squirrel_the_Grip_129 February 2024
Absolutely incredible story and one of the best sequel movies that comes close to The Empire Strikes Back! Visual stunning thanks to the cinematography of Grieg Frasier. The visual effects and sound designs were amazing and shook the theater. The character dynamics between Paul and Chani from being star crossed lovers from different worlds slightly matches from the book but some story changes were made from the book as well, however it kept with the consistency with the narrative of the first film. Denis Villeneuve has crafted a magnum opus of a film and I'm hoping that he gets greenlit for Dune Messiah.
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good job
Kirpianuscus16 March 2024
Too easy to define it as impressive. For SFX, for acting, for fair and huge effort to adaptate a masterpiece.

It is just a cathedral. It is memorable at whole defining the hard effort of a so ambitious director .

But, I recognized, I am not one of its fans , not animated by enthusiasm, without ignore than I like it .

A film proposing many gifts , great scene by scene, having the virtue to explore in pasionned manner the novel.

Two good points for me - the white - gray of Harkonnen - indeed, not exactly the Harkonnen imagined by Herbert and the nice option for Emperor . I was seduced at whole by the work of Javier Bardem and I keep same question after the first part - is Timothee Chalamet the best option for Paul Atreides ? I do not know.

It is not my favorit adaptation ( old and conservative, I remains prisoner of more modest Tv series of 2000 but I applaused and I appreciated this second delightful, imperial second part.
8/10
Great but first one still takes the cake.
therealjaysmoke3 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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WOW WOW WOW! That's how I felt after watching the sequel to Dune. Continuing from where Dune 1 left off, we see the Messiah, Paul fully embracing the prophecy and leading the Fremen to victory. I have to say even though I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, it fell short of what I expected and definitely didn't come close to what we saw in the first movie. With that being said, I have to give a massive props to the whole team for not letting us down. It's not easy to pull off a sequel that closely match up to the first.

One thing I appreciate about this series is the marriage between nature, science and spirituality. It is just so beautifully done. You can't pinpoint exactly what era they are in, there's amazing technology, yet there's also amazing spirituality yet they still live in complete unison with nature. It's perfect. Also the dialogue is just like music to my ears. It's not these washed up forced humor we see in most Marvel/DC movies. This was some intelligent, matured dialogue and I respect them for doing that. One thing I felt wasn't necessary was the fuss between Paul and Chani. They could have spared us all that childish drama. It just didn't fit esp for someone like the Messiah.

I totally loved the coming of age of Paul, it was so powerful. I loved the transformation of his mother into the Reverend Mother. I loved seeing Gurney back in the mix. It was a lovely reunion. I was quite disappointed in the Emperor. He looked so weak and his capture was laughable. But to see the Baron, his nephew and Glossu all killed was a very bold move. I honestly can't imagine what they have in store now for us in the third installation.

Overall, this was a good movie, not as great as the first but it's up there with the best.
10/10
Spectacular Cinematic Experience
joyalbrightt10 March 2024
Glorious filmmaking from Denis Villeneuve and Exquisite cinematography by Greig Fraser and Intriguing music by hans zimmer !

Outstanding ensemble acting performances .it will be hard to mention each and everyone ; Rebecca Ferguson is excellent and Javier Bardem is simply fantastic .

Zendaya done her role neatly and Florence Pugh & christopher walken ; minor roles but very much effective and Austin Butler The next Promising talent of Hollywood !

And the Main man timothee chalamet ; he just Amazing ,his attitude, voice modulation and minor expressions ; all are simply Fascinating to watch !

The Beauty of dune part2 is the All round effect of actors and technicians ; all lead by Brilliance of Director and writer Denis and writer #on Spaihts !

This kind of movies are Rare and if you are a movie lover ,you can't miss it, you should not miss it !

A Grand Visual Ride is Awaiting !!!!!!!!!
10/10
Beware of saviors
druss44121-12 March 2024
An absolute masterpiece.

Please note, there are no plot spoilers in this review, but I will talk about some of the main themes.

Okay, so...

Dune: Part Two is one of the best films I've ever had the pleasure to see in a theater. I saw it in dual laser IMAX, and will see it again in 70mm IMAX. Dune: Part Two might have some of the most incredible sound mixing I've ever heard, too, at least for a spectacle and an epic. You feel it in your bones.

The real reason this film is so exceptional isn't the world class filmmaking and visuals, though. It's the fact that this is a multi-layered and complex story that easily could have turned into a tedious slog, but it doesn't. In fact, ignore the fact that this is sci-fi for a moment. This story deals with some of the most interesting and universal themes imaginable. Fanaticism, faith, religion, power, love, tribalism, the rise and fall of empires. It takes an incredibly dense mythology and puts that to screen THROUGH its visuals, not in spite of them. This is how you properly adapt something from words to images.

Also, look around at the world today. The themes of this story are as relevant as they've ever been. At heart, even though this is a sci-fi story, it deals with human psychology at its most primal levels. Clearly inspired by the Middle East and the Abrahamic religions, especially Islam (and also Judaism around the time of the Second Temple and early Christianity and the Bar Kokhba revolt), Dune manages to offer the same warning of the books, in perhaps an even more visceral and direct way...

Beware of saviors.

Holy wars have shaped the real world, yet so many sci-fi stories shy away from dealing with concepts of faith and religion. By embracing this aspect of the novels, this adaptation finds greatness. Especially among other blockbusters, this really is a unique experience. And it isn't done in a simplistic or insulting way, either. The best stories make you think and force you to engage with them, and there are layers to the characters and their struggles.

This is not to say Dune: Part Two is perfect. I actually wish it was longer. The last third is a little rushed, and I love Christopher Walken but he may have been a little miscast here. However, the overall film is so exceptional, and it reaches such rarefied heights (like LOTR and Lawrence of Arabia before it), that it doesn't really matter to me that much. With that said, I've also only seen the film once so far, and am curious how repeat viewings will affect my thoughts.

Also, I wish this had been made like LOTR, so Dune Messiah was coming out next year. Alas, I get why Denis needs a break from making three epics back-to-back-to-back.

Speaking of, Denis is up there with the best to ever do it. Incendies, Arrival, Blade Runner 2049, Polytechnique, Sicario. Like the best filmmakers he has such range, but each film is so unquestionably his work.
8/10
Very well executed.
rune-andresen28 February 2024
I haven't been the biggest fan of Jean Villeneuve as there tends to be a lot of visuals but not always as much depth. Dune part 1 didn't quite capture the book, even though the visuals were absolutely stunning. The mood and message of the book didn't come through.

Somehow, this time he managed to incorporate much of the book's message, the intricate plots, inner conflicts, and more - while still providing enough good action scenes for the average moviegoer.

The casting is perfect with very few exceptions or minor irritations that are not noteworthy. (But I'm unsure if Elvis is believable as the bad guy.) The music is also much more balanced and several notches better than in part 1.

To film Dune in a way that captures the book is probably not possible, but this film comes surprisingly close. As a standalone film, this is probably a 10/10, but considering the Dune universe and the author's message, this is a solid 8, which is extremely well done.
10/10
My 2,200 review on here!
UniqueParticle7 March 2024
Holy cow such an exceptional IMAX experience that deserves praise/awards! Wild how the bulk is exhilarating action with exciting music, all of which is so well done even with the brutal length which I had to push through I'm not the type to go to the bathroom during a movie I don't understand ones that get up a lot especially with Dune it is an absolute pleasure to experience.

Such a top notch ride it's quite Impressive how well done everything was and masterful crew behind everything Denis Villenvue is genuinely one of best directors in the industry! Would be nice if my reviews get appreciated more! Dune Part 2 is a phenomenal experience, crazy how much action was packed into the 2 hour 49 minute length all worth it.
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10/10
Astonishing Perfection, a legit Masterpiece
jasonmilesinc1 March 2024
Villeneuve is at the top of his game here. Technically this is an absolute masterpiece. This is perfection in every way of filmmaking- really. I see elements and influences of Star Wars, Gladiator, Mad Max, Metropolis, and Triumph of the Will. The black and white scenes in this are pure excellence. Beautifully horrifying. The last Dune won six Oscars. Same crew this time. Some may not buy the chemistry between Chalamet and Zendaya and that's fair but the cast overall is a fantasy for many of us. Seeing Brolin, Walken, Chalamet, Bardem, Skarsgard share the screen with Pugh, Butler, Zendaya etc. EPIC. This film is timeless and will be a permanent top 50.
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10/10
Everything That Film Can and Should Be
cdjh-811255 March 2024
Dune: Part Two represents cinema in its purest form and is proof, more than ever, that it is alive and thriving for as long as we have masters like Denis Villeneuve telling stories on this scale. I rarely leave a theatre feeling as though I've witnessed the birth of a new classic but Dune: Part Two does everything to ensure its place in cinema history. It's everything film can possibly be but more importantly it's everything that it should be.

Villeneuve takes all of the world building and character development he established in the first film and just runs with it from the get go but not in the way that I expected. I certainly wasn't expecting a faced paced movie but I was amazed and just how much Villeneuve took his time in setting up this second chapter. We get a lot of one-on-one time with these characters both before and in between the jaw dropping spectacle on display and it represents a complexity of character and perfectly developed conflicts that we haven't seen to this degree since The Lord of The Rings.

We're really about an hour in before the war that's being set up truly begins to come to ahead and because of the immense amount of time taken to build up these character and stakes nothing feels anything less than perfectly realised. Despite all the set up from the first film, Part Two effortlessly builds upon and expands this world in ways that are both visually sumptuous but also perfectly developed from a writing perspective. The visual effects are astounding, the use of scale is incredible and it has some of the best battle sequences ever put to film all of which come to ahead in an all-timer of a third act. It's one for the history books and it's only going to further cement the legendary status that this entire cast and crew are operating on.

I haven't read the book because I wanted to experience this entire story through the eyes of Villeneuve and despite knowing some of the broad strokes of how this thing concluded, nothing could've prepared me for the way in which this story perfectly unfolded and was brought to a close. I left the theatre truly shaken and feeling as if I'd seen something that I couldn't fully comprehend upon a first viewing and it's already left me with a burning desire to go back and experience it for a second time. One of the highest praises I can give any film is that I'm saddened I'll never get to experience it for the first time again and I can't remember the last time I was this excited to see the conclusion of a trilogy.

I definitely need time to fully digest the experience that was Dune: Part Two but as of now I can truly call it a masterpiece in every sense of the word. There's nothing present in this film that doesn't feel as if it's operating on peak form and if this whole thing doesn't represent filmmaking perfection then I don't know what does. The hype surrounding this movie did not oversell this experience at all, I don't think anything could've fully prepared me for this and I know as of now that it won't just go down a phenomenal theatre-going experience but really just a memory worth cherishing.
10/10
And that is how you do an adaptation
ShippersAreEvil1 March 2024
Perfect in almost every detail.

Visually breathtaking; narratively airtight every step of the way; new characters (for the movie, not the source) introduced so seamlessly that you could almost believe they were in Part 1; a scale that fully captures the epic sweep of the story; a score and sound design so enveloping that you could almost believe you were there. Plus Chalamet and Zendaya. What performances, with Zendaya especially bringing to vivid life the character that has dwelt in my mind's eye for nearly 50 years.

And *that* change to a critical character arc, that was so perfectly executed that it takes only a few moments to realise that the problem was in the source's handling of that thread - and that this was part of Herbert's own critique of his work.

Absolutely masterly film making by a director at the peak of his powers.

Roll on Messiah.
10/10
Pinnacle of the movie going experience
lwdiii3 March 2024
I am not a person that goes to the movies. I much prefer the comfort of my own home and my own amenities. After watching, the admittedly slow but large in scale, first film of this adaptation, my wife and I were convinced that we MUST see the follow-up in theaters. We were not disappointed.

This movie made me feel the way people from the era of Star Wars describe what it was like to see the original trilogy in theaters. I spent the majority of the movie awestruck with my mouth agape.

People will formulate their own opinions about the content of the film versus the book, but simply as an in-theater experience. This film is nearly flawless in every imaginable way. The sounds can be both subtle and booming, the visuals are breathtaking in nearly every single scene, the special effects are absolutely top notch and the acting is stellar AT WORST.

I do NOT typically enjoy paying too much for snacks and being stuck in a moderately comfy seat for hours on end, but this is a movie worth giving up any comfort you might have at home to see in a theater. Do yourself a favor and see it.
9/10
A gem in this grim times
mavarico28 March 2024
I didn't know that story about white Skinheads (Harkonnen) with help of trailer people / white trash (Sardukar) vs Diverse desert people (Fremen) can be executed so perfectly.

Anyway, this is best adaptation in my opinion.

Story is rich and character development is great.

Acting is great and immersive.

We are in a time when movies usually lack depth and good storytelling so this is actually really refreshing.

It is the only movie which I watched in cinema in a very long time. I just didn't see anything worth spending money and time. Dune PT2 did not disappoint me and I think even people who knew nothing about Dune lore could engage.

Thanks for reading :)
10/10
A generation defining film
lokeshbalamurugan27 February 2024
Dune Part Two is one of the greatest creations or triumphs in the history of cinema. The world-building and the world itself, along with our characters, makes you wanna snort a pile full of spice straight from the sand dunes of Arrakis and fight alongside Paul Atreides the entire time. That's how immersive the story, visuals, and music are. It is UNMATCHED.

A generation-defining film indeed, and when we discuss sequels, this could very well stand in contrast with 'The Empire Strikes Back,' 'The Dark Knight,' and 'The Two Towers'-or even surpass them in some cases. We owe Denis a great debt for this masterpiece. You can keep your expectations as high as the sky, but Denis will blow your mind either way and show you that even the sky isn't the limit. No one was and is prepared for this.

LONG LIVE CINEMA.
9/10
Best scifi film out there today
elijahandreas21 March 2024
This movie is an absolute amazing masterpiece of a movie continuing right after dune part one it is a great continuation of a young man named Paul who is destined to be a leader of not just his birthright but a leader of many other people I this movie he slowly learns the ways of the sand people and takes his place as the leader of the people and during this process also finds a person who he loves and has a little twist in there relationship near the end of the film I think this movie is full of great detail a great story and fantastic actors highly recommend this film worth seeing in theatres and if not in theatres a great home movie buy for movie night!
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10/10
Timothée Chalamet's Finest Performance
Revuer2234 March 2024
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Known for his skinny and boyish look, I was nervous about the transformation necessary to play the part of matured Paul. Chalamet was perfect for the coming-of-age stage of Paul's character and he nailed his part in Part One and the first hour of Part Two. But could he play the part of a bloodthirsty military leader hellbent on revenge, and later the role of a reluctant Emperor of the Known Universe?

Yes. Chalamet exudes charisma. He has in him a powerful masculine voice and is able to deliver combat sequences well. His depressed and sullen acting perfectly embodies the curse and the pain of prescience, the tragic necessity of the Golden Path at the expense of the prescient mind's humanity.

Seeing him play the part of a messianic military leader, I wouldn't mind seeing Chalamet try a hand in playing an action hero after bulking up a bit.
10/10
Amazing piece of work
Silfiriel8 March 2024
The movie is amazing in so many ways.

While there have been more than a few adaptations of the books, this last Dune seems like an original piece of work.

The second part starts of with a little bit of a cheesy dialogue, but then it gets bigger than that.

The scenography, photography is stunning, and the sequence at Geidi Prime is simply phenomenal.

Sound and music is incredible and honestly it provides about 50% of the whole ambient.

The cast feels like a major name dropping, but in the end it is almost perfect.

The pace of storytelling is uneven and you do not have a good grip of how much time has passed for few scenes.

The prominent use of the Fremen language is also fantastic.

You have to see this one, rarely a movie like this is made lately.
7/10
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kwbfxpm4 March 2024
I'm not here to upset anyone and I have been reading the reviews since coming out of the movie because I feel confused like I missed something

Music/ acting/ some action scenes/ location/ cgi all absolutely outstanding and I'm glad I saw it on the big screen but the story just isn't gripping at all and it's such a shame because the acting and the casting was spot on.

I would recommend that every person watches this film once because it is an experience and maybe I will have a more positive opinion once part 3 is out and the full story is there but overall a lot of hype with a minimal payoff at the end.

Like I said this is my opinion and I hope I can see this 10/10 film people are raving about if I rewatch it.
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10/10
Speechless
nirodha-anuradha1 March 2024
A cinematic classic to the generations. Just watched it in IMAX and I am still trying to gather my bearings.

Acting, cinematography, visual effects, music everything is perfect. Way better than the part one and exceeded my expectations by a huge margin.

All the movies in the year will have to play catch up to this level in my opinion.

This is what we need from Hollywood, great storytelling.

If you watch this this in a cinema and you are not satisfied, I dont think movies are meant for you 😁 Thinking about some of the scenes alone makes me have goosebumps.

Definitely go and watch again for a second time.
9/10
Close to perfection, but we need Part Three
gsm40410 March 2024
First, a few words on the IMAX presentation I saw in Geneva, Switzerland (Balexert cinémas). Certainly spectacular, but the Dolby Atmos presentation is pretty earth shattering -- and ear shattering -- in the action sequences. Wear concert earplugs or be prepared to cover your ears for part of the film since permanent hearing damage is a risk if volume levels are like those in the presentation I saw.

As for the film. Bottom line. The day after watching Dune Part Two, I wanted to watch it again. I recently re-watched Dune Part One on my home system (55 inch OLED TV and Dolby Atmos soundbar). I picked up significant character and plot detail that I'd missed on my initial viewing. I expect I will have the same experience with Dune Part Two. There is a lot in this film -- but even at 2 hours, 45 minutes a few things that were missing.

The visuals are amazing. No CGI artifacts I could see -- in contrast to an IMAX 'Kong v. Godzilla' trailer that ran just before the film. Incredible world-building, as in Part One. Everything appears very natural, even when the settings are strange, other-worldly.

This is a film without a dull moment. Every scene is critical to the story's forward movement. That movement is relentless. For me, that was a problem. Not everything was explained to my satisfaction. These weren't exactly plot holes, but rather plot ellipses.

I hope Villeneuve produces a longer -- at least 3h -- director's cut that gives the film a bit more room to breathe and the characters a bit more depth.

Still, the actors inhabit their characters completely. The story is riveting. There is plenty of dramatic tension -- even though you know how the film will end if you are even vaguely familiar with the source material.

Villeneuve hasn't produced his masterpiece ... yet. I'm looking for a bit more depth and complexity. I understand that Dune Messiah -- which hasn't yet been approved by Warner, but which looks a certainty -- will provide that. Villeneuve, his actors and audience will get a chance to really unpack and dismantle the messiah myth. In any case, in Dune, parts one and two, Villeneuve and cast have planted the seeds for what could be sci-fi's top film trilogy of all time.
10/10
Star Wars, except both sides are Siths
greed14103 March 2024
Great movie!

I missed only Count Fenring thread. It was one of the best parts of the books for me.

Battles in the sand are looking super cool in cinema. This entire movie will loose a lot in home tv without good sound and big screen so I recommend not to wait and run to cinema now.

Plot itself is well executed. They didnt portrayed it in black-white fashion with good Paul and evil emperor. Paul can be seen as changing gaining self-confidence and power but loosing his human side. Which is great. Perfect characters are for marvel. Here we have evil(or not?) emperor who keep galaxy peaceful but do a lot of dirty deeds to keep it in good shape.

And on the other side our hero who will bring war and destruction to entire universe. But he is a good guy for us - because he looks well and we follow him for two movie as the main protagonist.

He is using religion, naivety and brainwashing of Bene Geserits to gain control in empire. Who will oppose will be killed.
10/10
SPECTACULAR
soumyamajumder613 March 2024
One word : SPECTACULAR.

This is truly a cinematic masterpiece to be witnessed in a big screen. The visuals of first movie were impressive but this one even better. Every cast member did amazing job. This is not an average sci fi where in every scene some ka boom action is going on, but in every scene is important to the plotline. The fighting techniques were so unique. And the music by Hans zimmer gives chills. My favorite character is Lady essica played by Rebecca Ferguson. Timothee Chalamet was wonderful, his transition from a boy prince to a leader was fantastic. Zendaya was amazing as well. The third act of the movie was brilliant. Can not wait for the next installment.
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9/10
An absolute masterclass in sci-fi spectacle! [+88%]
arungeorge136 March 2024
Here's just a handful of filmmakers like Denis Villeneuve who can handle the vision of a truly dystopian sci-fi spectacle, especially when it's based on one of the world's best-selling sci-fi novels.. and I'm stoked that he gets the backing from studios like WBD & Legendary to bring these incredible visions to life.

Stepping into an IMAX screening of Dune: Part Two will give you a vivid idea of why that's the case. 2h 46m later, you'll be walking out with several distinct impressions: One, of the earth-shattering soundscape and Hans Zimmer's thumping score. Two, of Greig Fraser's incredible photography that pulls you into this awe-inspiring universe filled with themes of colonization, conspiring bloodlines, modern warfare, love & one-upmanship. Three, of a cast that's on its toes when it comes to making their respective characters (protagonists, antagonists, and everyone that comes in between) connect over larger (and smaller) threads of plot, while making us invested in their journeys. Four, of Joe Walker's editing that acts as the binding glue for the film to work as a cohesive whole, connecting it piece by piece, scene by scene. And lastly, I HAVE to mention these names for their commendable contributions to this epic saga: Brad Riker - supervising art director, Patrice Vermette - production designer, Paul Lambert - visual effects supervisor, Gerd Nefzer - special effects supervisor, and Thomas Struthers as stunt coordinator. Folks, take a bow!

P. S. Zendaya's on FIRE. What a performance, in a film that's very much a Timothée Chalamet & Javier Bardem showcase. Also, Stellan Skarsgård was unrecognizable.
10/10
Who needs Games of Thrones
phzgnkn4 March 2024
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I have been a Dune fan from David Lynch's to the doc Jodowrosky. Now.part two is here n is way i expected as one to watch for this year.

The movie stay true to the book n reinvented it it ways that director Denis Villeneuve is the master of neo sci fi. The story telling is well crafted for a three hour film how he balances from the guerrilla warfare on Arrakis to introducing new characters that will play a pivotal role.

Like the relationship of Timothee Chalamet n Zedaya how they matter ones to the other, facing every trial along the way from battling the Hawkkonen to not going where the fundamental live south, n that's where everything goes down hill i love how Zedaya Chani rejects the idea of Paul drinking the water of life n change him into another person who interests in starting a war then spending hes life with her.

Timothee shiny very awesomely in playing Paul trying to prove to the freeman to hes vision of the dangers have if he goes south, when he messiah mode thats the worst come out n is great from the secret thats he Hawkornen to not caring what Chani thinks of him now. Is absolutely brilliant in character development.

Rebecca Ferguson as the new reverend mother was scary but well David Lynch type she spend the whole film talking to her unborn child n to me that was beautiful bizarre cause shows her dark side of the belief that the freeman has to Paul.

Josh Brolin plays well as Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard love every moment as Baron indulging himself went he how take command on Arrakis, but villainy acting proves that he can make control everything.

Manipulated, cinical, omen forcefully oh yeah she was mean, Javier Bandem play a well freeman believer from been obsessive to the prophecy to showing Paul the ropes for sandworm surfing's. But the one that made good impression got to go to the socialpath of Feyf-Rautina from he's debut on the glatorial in the Hawkonnen home planet, to taking charge of the freeman attacks, ending it with knife due with Paul Mua Di, this villain that define today's sci fi madmen but more psichotic.

My goodness the the sound track was extra comical, making sound of fate to the torment of war. But best when belief becomes fanaticism n soundtrack prove that's. N then ye got the cinematography by Greg Fraser love the wind blowing the dunes the mountains of the freeman, to the toxically world of the Hawkonnen to the emperor phere ship entering Arrakis, n the spice homebased. Villeneuve vision of this world was magnificent inspire by true events like the prophecy of freeman is something coming's from the Muslim belief, to also their attention to their own art of war, where fanaticism can take a whole group of believers.

So to conclude is epic this is the version that we ve waiting for since Frank Herberg publish it, n it doesn't bored for the three hours that run, there's more to see from this world n the many houses that depend on spice production, it hasn't been confirm that Villeneuve will direct messiah, chances re is gonna happen.

By then i better read it.
10/10
Best Fiction Movie Ever
malcantara-908091 March 2024
Best fiction movie ever by far.

All the characters, special effects, storyline. The emotions, music and sounds are just amazing. The team has outperformed any high expectation. If you have a chance watch videos explaining the major houses, characters and story line it can help to make the experience even better. It is hard to leave a movie and think it is flawless but that is what dune 2 did. The battles scenes creates real photograf effects, how they edit the main oarts of the book and put it together also awesome job. Cant wait for the next one. Some people can understand the dark side of human beings, the psychology, love, fear and power. Dune is one of a kind, dostoevsky of ficction book.
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7/10
Entertaining, but had many missed opportunities.
striplay14 March 2024
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This was an enjoyable film, with great sounds and superb special effects.

However, despite the fact that a third film is inevitable, there are many questions that should have been answered, and several parts that seemed extremely underwhelming.

Although I DID enjoy the film overall, it was FAR from perfect as the end battle was a serious let down, and key characters AND their backgrounds were sadly left to the imagination rather than factored into the story.

Characters were also built up, only to be let down so easily. I found that very frustrating, and quite disappointing.

There was so much potential, and yet so many missed opportunities that I feel should have been easily seen as a problem during production.

Yet the were not.

Overall it certainly WAS entertaining, and quiet the price of admission; just not nearly as entertaining as it could have been with proper direction.

Hopefully the third part will increase my rating, but unfortunately the errors that currently exist, sadly cannot be corrected now..even with adequate future clarifications.

6/10.
9/10
Instant Classic!
Lewis_Heather78727 February 2024
Days like this don't come around very often, so we as audiences really do need to cherish these moments. Cinematic greatness is being shown to us. I know that is a very grandiose thing to say, however I think it is most definitely warranted.

"Dune : Part Two" is so close to perfection. Denis Villeneuve is a modern day great director, that cannot be contested anymore. He is up there with the Finchers, Nolans and PTA's of the world. He has delivered a film I think that only he could have achieved. Every single tiny element to this film, is made with such care and attention to detail its truly breathtaking. His directing is sublime. His uses of massive scale, action as well as very intimate moments are all truly wonderful. Nothing is overused or left to waste for that matter. Every part gets its moment to shine. The world, language, technology and characters he has adapted into this film is unlike anything else I've seen on screen.

However most importantly of all, this film fulfils everything set up in Part One. Both films compliment one another so perfectly, however Part Two going deeper, bigger and more epic than ever before.

Denis Villeneuve you are a king!

Everything within this film is pure perfection. CGI, practical effects, action, acting, production design, sound and story. All of whom couldn't be any better.

I could name every single actor in this film for being so amazing and to be honest they all do deserve that. Sadly this review would be 4 times as long if I did that, so I'll stick to a few standouts. Firstly and obviously is Timothee Chalamet, the guy is yet again building his career into quite something. I don't think there is another actor of his generation that could pull this off. Perfect casting! Rebecca Ferguson and Stellan Skarsgard both truly great. The surprise for me though was Austin Butler, who was fantastically horrifying. Especially his early scenes in black and white, gave me goosebumps. A true villain that actually felt threatening.

I am totally lost for words with how incredible this film is. However I do have one minor problem with the film even though that might seem impossible. For me the pacing and editing every so often is a little uneven. To be honest that is me really knit-picking.

90% out of 100 this film will go down as one of the greatest Science Fiction films ever created, I truly believe that. Not only that, I feel it will become an instant classic. This is the definition of epic cinema!
10/10
A cinematic masterpiece.
sennaschouten29 February 2024
This film is an epic, action-packed Sci-fi experience. Denis Villeneuve goes all out in this second part of what looks to be one of the best Sci-fi film series (if not one of the best film series) ever.

The film starts unpacking the amazing story of Dune where the previous film introduced us to. It is not neccesary to see part one to enjoy this film, but it definetly makes the experience more complete. Villeneuve took everything from part 1, but made it bigger and better.

Where the previous part was lacking on emotional level and action, this one completely makes up for it in it's 2 hours and 45 minutes runtime that feel less. It is filled with more depth in the story with as main point the struggle of Paul chosing between his foreseen destiny and his own loving desires, while getting revenge together with the Fremen for the brutal destruction of his family.

To top it off this film comes with a couple of plottwists that keep you at the edge of your seat, aswell as new characters portrayed by an amazing cast that give outstanding performances together with the great already known cast of Dune Part One.

All in all, this is a must watch for every film fan, especially in cinemas where Hans Zimmer takes you straight to Arrakis with his once again otherworldy, amazing score.

Dare I say this second part of the Dune film series comes close to perfection. 10/10.
10/10
My peak cinema experience
timothyikeobi-607022 March 2024
I saw it at a Screen X cinema, and it is without a doubt, the greater cinematic experience I have had in my entire life. Splendid cinematography, beautiful visual, perfection from start to finish.

I haven't read any of the books, but it seems as though that is irrelevant to the experience.

I was so disappointed with myself for not seeing Part One in the theatres, but I promised myself that I wouldn't deny myself of this wonderful experience.

Timothee's acting was absolutely remarkable and deserves multiple nominations, but I was most impressed by Zendaya. I feel like she put in the best Big Screen performance of her career. She was phenomenal from start to finish.
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10/10
A Masterpiece
sotiris-ananiadis1 March 2024
This one is truly special! Mr. Villeneuve is delivering yet another spectacular movie, following the also very good part one. As other reviewers have mentioned, part two is more complex as we are witnessing the evolution of Paul Atreides to a fierce leader of an entire nation.

All actors bring their "A" game and are delivering artfully the vision of their director.

The visual and sound effects together with the cinematography is ground breaking as well. Everything is just made as it should for the viewer to be transported to the realm of Dune! An instant classic in my opinion and a huge congratulations to everyone involved!
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10/10
Frank Herbert's world brought to life
bluexjay1 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is nothing short of a spectacular cinematic experience. The score is on another level. Hans Zimmer takes what you already know and makes it even more impactful. You have to experience it on big screen with sounds completely overflowing and captivating you. The cast is simply perfect. Unforgettable performances from Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem and Timothee Chalamet. As a huge fan of the books, I say they made them justice! This is a fantastic adaptation of Frank Herbert's world. Whatever they changed, they did a good job with it and it all makes sense. Some things just wouldn't work on screen and you all know it. No spoilers though. Go and see it. Films like this come rarely.
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9/10
Awesome Cinematography and Action Scenes
Ben-Morr17 March 2024
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I came to Villeneuve and writer Frank Herbert's Dune universe without having read the books or having seen previous adaptations. The first film was intriguing, and I couldn't make a lot of sense of what was going on at first -- got confused with the names, the factions, the planets, and the weird Jedi witches... But after seeing the first film twice and listening to some "Dune Explained" videos on Youtube, I got a better understanding and appreciation. I still rated the 1st film a solid 9/10 for its cinematography and fantasy world-building, even if I was kind of lost.

Dune part 2 was much easier to get into. Now that I better understood who the "bad guys" were, who the native Fremen were, and the reasons the main character was being setup as a prophetic Messiah of those people.

The Great: The film's strength, aside from the stunning IMAX cinematography, is certainly the (few) action scenes. The new antagonist played by Austin Butler (who played Elvis in that other movie) looked quite intimidating, even if the final confrontation was tainted wih a "deja-vu" ending seen in other films.

The Bad: Despite the impressive visuals, the worm-riding scenes were a bit of a let down, requiring a lot of suspension of disbelief in the way they were portrayed, leaving this viewer at least with more questions regarding this riding skill and (somewhat silly) mean of transport for entire tribes than providing answers.

Paul Atreidis' transformation from a mistrusted outsider to a messianic leader felt a bit rushed, as did the film's ending, despite the movie's long running time. The relationship between Paul and his love interest also felt a bit underplayed, leaving me wondering why these two "love birds" didn't talk more about the direction their lives were going.

The Ugly. There is no ugly to speak of, but I couldn't help seeing the parallels between the Dune story and the Avatar films. Now, Avatar came after the Dune books were written, so if anything they borrowed from that universe, and not the other way around. But an outsider that had to earn native people trust and becomes a messianic figure in battles against oppressors from outerspace? Both even have highly valuable liquids taken from giant beasts, and psychedelic trips. But yeah, Dune is better.

8.5 (rounded up to 9)
9/10
This is what the word Epic was made for
robinbaston2 March 2024
Hype is such a dangerous thing as it opens the door to tremedous let down. Denis Villeneuves opus is the polar opposite. Beyond expectations is what he and his amazing team have achieved. The Godfather 2 of Dune.. Even better than the first. What struck me so often in this film was though the Dune Novels was the inspiration for so many Syfy stories, novels, films you would expect some amount of.. "oh I have seen that before" but in Villeneuve's hands, he delivers originality. I expect the film will do to Films what the Books originally did. Its a master class. It there is any thing to criticize, is the jumps in the story from time to time... But it doesnt matter...because the blanks get filled in. Just like a torture scene or love scene where, not everything is shown... Ur imagination is allowed to do the rest. As for Hans Zimmer's score. Oscar in the bag. He has once again raised the bar on the word Epic. This film is going to walk away with every award for score and sound editing, and Cinematography.
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10/10
This kind of filmmaking is on another level!
leonmanuel2 March 2024
I mean if you were to sum up humanity in one movie... this would be it!

So layered and nunanced in the deep topics it explores, yet it communicates this through a visual and visceral soundscape.

I haven't had such an immersive movie experience like this since Interstellar and that was up there until now as one of the best films made in my opinion.

Not only are we lucky to have one GOAT film maker alive at this moment in time but we have two simultaneously in Villeneuve and Nolan.

Having finished the book about an hour before my first screening this evening I was apprehensive in how the story would be translated visually due to its complexity but it blew past all my expectations and then sum.

This is the result of having the best of the best in their respective fields coming together to produce a Masterpiece be it in Fraser's cinematography, Zimmer's sound scape or the costume, set design and VFX departments... acting, writing and directing at the highest calibre.

Do yourself a favour and watch this on the big screen, IMAX, Dolby Atmos to capture the true effort gone into creating this work of art and to do it justice. It will go down in our history as one of the greatest films ever made.
10/10
A narrative and audiovisual triumph
javierbaron20089 March 2024
I didn't fully connect with the Dune universe until yesterday.

The 80's version, despite being directed by David Lynch, is a fiasco in every way.

And the first of this saga by Villeneuve did not move me enough. I felt it was lukewarm for the beginning of an interplanetary epic.

This second part corrects all the shortcomings of the previous one and is a firm and notable step that positions the saga with the potential to become something similar to what The Lord of the Rings saga achieved.

Denis Villenueve uses the concepts of the book: The Hero's Journey by Joseph Campbell with mastery and narrative eloquence: The twelve stages of the hero's journey 1. Ordinary world. The real world before the story begins.

2. The call to adventure. The protagonist is presented with a problem, challenge or adventure.

3. Call rejection. Fear of change causes reluctance to accept the call, a refusal to leave the comfort zone.

4. Meeting with a mentor with supernatural help. The hero finds support that provides him with information and trains him to respond to the challenge.

5. First threshold. The ordinary world is abandoned and the threshold is crossed into the special or magical world. The hero faces what is known as the desert crossing.

6. Tests, allies and enemies. The hero encounters all kinds of trials, enemies and allies, which allows him to learn the rules of that special world.

7. Approach. The hero overcomes the tests on his path.

8. Decisive evidence. The most critical moment takes place, a life or death test.

9. Reward. The hero has faced death and overcome the fear of it, then comes the reward.

10. The way back. The protagonist has to return to the ordinary world.

11. Resurrection or Enlightenment. On the way back, another decisive test takes place on his home world, the hero once again faces death using everything he has learned. The transformation is complete.

12. Return with the elixir. The hero becomes aware of the acquired knowledge (power) that he uses to help others in the ordinary world.

It is a paradigm that has served many visionaries as a practical guide to create their alternative universes. George Lucas has mentioned on several occasions how valuable reading Campbell was to him in laying the foundation for Star Wars.

Dune 2 is visually majestic. There are memorable scenes: the giant worm cavalcades through the desert are innovative and peculiar. He knows how to take advantage of the immensity of the desert, the enigmatic nature of these extensive desert territories. The arid environment helps to understand the psychology of the characters; like Stilgar (Javier Bardem), a leader with unwavering faith.

The narrative has strong religious connotations: it speaks of a Messiah, of prophecies, of mystical rituals that lead to the knowledge of profound truth, of religious fundamentalism. At the same time and inherent to any power struggle, subtle political intrigue is handled to strengthen positions and implement military strategies.

All these aspects are masterfully brought together. A film of almost three hours that does not falter at any time. On the contrary, as it progresses, interest increases and narrative cohesion grows.

A wonderful cast: Timotheé Chamalet as Paul Atreides, the son of an important house banished by circumstances and who, in adversity, finds the clarity and inner strength to become a leader and a kind of messiah. Rebecca Ferguson, as Jessica, his mother, who becomes a spiritual leader known as Reverend Mother.

Florence Pugh, as Princess Irulan, who will witness the collapse of the power of her father, the Emperor (Christopher Walken). That is to say, all the characters are attractive and well drawn. They feel organic and do not merely represent archetypes.

Everything works fine here. The audiovisual gear provides spectacle with strong foundations supported by a deep story that makes allegories to religious and socio-political problems current in the 21st century.
10/10
A Sci-Fi Epic for the Ages!
shubhankar-8604529 February 2024
Not only is Dune: Part Two one of the best sci-fi movies of all time, but it is also set to go down as one of the greatest motion pictures ever made. It brilliantly excels in and exceeds all of the aspects that made the first film so good, and truly represents modern filmmaking at its best.

The direction and screenplay are exceptional. Denis Villeneuve has done an incredible job adapting a book that many thought was impossible to film.

The score, cinematography, action sequences and visual effects establish the grand scale of this mesmerizing motion picture (Everything practically screams Academy Awards!), and the star cast is top-notch. Timothée Chalamet gives a formidable leading performance, Austin Butler portrays a compelling antagonist, and the rest of the cast is impressive, but the standout for me definitely was Rebecca Ferguson as Jessica (who I hope receives a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the upcoming Oscars).

I absolutely can't wait for Dune: Messiah!

P. S. Don't miss the chance to see it in IMAX; it offers an exhilarating experience.
10/10
Unparalleled Epic Visual Extravaganza
kashyapraina3 March 2024
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Dune Part 2 is a breathtaking visual extravaganza that not only provides the next chapter in the Dune Universe but also takes you on a spiritual journey. The film begins where the last film left off,We see Paul and his Mother Lady Jessica integrate within the culture of Fremen and just like the first film the culture and customs of the Fremen are explained seamlessly. They have their own language,their religion and prophecies,the way they value and preserve water is also explained. The cast just like the last film is phenomenal and everyone just crushes it on the screen. Timothee Chalamet and Rebecca Ferguson once again carry the emotional heft of the story perfectly as Paul Atreides accepts his place as the Messiah while Lady Jessica becomes a spiritual leader to the Fremen because of her Bene Gesserit past. Javier Bardem and Zendaya get to shine as Stilgar and Chani respectively. Stilgar's belief in the prophecy and it's implications is conveyed exceptionally by Mr Bardem while Zendaya does a great job as Chani a brave fremen soldier who loves Paul but is constantly at loggerheads with the prophecy. Austin Butler as Feud Ratha stands out immensely. He is ferocious, blood thirsty and a psychotic maniac. Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan is contemplative and devoted to her father but does not have much to do in the story. The cinematography in this movie by Greg Frasier exceeds expectations and it should definitely be watched on the biggest screen possible. This film also has a lot more action than the first film and the action scenes are visceral and very entertaining to watch on the big screen. This film overall is a satisfying conclusion to the story setup in the first installment even though this film definitely sets up future installments. The score by Hans Zimmer is epic which might be an understatement but the score arouses you when Paul ascends and take his place as the Lisan-Al Ghaib. The score during the action scenes will also pump you up. Director Denis Villenueue understands that despite the epic scope of this film it still is Paul's journey and he takes it to fruition here. An absolute sure shot recommend, One of the best cinematic experiences I've ever had.
7/10
Good Continuation
pc953 March 2024
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(spoilers) Have been waiting awhile (over 2 years actually like everyone else) for director Villeneuve's continuation with Dune 2 and was not disappointed. 'Dune 2' is a formidable and at times spectacular cinema. I will say I liked its predecessor's pacing better than this one whose finale seemed a bit anti-climactic and off kilter. The stylized visuals give way to a cramped and dark-lit final set that seemed like a stage play oddly a bit out of place from some earlier beautiful, and intricate set designs.. Catching this on IMAX though was certainly worthwhile though. Javier Bardem fills in for the life and energy of the movie somewhat similar to Jason Momoa in the earlier film. Easily the best scene of the movie for me was the earlier fight scene with Harkonnen harvester, ground troops and Paul and Chani in serious battle , the fight choreography and melding of visual affects and sound was absoluately stunning and 1st rate putting even the Empire Strikes Back Hoth effects to shame. Was overall pleased with this entry and looking forward to Villeneuve's next picture, hopefully Science Fiction. Got the feelling more Dune will be on the way - looking forward to it. Give it a 7/10.
10/10
Dune: Part 2 - A Cinematic Masterpiece
farzad_mir28 February 2024
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part 2" is nothing short of a magnificent triumph in the world of cinema. As a sequel to the already amazing first installment, Villeneuve once again proves his directorial prowess, delivering a film that surpasses its predecessor in every aspect.

First and foremost, a grand applause must be given to Villeneuve for his masterful direction. Not a moment in the film feels slow or out of place. Every scene is meticulously crafted, drawing the audience deeper into the rich and expansive universe of Dune. Villeneuve's attention to detail is evident in every frame, making this a true cinematic experience that demands to be seen on the biggest of screens.

Hans Zimmer's exceptional soundtrack deserves special mention, as it adds another layer of depth and emotion to the film. Zimmer's ability to craft soundscapes that evoke feelings and enhance the narrative is unparalleled, and in "Dune: Part 2," he once again showcases his talent with top-notch compositions that resonate throughout the entire movie.

The cast delivers standout performances, with each actor bringing their character to life in a way that feels authentic and captivating. From the stoic Paul Atreides portrayed by Timothée Chalamet to the fierce Lady Jessica played by Rebecca Ferguson, the ensemble cast shines in their respective roles.

One cannot overlook the breathtaking cinematography that transports viewers to the vast and mystical world of Arrakis. Every shot is a work of art, capturing the sweeping landscapes and intricate details of the Dune universe.

Watching "Dune: Part 2" is more than just a movie-watching experience; it's a journey. The feelings evoked during the film, the sense of wonder and awe, linger long after the credits roll. It's akin to going on a retreat to an island of pure relaxation, where every moment is filled with a sense of freedom and immersion in a world unlike any other.

As the credits rolled, the anticipation for the third installment is palpable. The wait may be painful, but the promise of "Dune: The Prophecy" as a TV series is something to look forward to. With the bar set so high by "Dune: Part 2," one can only imagine the heights that Villeneuve and his team will reach in the next chapter of this epic saga.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that deserves all the praise it receives. It's a testament to the true art of cinema and a must-watch for anyone who appreciates the magic of storytelling on the silver screen.

Rating: 5/5 stars.
10/10
Heavy Spoilers for book readers:
davideminorjr26 February 2024
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It was a packed house for the February 25 fan premiere and the film did not disappoint.

Since the first film, several like myself have read the books and now we're going to compare --- because that's what happens when an IP gets famous, i.e. Most of us didn't compare GOT season 1 to ASOIAF when we first watched it.

Alia is not in the film. At all, except as a fetus who speaks to Jessica. So of course she doesn't kill the Baron. It actually works out. From a filmmaking point, good luck finding a child who could do justice to the role, even if you age her up.

Jessica, in my opinion, becomes the villain after drinking the water of life. She essentially manipulates Paul into become the Mahdi. It was previously ambiguous as to her birthing a son, and by extension the Kwizatch Haderach, was due to love or vanity. This would almost now appear to be the latter. Again, just my opinion, but I don't believe the water changed her, more likely it awakened a dormant ambition.

Chani is by far the most improved character from the books. With all respect to Frank Herbert, she didn't really do much. She was the love interest and ultimately the mother of the Tyrant and that pretty much sums up her relevance in the Dune Saga. She is still all that of course, but while she loves Paul, she's an outspoken cynic concerning him being a Messiah. This was a welcome change.

Stilgar is exactly what he was at the end of the first book but all that throughout. I am mildly disappointed. Nevertheless, he is the most comedic character.

Paul kills the Baron. Chani breaks up with him (kinda). The door is wide open for part 3.

Those are the most significant changes from the book. I would encourage anyone to watch it and not allow these to detract from your enjoyment.

Everyone did a great job on the film as a whole and of course it's a 10!
10/10
Brilliant movie
ammsh1 March 2024
I had a unique cinematic experience with this masterpiece. I had a unique cinematic experience with this masterpiece. The transformation of the characters and political conflicts as well as the music and visual production are terrifying and great.

As you continue this part, your appreciation for the character of Leto Atreides will increase. As for Paul Atreides, he works on two contradictory characters, the first is the original Paul and the second is the schoolteacher. As you continue this part, your appreciation for the character of Leto Atreides will increase. As for Paul Atreides, he works on two contradictory characters, the first is the original Paul and the second is the Mo'adeb. The beautiful shock and the wonderful plot, which is that Paul is a Harken, is very beautiful and deserves praise.

Great work of art

Thanks Dune 💙
10/10
This movie is now the bar for all sci-fi movies
RnineT2 March 2024
This movie is officially the new bar by which sci-fi is measured. It is well written executed, acted, and plotted. I am not sure there is a sci-fi epic that approaches this, the closest may be 2001 a space Odyssey or blade runner 2049, but even then this is a step apart and in its own league. If you haven't seen it you must go see it.

This was a perfect sequel to Denis' part one. It accomplished all the main plot points of the book while delivering stellar performances and visuals that most films only dream of having.

I'm excited for dune 3 now and will be looking forward to that as well....
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1/10
Im in the minority, but I hated it.
kuuk37 March 2024
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So I walked out the cinema around 2/3rd through, unable to watch any more. I had seen the odd review, that was overwhelming positive for it. I watched the first one, it was okay but found it boring. Im a trekkie by nature so thought I would love anything sci-fi. I did notice that it's scheduled for a streaming / blu ray release in just three weeks time, essentially killing the cinema even more. In my screenings on opening week, with 241 ticket offers on, there were six people in the theatre. So how it has reported making so much money in just days of its release is "questionable".

But I went into this hoping I would like it. I didn't it. It was just so boring. Which is odd as there are action scenes, but none of it made any sense. I have not read the book but the rebels had around ten people in at the start, and I left when the main protagonist said he had 200. Even though most of them we saw die in the raids. Where did the extra people come from? Why were they joining when they were being killed off so often? None of this is explained.

There are plot holes galore, as though entire pages of the script were just emitted in editing. For example, Wonka (because I don't know his Dune characters name) was handed a backpack of food and a tent and sent to start walking across the dessert. The very next scene, Mary-Jane is sat at the top of a sand hill talking to him. The tent is never set up, no food eaten. He's just suddenly back at camp?!

There is a scene when all the guards have laser guns, and wasps with shields, but are all taken out by people with knives who can somehow see in a sandstorm and not be affected by it at the same time. It makes no sense.

Then we have the worm summoning ground-pumper. Why not use it on one of the convoys and just send a worm into it? Why risk people's lives when you have that technology? Or why not ride a worm into the convoy? And how do you get off the worm after you've finished with it? None of this is explained.

Then we have the "big" bad guy, who kills all his servants for fun. Yet more servants keep showing up? Why would anyone ever work for him? What does he do to earn his role?

Why does his nephew's fight scene turn the film to black and white? Its this a students arthouse film? It makes no sense! Not to mention the fight is pathetic. They have to drug his opponents, who have tiny daggers while he has two swords and a personal shield. And a bunch of security guards on standby as well. This is suppose to be entertainment?

You fill in the plot holes in your mind, while watching trying to make sense of the many pages omitted. Which I think is why all the other reviewers are praising the movie like its a masterpiece. But I need the story to take place on the screen, not in my mind.

I know I'm in the minority in my thinking on this film, and all my favourite Youtube reviewers are praising it. But I just had to come on here and give my thoughts to balance out all the positive. Also, it costs a lot of money to go to the cinema and walking out of a film is not fun. When it's due for streaming release in just a few more weeks, I think you would be better to wait until then and save yourself the money. It's defiantly a film you can watch while playing on your phone, as three hours of two teenagers talking and shots of sand, while a foghorn bursts in your ears is not for me at least.
8/10
Better then the first one, but still pretty boring and slow going
jaspercobar9 March 2024
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Now Dune part two, my most anticipated movie of 2024. Sadly it did not live up to my expectations. It was still good enough, and certainly better then the first one, but it certainly had its flaws. Let's start off with the good. It had a packed cast, I knew probably about 90% of them, and they all acted well. It had amazing cinematography, e.g the orange atmosphere at the start, and all the close ups of the characters, mostly Paul always staring at something in a scared, hopeful, or sigma way. Another amazing feature of the cinematography was the moments of the music going quiet so you could focus on things like the rumble of a worm, or the thumping of the the worm caller, or Paul's deep breathing. This certainly was a fun theatre experience. This move also stepped up the humour a bit more, with characters like Josh Brolin and Javier Bardem having more screen time. It's such a shame that Jason Momoa's character was dead because he could've been the third funny character. Now let's talk about the flaws. The movie was still really boring and slow going, but no where near as bad as the first one. And it seemed to follow a plot line like Star Wars. Where all of the main characters are related, just the same as most of the heroes in Star Wars are all Skywalkers! And Dave Bautista's character was so annoying, and he got killed off in the end alongside his two relatives. One of which was just introduced and he was a great villain, but he got killed off, and he didn't even get enough screen time. So certain aspects of the movie were fun to see in theatre, but I reckon you should wait to see this movie on streaming services.
10/10
Absolutely phenomenal filmmaking. The talent of Denis Villeneuve and Grieg Fraser are in the cosmos
fletcherw9286 March 2024
Wow. Just absolutely wow. This is without a doubt the greatest film so far this decade and might just be the greatest second part of a book to film adaptation since The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. It might even be better.

Everything about this movie was achieved perfectly. The quality of the cinematography was cosmic and Grieg Fraser needs to be recognised as the powerhouse of talent he is, especially when he works with Villeneuve because the grandiose of the photography of the wide shots in this film are the most vast and mind blowing I have ever seen in a movie IN MY ENTIRE LIFE!!!

The musical score from Hans Zimmer was also incredible. It is very different from the first film. There is a lot less chanting and body shaking drums and a lot more focus on more somber sounding woodwind instruments like the Oboe. The main theme/motif of this film is this Oboe melody that is repeated about 4 times in the film and once again for the credits. It has been playing in my head for the past week and I fear that it may never leave. The music was hauntingly beautiful.

The world building is improved to perfection in this movie and the lore is even deeper. There is more going on in the story in Part 2 and is much more deeply rooted in religious themes, symbolism and prophecy much more than science-fiction. That is my only one real gripe with the movie, it's under the Sci-Fi genre but it doesn't really fit it that well since it feels far more like a religious fable, though that's not really an official genre, isn't it.

Without giving much else away, I just want to tell you to go see it in any theatre that you can. Don't wait too late! Do it now! This is a once in a lifetime cinematic experience!
WHAT A SEQUEL!
JAWSHTV2 April 2024
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Everything about this film was so epic.

To the fight scenes, to the music, to the action, to the performances, to the writing, to the cinematography, this movie just had it all.

Everything was just so great. Timothee Chalamet does a great performance as Paul Atreides, and some of his lines of dialogue that he delivers are so impactful, and WILL be considered iconic a decade from now.

"I am Paul Atreides, Son of Leto Atreides, Duke of Arrakis!" "LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS!" "Our resources are limited, fear is all we have." "May thy knife chip and shatter." "We're Harkonnens. This is how we will survive. By being Harkonnens." "I Am The Voice From The Outer World! I Will Lead You To Paradise!" "SILENCE!" "I believe I matter to these people." "Lead them to paradise." Literally every line he says is so epic, powerful, and moving.

And, the villain, oh my goodness, THE VILLAIN, oh, he is on another level.

He is a scary man, and Austin Butler deserves an Oscar for his performance. It was insane.

This movie was just on another level, that when I start to talk about it, I just might explode! I was the edge of my seat for everything that was happening! I was shocked by mostly everything, because it was just so impactful.

I am so glad Gurney survived, and that scene he had with Glossu was great. That scene shocked me, because it ended so quickly.

This is in my Top 5 EASILY without question! Go see this movie NOW if you haven't already. But obviously watch the first one so it makes sense.

9.6/10.
10/10
Outstanding piece of film.
arielkosedahl4 March 2024
This is my first and only review. The film was so good i felt compelled to share my opinion. I saw the 1984 version and loved it as a kid so i was lookimg forward to see if the 2021 and it surpassed my expectations so much i feared part 2 would fail to deliver, but it delivered and so much more.the 2 hours 40 passed by in a jiffy. Im in awe, speachless and in lack of words. I sat quiet in the car all the way home and so did my spuse and kid of fourteen years. It was amazing and a mindblowing experience for the wole familiy. Go see it om the big screen and get the full experience. I loved it so much I am thinking about seeing it one more time on the big screen before it is taken down.
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7/10
It was Good, But It Was Long
kgprophet2 March 2024
Dune 2 Review

The following was my first reaction after watching this film...

It was good, but it was long. I mean it was good, it was good. But it was long. Now I'm not saying I didn't like it, it was good ok? But it was long. Did it need to be that long? Well ok it was a really big story so yeah OK it probably needed to be that long. But it was long, man. But it was good. But it was long. I don't know what my final decision is because you know, it was good. But it was long...

I caught someone sitting in front of me checking the time as the film slowly slogged on. Performances were solid all around. The story is well worn. The photography was, well, iconic. But it seemed a little too much on the extreme close ups of faces. My god, the lensing was so tight that in one shot the character's eyes were in focus but his nose was out of focus. On Imax, we can inspect every pore on his skin.

Overall, there was something more exciting about part one, as we are introduced to the setup. Am intriguing world shot in a iconic way. Engaging characters in energetic scenes. I saw the first part twice in the theatre. I have the DVD at home and have watched it again since. I am not so excited about revisiting part two. I guess it's a kind of phenomena like the Matrix. The first film was very appealing because of it's well crafted fantasy world that was exciting to learn about. But by the second movie, it was already kind of been there, done that. I sort of had the same reaction with The Dark Knight Rises after enjoying the bombastic Dark Knight.

Dune as a story is so popular, George Lucas used it as one of his sources for Star Wars. The chosen one template is very familiar, and it takes larger-than-life filmmaking to make it something that stands out. This comes in the form of the depiction of a desert world that has gargantuan flying machines. The domiciles in this world are simple but elegant. The costumes are evocative of ancient religions. The music fit as well as it did in part one.

Appropriately, the second movie is simply titled Part Two. For it is more of the same. So the second outing there is less awe to some degree, and more drama, with shots of very very large heads. I'm not knocking this film in any way. I think perhaps my own short attention span is at fault. As an editor, I wouldn't dare question the wisdom of the people who put this together. It is a service to all fans of this classic story to tell it right. Perhaps if I was the director, I would pick up the pacing of the dialogue just a wee little bit. But I'm sure it wouldn't work as well.

In conclusion, the movie has many good scenes of grandeur, but has more scenes of big faces. Sure, great care was taken to hire some of the most attractive faces available, so that helps. I guess I enjoy rollicking adventures more than slightly sedate adventures like this one. Maybe time will change my attitude about Part Two compared to Part One. But for now I will give it a 7 out of 10.
9/10
A Complex Vision
alisonkatebr11 March 2024
The book builds a very large and complicated world, even by science fiction standards. So to even dare to create a film version of it was ambitious from day one. There are so many ways it could go wrong, and so many risks. Part One worked (at least for me). I was apprehensive about Part Two, as I feared it might let me down, or become bogged down in the vast details of the novel, or be yet another victim of film-making by committee so that everything lost its colour and strangeness. That did not happen. This is a special film. It's an intelligent, beautifully made blockbuster. It's an act of devotion for the novels, too.

Dune Part Two is a long, thought-provoking and ambitious film that sets out as a philosophical study of the nature of belief and religion, and manages to be that without losing any of the spectacular visual beauty and drama along the way. It isn't a particularly light or easy film, but it is stunning, and it asks you to pay attention to it fully. It's a serious film. I respect that, because it's a serious book with a serious point to make.

The landscapes are striking and strange. There are thrilling and tense moments. There are also softer moments of intimacy and strong characterisation. I think Lady Jessica particularly comes across as extraordinarily dangerous, manipulative, and without any other options except to be that. Paul is the reluctant messiah who understands that nothing actually compels him to do what the prophecies say, but that at the same time, he will do what the prophecies say, because there is no other way out. His struggles are very well represented and easy to understand, without being over-simplified.

What I did not like, the reason it's a 9 rather than a 10, was that a couple of moments were a little unnaturally segued into, in my opinion. Things seemed to be rather sudden developments on occasion. I also think the ending was good in that it wasn't an ending but just a beginning of a new phase of the story, which fits with the novels and Paul's situation, but it might have left some people rather unsatisfied.
10/10
"Long live cinema" as Denis said
bpowlose2 March 2024
Watched it first day and honestly I expected the movie would be great but my god I was wrong this was beyond greatness the movie was literally a masterpiece. I went to the theater expecting the movie to be 9.5 or 10 but this was a 20. I loved everything about this movie and I wish I could watch it again for the first time and you guys those who haven't watched it yet have that privilege do watch it in a theater because this is the best theater experience of the decade. Watch it in 4k Dolby Atmos or atleast watch it in a theater with good sound and audio quality. This movie is a goosebump fest .
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7/10
As a result the film is incredible and visually stunning.
jp_916 March 2024
"Dune: Part 2" is a big-budget film, filmed in co-production between 8 countries: the United States, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Hungary, Jordan, New Zealand, Italy and the Gambia, resulting in an extraordinary production of great proportions. The cast is top-notch and gives remarkable performances, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, Javier Bardem, Christopher Walken, Charlotte Rampling, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista and Josh Brolin shine in every scene demonstrating their histrionic abilities. Denis Villeneuve's work as a director is excellent, demonstrating his talent behind the cameras. The adaptation of the chapters taken to film from the book "Dune" by Frank Herbert are scripted by Denis Villeneuve himself together with Jon Spaihts, resulting in an epic story, although in some scenes it becomes long and in others it becomes very precipitated. The technical elements such as cinematography, sound design, costume design, editing and special effects are majestically achieved and are a visual delight. Although "Dune: Part 2" is a great film, it falls short of being a complete masterpiece and despite the critical praise that considers it superior to its predecessor, that is exaggerated. As a result the film is incredible and visually stunning.
9/10
Best sequel since "The Dark Knight"
Troy333 March 2024
This movie completely exceeded my expectations. I was captivated by the story, the characters, the world that was built beautifully by Dennis Villeneuve.

I don't want to give too much away, but what I will say is that the last time I experienced such entertainment in a cinema was from watching "The Dark Knight ". This movie is at that exact same level. I am hooked, and cannot wait to see the next installment. Bring on Dune Part 3.

The cinematography and soundtrack complimented each other like cheese & wine. It helped set the mood to an already incredibly impressive story. This movie was all I could ask for to a sequel to Dune Part 1. Dennis Villeneuve will have me anticipating all of his movies from here on out. Thanks for reading.
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10/10
Just one word to describe it: MASTERPIECE
alex_madskills18 March 2024
I don't know what can you say about this movie that wasn't already said. Unbelievable cinematography, CGI, casting, fabulous music and villains. Villneuve did the impossible, adapt probably the hardest book ever in the S. F. universe. Part one was great but part two is FLAWLESS. Do yourself a favor and watch it in IMAX, seriously, you won't regret it.

Who didn't read the books (I envy you, to be able to read it for the 1st time 😀) may talk about minor issues with the script but the director was so faithful to the books and you don't see that in Hollywood nowadays. Of course, you can't cover and entire book in just 2 and a half hour of a movie, but he did it! Villneuve cements his place in the pantheon of top tier directors with this movie.

I can't wait for part 3, I refuse to believe there won't be one, over the years he said his dream is to make a trilogy and close the circle.

In the end, all I can say is go watch the movie, do it in IMAX and enjoy a mind-blowing journey, in one of the best movies ever done. Yes, it's that good!
10/10
The closest movie to perfection in its genre...
AdelazizKenawy2 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve did a perfect job in this movie in all aspects.. it was a product of 3 year effort that paid off really well ... His imagination about the world and different people was very beautiful.. cinematography was perfectly done and cgi as well ... Original score and the background music was spot on ... Fights also were magnificent... Timothé chalamet was phenomenal and Rebecca Ferguson spread fear in me by her acting ... Javier bardem never disappoints as usual ... Austin butler and florence pugh were good additions to the story .. and zendaya .. what a performance from her ... Stallen skarsgard was really unique characher ... And lastly josh brolin what a comeback in the story ... I can't wait to see the last chapter of the journey hoping it will be as perfect as dune 2 and wishing it to be better too .
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9/10
Let's control the Universe
Turanic2 March 2024
Dune Part 2 takes off pretty much where Part1 ended.

It is hard to be unbiased with Dune with all the positive reviews everywhere so I will try to be as open minded as possible...The story focuses on Paul's Guerilla war against house Harkonen as well as explores his role in the Fremen prophecy. The VFX is brilliant, the art style seems to be leaning in between Geiger style for all Harkonen Architecture and Doug Chiang for all the vehicles ... Costumes, VFX, environments there is nothing to complain about there... The script for Paul and Chani is written well, you can feel the chemistry between characters as well, Rebecca Ferguson does well playing lady Jessica, her storyline was intresting to follow... There is one point however where Villeneuve Dune could do better than it did and it's lord Vladimir Harkonen, now don't get me wrong, the acting of Stellan is brilliant, but his script lacks clever plotting and scheming, his script is very straight pure evil, I don't doubt he should be evil, but instead of melancholic evil they could do a sociopathic evil which plots and schemes and comes up with clever ideas to do evil, instead it felt like lord Harkonen is so done with everyone... So apart from that details the film is hell enjoyable and really manages to transfer you into a world of Arrakis for couple of hours...
9/10
More of That Good Stuff from Part One
ericknromero10 March 2024
More of the same great stuff that "Part One" had in it, only more expansive, more explosive, faster paced, and, somehow mixed in with all that, much more intimate. Villenueve chose to alter (at least) two main characters from the book, one in a subtle way and the other dramatically, but it didn't take much away from the gist of Herbert's written work and served to keep the momentum of the movie going.

I've always wondered how movie directors choose what to cut from novels they adapt to the big screen, or what they choose to keep in but change significantly. I respect what the director did here; "Part Two" felt much more emotive and touching to me than the first part, while still presenting those jaw-dropping cinematic moments (a right-of-passage the main character goes through with a sandworm reminded me of that canyon run scene from "Top Gun: Maverick").

All in all, this has instantly become the definitive "Dune" film adaptation, with or without future movies coming out in the franchise, and I feel lucky to be alive at a time I can see them in the theater.
6/10
Just ok
andwhite117 March 2024
Man. Cool to look at but not much going on underneath. Maybe should have been epic TV series like game of thrones. They left SO much out. A lot if good stuff. I know most people haven't read the books but this was really the cliff notes version. I liked the first half but the overall pacing was way off. The last 45 minutes things happened so fast it was like blam blam blam then its over. Where's the kid witch. Wheres the weirding way. Wheres the guild. Somehow they made it seem small. Walken was a pretty non threatening emperor. Almost like an snl skit. Sigh, another unwilling messiah story? I half expected Danaerys to show up on her dragon. I dunno. Guess I am just getting old and jaded. And all this tech but still fighting with swords. The shielding tech isn't really explained so the swords seem dumb. I didn't feel much romance from the leads. It's not explained whats bad about drinking the blue stuff while pregnant. And the music wasn't great either. During romantic scenes it sounded like cheesy 80s sci fi jazz ha. And the final knife fight was pretty lame and hard to tell what was happening. Couldn't they get the the john wick fight choreographers? It was fine but underwhelming overall. Feels like I have seen all this so many time before. It is also easy to overlay a lot of parts from the last jedi which everyone hated. I think maybe the heros journey has been completely wrung dry. Unfortunately.
The second epic.
Star-studded, technically impecabble, cinematographically amazing and continuously bombastic.

Like it's predecessor, "Dune: Part Two" is a genuine cinematic experience, executed with a lot of palpable effort and technical greatness.

Villeneuve has achieved an epic blockbuster, entertaining and artistic as it can be.

Filled with a rich variety of characters, new and old, and with a multitude of storylinest the movie aims to translate the depth and wideness of Frank Herbert's novel. Altough I do not care about it, like some faithful followers of the literary work, one has to acknowledge that the film's translation could never have matched it. This is simply due to technical capabilities.

Nonetheless the movie is overall very impressive with a captivating party. It is not perfect, as shown in my point of view, with the pacing problems. In fact, while the last part is utterly epic, it's rapidity shows structural flaws in the narative level.

The film ends again with a teaser for the third film. The final installment of the Dune Trilogy announces itself as topping everything the two previous movies have achieved. It will be epic.
9/10
This is Science Fiction Royalty at its finest
ahoddevik28 February 2024
This is how to feed the beast known as fans of DUNE The visuals the sound. The atmosphere. It was just full package.

Though there were a few things I kinda wanted to get more the story around instead of the blissful visuals with no dialogue. I tried to nitpick on the cgi but i found it stunning.

More of the Bene Gesserits would have been perfect The lack of certain character in the ending was a strange choice? Alia & her Gom Jabbar?

The lack of "the weirding way" & more focus on religious fanatics & brute violence was a bold choice But it did kind of work with the storytelling.

As with all movies they tend to stray a bit from the source. But I really enjoyed it.

And this movie can proudly crown itself a sequel better than the first instalment.

Well done.
9/10
Excellent film
8512221 March 2024
Greetings from Lithuania.

I liked "Dune: Part Two" (2024) more then a first part because for me at least it run faster, and pacing was near excellent. Don't get me wrong, first film is great but part 2 is better. The cast is amazing and their all did great job and they all are all in for material and directing. Music was superb and cinematography is Oscar worthy, again. And Part 2 felt less dreamy, the one thing is felt was overused in part 1.

Overall, Dune 2 is an excellent, spectacular movie that has to be seen on biggest screen possible. Long, but superbly paced it left me wanting for the inevitable (hopefully) Part Three.
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10/10
A masterpiece.
mataq-915194 March 2024
"Dune 2" continues the epic saga with breathtaking visuals and a gripping storyline. Building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, it delves deeper into the intricate politics and rich lore of the Dune universe. The performances are stellar, particularly from the talented ensemble cast led by Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. The film masterfully balances spectacle with substance, delivering intense action sequences alongside thought-provoking themes of power, destiny, and sacrifice. While some may find its sprawling narrative daunting, fans of the genre will appreciate its ambition and attention to detail. "Dune 2" is a worthy sequel that leaves audiences eagerly anticipating the next installment.
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10/10
Masterpiece!!!
markdrakedev1 March 2024
I'm now a huge fan. Part 1 was good but a bit too slow but Timothée Chalamet performance was outstanding.

Part one gives us a small glance at what's coming and kept us waiting eagerly.

I'll try to review avoiding any spoiler.

Now onto part 2. It started a bit slow again. Seems like some of the events of the first hour should have been in part one but again we keep learning how Paul gets his legendary status and support.

But the second part of the movie is glorious. We have so many great characters and development all over the place. The final battle is exciting, effects are awesome and soundtrack was on track.

This is probably the great work of this generation and my kid was excited with the whole story and universe. I wish they would have given us some of the hints of what's coming but I'm happy on how it ended.

I'm not loving Zendaya in this film. I feel her acting range is not suited for this one as she's the weaker cast in this film. Everyone else is very involved in their character but she's so plain and linear and doesn't match how great Timothée performs here.

Can't wait for the next deliveries. I'm definitely going to see this movie several times as we need to support good movies when they appear. 10/10 and fully recommended.
10/10
Astonishingly Beautiful
aerickw9 March 2024
Just saw it a second time in IMAX.

The first time I was blown away by the visuals, the aesthetics, the grandeur, and fascinated by the story.

The second time I was blown away by the emotional weight of the story and its characters.

Both times this film evoked strong emotions. At the risk of displaying recency bias, I feel comfortable putting this film in my top 10 films of all time.

I will legitimately be sad when this movie leaves the theaters, specifically due to the tremendous nature of the IMAX experience. No home theater will be able to touch its scope and grandeur, I'm afraid.

Take a bow, Denis. Take a bow.
9/10
Breath of Fresh Air in Hollywood
rockdude-680451 March 2024
I saw this movie at the theatre today and I can honestly say it was good! From start to finish it delivered on expectations and truly continued and built a better movie & story from the first one. Without spoilers I can say that what someone would want out of this - you get.

It had dynamic progression with great acting and amazing cinematic shots & sounds. I think this movie was built for the theatre and really got delivered that cinematic feel that I think everyone desires.

The story was great and the while lengthy the pace of the movie rarely had me feeling like it dragged on or was too long. It was right within the balance but the dynamics to its story helped to prevent me from losing interest or checking the time often. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie.

I recommend watching and honestly this one might be better than the first. If anything it definitely delivered on what the first one set up. I'm already looking forward to the next movie and can say this one made me more of a fan and more devoted to the saga!
10/10
What a beautiful movie. It felt like an iconic movie all the way through.
duckforceone-5-6263051 March 2024
Long time Dune fan. Read the books as a kid, watched the movies over the years.

And this one cements Denis Villeneuve as the proper custodian for this tale this time around.

The actors are amazing, even though i'm still a bit on the fence about Timothy.

The score is perfect. It along with the visuals truly makes this movie so perfect.

But what truly sold me, was when watching it in the theater, and the worm ride scene came on.

I caught myself moving and squinting, like i was there in the scene.

It was glorious. A must have experience that can only be delivered on the big screen.

Sure the movie changes some things, but i don't mind as i feel that is to ensure a more fulfilling 3rd part.

See it in the theater.
4/10
Come on! Not spicey!
mgamble920 March 2024
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No. Just no. The high rating for this movie is not warranted. I've enjoyed every movie directed by Villeneuve except this one. I had super high expectations coming in after really enjoying Dune part 1. After making mostly very good movies he dropped the ball here.

Pacing bad. Story was wafer thin. So many useless and undeveloped plot points. Cinematography was so over rated. So many close ups of the actors faces that it ruined the scale of the world and was so overused to become noticeable. The world in part 1 was detailed and mysterious but here we have cliche after cliche. Music was annoyingly loud in spots and not impressive considering Zimmer made it. Acting was OK but Chalamet and Zendaya who were good in part 1 really were a let down here and ultimately miscast. I didn't care about any of the characters. Brolin was the only actor who did well with his small part. Walken was so lame as the emperor. Sting did a better job as the main baddie in the 84 version. Anti-climactic ending. The fight choreography was bad. How did the baddie get stabbed at the end?

Here we have another example of people buying into the hype machine. I'm so annoyed with how people/lemmings are giving 10/10 scores for this failure.
10/10
Very entertaining
joey3012 March 2024
I loved this movie. It was never boring and the characters were perfectly cast. Timothy was great as Paul. There were a lot of fight scenes but they did not ruin the rest of the movie. I may end up seeing it a second time. Fayed was the best looking Feyed so far. I felt if i has not read the book, then i might not have known what was happening to Paul via the spice. I did miss seeing his sister, and I don't quite understand why they changed that, even though I read the explanation. There are a few movies that i have been looking forward to, but this was number one on the list. It will be intersting to see how it does at the boxoffice.
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9/10
Very Spicy
jack_o_hasanov_imdb2 March 2024
It was an epic movie. I am one of those who did not read the book. I was hesitant while watching the first movie, but I watched it anyway, and I was very impressed. But according to what I read, they made half of the first movie into a movie. I was excited for the second movie. I watched it in the cinema yesterday and liked it very much. Of course, I was expecting more epic movies. But still, it was not a disappointment. Everything was fine in the movie. Directing, cinematography, acting, music, editing, effects-everything was very good and worked meticulously. It seems that great importance was given to the sound editing of the film. Hans Zimmer wasn't bad, though. I don't like Timothée Chalamet very much in terms of acting, but he was very good in this movie. Everyone was very good. In fact, Zendaya was the weakest among them. But she was good, too. I was expecting the final battle scene to be more epic, but it was still very okay. Everyone in the cinema was watching with their mouths open. It was so epic. I like it.
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10/10
Not a movie, a decade event.
djameljok7 March 2024
Does the dictionary have enough adjective to describe what I have witnessed at the 70mm IMAX theater today, an epic, extraordinary, breathtaking experience which I recommend all movies' lover to experience.

Every aspect of this movie was well executed, the complexity of the story was geniuously explained as long as the movie runs,in addition the scenario was not boring or expected as long as the new events were smoothly presented.

We should grandly salute the work of actors, the cast was brilliant and each one of them contributed with his unique presence, also a confession that Timothée Chalamet was astonishing, is a must, his character development was so strong that if he asked the audience to fight for him they will do.

The politics were strongly presented, it can be easily related in what is happening now in the middle east, also the movie shows how power can be acquired with different methods and possibilities, depanding on circumstances.

Furthermore, I don't think that I have enough words to describe the world that was built by Denis Villeneuve neither the cinematography by Greig Fraser nor the score by Hanz Zimmer, this trio made sure that we have a master piece in which audience and movie characters were all in one unit.

Now, I can understand why people were saying that this movie is a fusion of Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings and The Dark Knight, all I can say about this statement is that you should watch it at the theater of course and have your own Dune Part Two experience.
10/10
Fanaticism told well
waynemcauliffe-746051 March 2024
I didn't think a big budget film would get the money to be made on this subject. Dune which i love as a book has now been made into a movie about what it's really about. The danger of religious fanaticism. The first part did well in setting up the background but this second half gets to the meat of the story. The battles are better and bigger and so are the sandworms. Chani Paul's girl is shown to be against the idea of Paul becoming their prophet and so is he until he gives into the inevitable. Our modern society is rendered by culture wars and like all good science fiction whenever it's set this film holds a mirror on us and our time.
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10/10
Best Sci-Fi Movie I've Ever Seen
maddmaxx464 March 2024
This was an unbelievable film to watch in theaters. The score and sound effects gave me goosebumps multiple times and it was so easy to lose myself in this film. It easily surpassed part one and took care of all the weaknesses the first film had. There's nothing I like better in the first film which is saying just how good part two turned out to be. The cast was just as good with the recurring characters and added new ones like Butler who played a phenomenal villain. I was also blown away by the color usage this time around. It felt like the entire color spectrum was used throughout the movie giving an incredible viewing experience. The stadium scene being completely black and white gave the whole scene such an eerie feeling to it. A true masterpiece by Villeneuve. 5/5 stars.
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10/10
One of the best movies ever made, Dune: Part 2
irketuzuner4 March 2024
Dune: Part 2 is one of the best movies I have ever seen. The first movie was also good, but I gave it an 8. I give this movie a 10. Timothée Chalamet's acting reaches its peak with this movie. The performances of the other actors were also good, but one of them captivated me. I would even put Rebecca Ferguson's performance ahead of Timothée Chalamet. She was simply mesmerizing. There's not much more to say. Because everything is obvious. It's a perfect movie. Towards the end of the movie, my smart wristband gave me a pulse alert. Because the music of the movie affected me a lot. I think it is very lucky for the Oscar nominees that the movie was not released in 2023, otherwise Oppenheimer and the other nominees would have no chance against Dune. I can already say that Dune will win all the awards at the Oscars in 2025. I bow to Denis Villeneuve and look forward to the third movie.
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10/10
It's an experience
loganmerrill26 February 2024
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Just got out of the early access screening, and all I can say is wow. Truly blew my mind, from start to finish, the film keeps the foot on the gas peddle and doesn't allow you to breath even for a second.

The arena has got to be one of my favourite scenes in any movie, the cinematography, colour, score and performance by Butler is truly a sight to behold.

Outstanding performances by Timothe and Butler, with Timothe showing his range throughout the course of the movie, morphing into the thing he tries to avoid the most, and Butler playing the psychopath amazingly well. One you want to see in IMAX, memorable experience.
10/10
Frank Herberts best adaptation.
sugasolineria29 February 2024
Frank Herbert's classic science-fiction epic, Dune has been rewritten and filmed many times. And there are others planned for the future.

However, it is necessary to watch this new release for comparison. Yes, the story and even the pronunciation of words vary from the book. However, for those that have not read the book some parts of the movie you will not like are right out of the book.

The cast alone is worth watching and even though you tend to say, "Now where have I seen that actor before," the actor does not stand out past the character they are portraying.

The total abscence of the fj agenda makes this movie a gem.
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10/10
Mind blowing can't think about it ✨
Lijin_252 March 2024
Once again all hail to Dennis Villeneuve. Man made a movie that even better than the first part. The wait is worth for it. The screenplay, cinematography, visual effects everything at top notch. The worm shots everything at its finest. The way first half nobody would expect this much turnaround in the second half.

Oooh man hans Zimmer this guy always came up with something new. In the second half the sound track lite it up the theater. I was watching an awe. In my life i always looked out these guys. Can't wait for the third part. I know thats gonna be a story of the tragedy. Also the can't forget the performance of zendaya, tim and austin butler.
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10/10
Let's be serious, guys..
olivermasson4 March 2024
Appreciate that everyone is entitled to their opinion, so here's mine: anyone giving this less than a solid 9 needs to re-evaluate themselves as a person. Because you either have no imagination or are just generally a negative human. This film has everything and is a modern day great. Easily the best cinematic experience I've ever had, comparable to films like the dark knight trilogy and the original Star Wars films.

For a nearly three hour long film, basically nobody got up to go for a toilet break and the entire time I felt totally present, gripped by it.

Don't listen to anyone on here leaving poor reviews. Go and watch the film and see the magic for yourself.
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10/10
A feast for your eyes
ladyliliroche1 March 2024
Like wow... just wow... Dennis Villeneuve is truly the master of science fiction. Thank you for making this and introducing me to the world of Dune.

I think as someone who had not read the book but then was so intrigue by the world after the first Dune movie and started reading and watching the summary of the book, the premonitions of it all was so good.

The movie was intense, helped by the amazing soundtrack and sound design. I think it truly should win some award for the sound design.

The cinematography is beautiful and oh my freaking god... the set design... the brutalism architecture paired with this harsh environment and also this interior design. It does remind me a lot of ai art, especially looking at the harkonnes interior, but I still love it. I am weak to brutalism and just amazing harsh line. I do think blade runner has more interesting interior but this one is also amazingly done. Spacious and just so powerful and huge.

Timothee is amazing.. to think he was casted as Wonka and now to this movie. A reminiscence of his role in the King. Vulnerability but then all commanding. A formidable presence. I am looking forward to all of his future roles.

Javier Bardam... bringing in the believer. Zendaya a powerful presence too. Perfectly casted as Chani who has her own character and stature. Florence Pugh... love the costume.

Rebecca Fergusson... commanding. Love her always. And the surprising appearance by lea sedoux... sexy as always. Josh brolin... and many others. Do say seeing anna taylor johnson took me out of the movie a little bit.

But yeah... I would love to rewatch this movie again.
7/10
Solid movie - but hardly the "best sci fi of all time" level
sunnyinjersey6 March 2024
There's been a lot of hyperbole and superlatives about this movie since it released. While it is a solid, entertaining sci fi movie, labeling it the GOAT or anything similar to that, is just people fanning out over it. Maybe it's just the time that we're living in now, where people are prisoners of the moment far too often but I remember a time when it took something way more groundbreaking than what this movie offers to call it the greatest sci fi movie of all time. There's really nothing "special" about it. Sure, the cinematography is strong and some of the action scenes are very entertaining but there's nothing crazy innovative about this film. It's a sort of paint by the numbers - messiah type tale. The chemistry between zendaya and chalamet is really good and Butler turns in a solid turn as the villain. But outside of that, there's nothing that's gonna etch this movie in the sands of time, imo. I remember when The Matrix came out and seeing that in theaters and being completely mind blown by it!!! I had never seen anything like that before. It may be unfair but that'll be a standard I'll hold any movie vying for "best sci fi film of all time" to until my last days as a film watcher. This is a solid movie but don't buy into the hype, temper your expectations and you'll enjoy it just fine.

Definitely a film that is more enjoyable on a large screen with great surround sound. The director and his crew set up some really great looking shots that are best enjoyed on a large screen. With that said, the score and visual aesthetic is very one note and drab. Which, I get it, it's part of the mood and tone the director is going for. But for me it's very sterile and cold. Not an insane fun, hold on to the seat of your pants type film with a ROUSING score that gets you hyped for the action that's unfolding before you. Having seen Dune Part One recently, it's not that I necessarily expected that from this movie but when I heard the "goat" word being thrown around, it did raise my expectations of what we'd see on the screen.

Again, a fine film but nothing genre defining imo. One of those that you can watch once and you'll be fine with lol.

Unlike the best of this genre where you can't wait to rewatch it over and over and over again...! Where the action is unlike anything you've ever seen, the characters are rich and layered, and likable figures. The score is fun and captivating even if it's a dark one. You go and tell everyone that they need to watch this movie ASAP. In my book, that's the TRUE definition of any films that look to call themselves the greatest sci fi film of all time.
10/10
Cultural, Important, Intense
hanschsolo3 March 2024
When the screen turned black, I felt an intense sadness that this Is it. This is the greatest. This is the limit of what cinema can achieve.

You can't talk about Dune without talking about religion. It somehow manages it to critique monotheistic religious concepts like Christianity and Islam, without ever feeling pretentious. It offers room to rethink the whole idea of religion. Every characters offers different perspective, and how someone perceives what exactly the film wants to say is up to them, but no matter what, I've never seen a film with such strong substance.

For me, Dune is a demonstration that faith Is control, you can only guide a mass with belief, worshipping someone will always have horrific effects on society. Individuality is lost in the process of worshipping and existing-for-a-higher-reason.

There is so much cultural influence from Christianity and Islam in Dune, and that makes it's story more realistic and interesting. It makes it clear that it's speaking towards these religious ideas, this is what makes Dune feel like less of an work of fiction, but more of an analysis and take on monotheistic religions intertwined with climate change in an science-fiction setting.

Dune 2 It's filmmaking style Is literally the final stage of IMMERSIVE and INTENSE. I want to thank all the VFX- and sound design artists personally for making it feel like I'm living through this with the characters on arrakis. Words literally cannot explain what Dune 2 feels like. Jessica drinking the water of life, The whole first worm ride scene, the arena scene, the final knife fight... These are the scenes that got me the most goosebumps. But to be honest, the whole picture is made with so much care and love that makes it hard to choose a favorite.

Denis Villeneuve just understands how to direct and motivate a crew properly. He made everyone do their job just so damn good, there is no single aspect that comes short, I missed these kind of films with so much care and love and vision, that it feels fresh again.

But Dune 2, isn't just some film from that category. It deals with highly critical and ever-lasting topics, that'll always be important until the end of our very existence. It doesn't matter whether you're religious or not, everyone should see this film to see belief and worshipping from a different perspective. I love Dune 2, this is how films should hold mirrors up to society.
10/10
One Word: Perfection
janniktheninja5 March 2024
If I had to describe this movie in one word, there would be no way around the word perfection.

Denis Villeneuve has combined an almost flawless story with ingenious and unique cinematography and breathtaking scenery and this movie came out of it.

Combined with Hans Zimmer's music, which makes you feel like you're on another planet even without the movie, this film creates a perfect and almost unique atmosphere.

I watched it in IMAX and I have to say it was earth shattering. If you don't plan on watching this movie, you won't find a part of yourself that you didn't know you needed.

I didn't know a film could impact me in a way Dune 2 did.
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10/10
BEST MOVIE OF THE YEAR
brysonebarber8 March 2024
This is the kind of movie that is impossible to do justice, just by talking about it! It is the kind of experience you had once.. but you never thought you would get again.. until this movie proves you WRONG!

This movie take the aspects of the first movie and improves upon them in almost every way possible, already writing itself into the books of greatest sequels of ALL TIME!!

Everything in this movie was TOP notch! Dennis Villeneauve proves why he is not only a master of Sci-Fi movies, but just filmmaking in general! This was a demonstration of power, in what you can achieve with filmmaking!

I beg you to watch this on the biggest and best screen you can find! This will be an experience that will stick with you forever!

I though real blockbuster was dead.. but I was wrong! This is the cinematic experience I craved!

Now I am gonna watch this movie again, and again, and again! Then I am possibly gonna read the books!
10/10
Breathtakingly fantastic.
nymberg8328 February 2024
I had the pleasure of watching this movie yesterday at the Swedish premiere and oh man was a mesmerized by the beauty of it all!

Being honest, I instantly fell in love with part one and I have probably watched it more times than what would be deemed sane, or healthy.

So, watching part two was a no brainer to me and needless to say, my expectations where very high.

As the credits rolled I didn't want to leave my seat. Denis Villeneuve did it again. He blew my mind.

He portrayed the world of Dune in a way I didn't believe was possible. Everything is cinematically grandiose and glues you to your seat in awe.

The sci-fi elements of Dune are out of this world, not since the release of the first Star Wars have I seen so many innovative solutions to visualise it. Everything from the Harkonnen desert suits to the mortar ships are things never seen before that excites the mind. This paired up with the amazing sound effects offers a cinematic experience like no other.

The movie itself, the storytelling, pacing and the acting is stellar. No complaints at all.

I might be biased but this is a must for anyone that enjoys sci-fi.

11/10 Sandworms.
10/10
A sci-fi epic for ages!!
ruelshepperd3 March 2024
I am so so happy with how this film turned out. I love the Dune Books and I loved Part 1. But Part 1 was just a juicy appetiser to what is an extraordinary Part 2. This film is one of the best of the decade and maybe even of the century.

To start with the obvious, the visuals, music and sound are top notch. This film is why people go to cinemas. The CG is flawless and at no point was my immersion broken. Hans Zimmer masterfully builds on his score from Part 1 with some truly great stuff. The cinematography is gorgeous and shows off Greg Fraiser's immense talent.

The ensemble cast are all excellent, no bad performances are to be seen. Timothée Chalamet excels as Paul Atreides and he is excellent at playing the naive boy turned ruthless war general. Zendaya brings extra dimensions to Chani that arguably exceed the book version. In fact, The Fremen in general are more developed and diverse than in the book. Everyone gives it their all but the absolute standout is Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha. He is unrecognisable but does such an excellent job at giving the character great presence and charisma.

There are deviations from the book, but they're all done well and are all done in service of a stronger, more streamlined and more digestible film overall. What's important is that the core themes of the book are perfectly intact within this film. The ideas are explored expertly and every moment feels well built and earned. While there are moments that may seem rushed, the book spends the exact same amount of time on them. Besides, the time is used well to develop characters.

Overall, Dune Part 2 is nothing short of a masterpiece. It's everything a fan of the franchise could want. Like LoTR before it, it is a perfect adaption of its source material. This and part 1 make a complete package and they will likely go down in history as quintessential sci-fi classics and must-watch movies.
10/10
Who let these guys cook?
ttjgj2 March 2024
There were so many moments where my friend and I look each other in the eyes on a no homo basis with our mouthed open.

Dennis Villeneuve camera usage was phenomenal. The shots were crazy. The pace was perfect with no really boring moments.

With my friend and I being producers the sound scape was magnificent. Hans Zimmer der Hammer!

I'm don't really care that much about the acting. I think doesn't need much to convince me. That's probably why my friends can gas light me so easily. Really nothing to complain about.

2 hours and 46 minutes is really perfect with a quick break.

Really a 10/10 from me.
10/10
Just phenomenal
pattyemmyy3 March 2024
Absolutely an amazing movie. I could not believe 3h went by in the blink of an eye. All of the actors were fitted to their roles perfectly and acted in a convcincing manner. The esthetics of the movie were pleasant, music captivating and special effects generous. There were funny moments in the movie (or maybe it was just me finding it funny). I don't remember last time I've seen a movie this good. Absolute masterpiece!! After it finished I just wanted to carry on and watch it for longer and longer. Now I need to read books as I cannot wait for another movie part to come up which probably will be in another couple of years.
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10/10
A Masterful Blend of Visual Splendor and Narrative Depth
robertomauri28 February 2024
The film picks up seamlessly from where the first part left off, with Paul Atreides embracing his destiny as the messianic figure known as Muad'Dib. As Paul navigates Arrakis, he faces new challenges and discovers himself together with the enigmatic Fremen warrior Chani, whose relationship with Paul deepens amidst the turmoil of revolution.

Visually stunning and meticulously crafted, transporrted me to the desolate yet enchanting world of Arrakis,The cinematography captures the grandeur of the desert planet while also highlighting its harsh beauty.

In addition to its visual and narrative prowess, "Dune: Part Two" also explores themes of power, religion, and identity with thought-provoking depth. As Paul grapples with his newfound status as a religious figurehead and the weight of his own destiny, the movie raised compelling questions about the nature of leadership and the consequences of such power.

Overall, this was a masterful continuation of Denis Villeneuve's ambitious adaptation, delivering spectacle, substance, and emotional resonance in equal measure. With stunning visuals, compelling performances, and rich thematic depth, it was and always will be, a must watch for me.
10/10
It Took My Breath Away
frankbidak4 March 2024
Experiencing this sequel was a revelation, offering an immersion into a universe that rivals the depth and complexity of the most acclaimed fantasy series. The film's intricate world and narrative grandeur strongly suggest revisiting its predecessor, although its standalone prowess equally engages both longstanding fans and newcomers. Denis Villeneuve's directorial genius shines, making a compelling case for his stewardship over such epic narratives.

Surpassing its prequel, the sequel boasts a mesmerizing score by Hans Zimmer, alongside unparalleled technical mastery in visual effects and cinematography, setting new benchmarks. The narrative weaves deeper character arcs while introducing captivating new figures, all amidst jaw-dropping action that leaves a lasting impression.

This film not only concludes the journey begun earlier but also skillfully lays the groundwork for future explorations in this saga. Anticipation for its sequel, "Dune: Messiah," is high, with hopes it will further elevate the genre in upcoming awards seasons, challenging prevailing biases against fantasy/sci-fi narratives.

An IMAX viewing is recommended to fully appreciate this cinematic masterpiece, poised to become a genre-defining classic. This sequel comes highly recommended, promising an unforgettable cinematic experience.
9/10
Breathless, Brealth Taking and Brazen
mha-8932729 February 2024
Dune II is very loud, and not just the sound track or effects. The characters, the actors, their masterful delivery, the settings, the dialogue, the writing, the storyline, the production, effects and photography, the direction; all these things vibrate with a heavy, redolent air of urgency, crisis and gravitas. There is an immense emotive weight behind this movie's production. The primary actors in this tale are powerful and astonishingly well portrayed. The heavy religious backstory which empowers this movie is unvoiced but dominant never the less. Violence, and there is no shortage of that, prevails, but seemingly it is more a response to genocidal repression than a specific ethnic pogrom, or politic strategy.

Even so, the response of the Freman to their attackers, is grounded, inherent and succinctly Neolithic in the timbre of its violence. Hand to hand interchanges with sacred blades, the teeth of the massive sand worms, leaves most foes with some serious linkage. Eventually, though, politics does win out. Where the third installment of this series will go, a la the original books' storyline, is difficult to conceive. This is not because it is not written, rather it's because it becomes harder to understand and relate to. At the end of the movie, the humble, self-effacing Paul Atreides seems left behind in the in escapably blind willingness to surrender to his own predestined fate as Emperor. Seemingly, the new Duke has become much more than human.
10/10
The Bar for Sci/Fi
guidetosuccesslife6 March 2024
Brilliant!!! Epic!!! Visually Stunning!!! A treat for the senses!!!! A Cinematic masterpiece. Sets the Bar for Science Fiction movies. A truly immersive experience that transports you for nearly 3 hours to another world. "A" Listers brought their "A" game!!! Testosterone and Estrogen oozed off the screen. Battle scenes and hand to hand combat to rival anything that came before it. Truly a creative spectacle to behold. No disappointments here. Incredible cinematography, world building, costume design, score, editing and acting, makes this not only the best sci/fi film of the year but probably of the decade. Will for sure be Nominated for several Oscar's, and will be considered one of the greatest of all time.
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10/10
Dune is Cinema
betomejiagaguay11 March 2024
This movie was a completely immersive experience, Dune is a real achievement in cinema nowdays.

The Characters, the story, the soundtrack and even the peace felt so well done that is hard to believe that this movie is almost 3 hours long.

The wait for this sequel was totally worth it, Villanueve knows the exact way to take audience's breath and capture their attention, he's aware of the "peace problem" from the last part, that now has perfectioned something that it was already perfect, making the film felt more exciting and compelling.

This movie is everything that was the first one and more, this kind of movie is reason why theaters exist, and Dune part 2 made me remeber it!
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10/10
Mainstream Sci-Fi at its finest
malmevik773 March 2024
Dune Part Two

I had the good fortune of seeing part one only a few weeks ago, so the story was fresh in my head when I sat down to watch this one. I was very happy to see a lot of people in the theater at 10:30 am on a Saturday. Being surrounded by fellow science fiction fans was something I had missed.

This movie was amazing. First I want to celebrate the fact that Lisa Gerrard did some of the vocals in one of the greatest movie scores I've ever experienced. I think the last movie she worked on was Gladiator nearly 25 years ago, and her voice is still perfection.

For a film based in the desert, the cinematography still managed to capture the multifaceted landscapes over sand dunes, caves, cities and the genius work with those giant worms.

The plot continues immediately where part one left off, and it hardly spent a moment recapping. If you haven't seen part one, then that's on you. While watching the movie there were parts I was expecting to pick at when I wrote this review, but they all were answered before the close of the movie.

Religion, prophecy and destiny are heavily featured as the main themes. Paul is concerned that blind religious fanatics will do too much while following him, when he only wants to settle down as one of the Fremen. The entire Bene Gesserit faith, with the devious Reverend Mother in the lead, uses those themes as a way to control and direct all of the ways of the empire. These were touched on in the first film, but now we get to see how they play out.

I won't spoil anything, so there's not much else left to say other than run, don't walk, to the theater. Movie theaters need support, and blockbusters like this cost money to make. As a man who grew up in the 1980s and 1990s, today's fantasy, sci fi and comic book action movies are a dream come true for me. Both Dune films are epic and deserve credit for continuing to bring "nerdy" escapism to the forefront of people's minds when choosing a movie. Bringing the debate of prophecy and action taken, as a chicken and the egg commentary, is also welcome because the fans have always known how deep these stories can get.

Last comment: Don't drink anything before hand. This film is very long, but worth every minute.
10/10
Sequel surpassed part 1, and it was a pretty good thing in the first place
mychakk2 March 2024
Just saw a Marathon of part 1 and 2. I loved part 1, it has such a quiet, slow, philosophical feeling to it. The second one is more action, more pacy, woth fabulous charactersiations, part 1 was great but 2 is even so much better. I loved the funny delivery, many people laughed outloud in the cinema. Also the acting, the scenery, the music. A masterpiece. I also loved that there weren't prolonged sequences of fights or anything, in a way it's a movie of vignettes that are well executed, well conected and make logical and easy to follow story. And I speak it as a person that has not read the series. Finally, when I realised it's already the second part of the film and we are nearing the end, all I was able to think was, it's going to be a looooong wait for part 3. Because I want it here NOW, LOL.

12/10 for me.
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9/10
Didn't expect it too be this good !!
incisivetv23 March 2024
"Dune" delivers an immersive cinematic experience that is truly unparalleled, especially when viewed on the grand scale of IMAX. From the breathtaking visuals to the mesmerizing music score, every aspect of this film contributes to an unforgettable journey. Timothy Chalamet's portrayal of the central character is nothing short of remarkable, showcasing his evolution from a reserved young man to a formidable warrior. The plot unfolds seamlessly, drawing viewers into a rich and intricate world where every detail is meticulously crafted. Overall, "Dune" is a cinematic masterpiece that more than justifies its presence on the big screen.
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9/10
An Excellent Sci-Fi Epic
dplowsav10 March 2024
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Dune: Part Two doesn't drop the ball when it comes to the narrative, visual and audio masterpiece that it is. Having seen it in IMAX quality, definitely an experience and one that I will look forward to seeing again outside of the Cinema.

Butler's role as Feyd was impressive despite the limited screen time that he had, although it's hard to say he amounted to much in the film but this is how the book narrative goes so it isn't surprising.

I've seen the original David Lynch's Dune, which is still decent for what it is, but the modern takes are far superior in almost everyway.

One thing that I enjoy about these films is the audio impact. Denis Villeneuve cannot be criticized for the sound design on these films; they feel iconic, impactful and futuristic, particularly certain scenes that have the mongolian-like throat singing being uttered as a different language.

Visually, just like Villeneuve's Blade Runner, it's beautifully shot and there are some amazing visuals of the Dune stretched sand plains. Despite it being a desert, you still get the sense that this is an alien planet.

I did personally feel the ending was almost rushing towards its conclusion and the big battle that takes place towards the end was let down in scope and design somewhat. It was one of the very few areas that I thought the David Lynch film did better, if only slightly. It didn't sour the experience though.

Denis Villeneuve has made a setup for part 3 and that is most certainly gonna happen.

One disappointing post-movie element that concerns more about Villeneuve than the film itself is his obsession with refusing to release deleted scenes. Normally these things get brushed under the carpet and rarely discussed, but so much talk about this has popped up in the media recently and the reason is because the actors in these scenes have spoken out concerning these scenes.

Villeneuve seems almost obsessed with the notion that his theatrical vision is finale and the fat that he trims from the film are discarded. This is understandable and you can't fault him for it, but it is disappointing that this is his stance.

You could look at Blade Runner's disappointing theatrical cut vs the directors final cut and you can see the difference; the directors cut is the superior with deleted scenes added in and the narrative greatly improved.

What if we never saw Saruman's downfall in LOTR: Return of the King if Peter Jackson decided that infamous scene should remain cut?

We have the same problem in Part 2 with a certain character who was in Part 1 conspicuously absent. One could make the argument that Villeneuve's vision is somewhat hampered by him fighting the runtime limits enforced upon him by having him cut important scenes that sometimes add the missing context.

Regardless of that, Dune Part 2 can't be missed; Part 3 is going to have a very tough time to follow up considering it's story is profoundly different from the previous two iterations.
9/10
Without a Question the Most Epic Movie to Ever Exist. How Can You Go Back to Regular Movies After This?
lovemichaeljordan28 February 2024
First off, this movie is epic and badass -- what more could you ask of a movie? This is why we go the the cinemas. There are so many moments that will make you have goosebumps, and what more could you want from a movie? The fact that this movie even exists is crazy. The sheer scale of this masterpiece is mindblowing. How can you go back to watching a normal movie after this? It's easier to name a few minor problems than writing 20 pages of praise.

This is an all-star cast with a lot of talent. Chalamet is outstanding and he has shown why he is a true movie star. He was frightening on screen. I was ready to bow and call him my king. And Zendaya delivers a masterclass in acting. She is the heart of the movie and her performance moved me. Butler is also phenomenal, but the problem is that he did not get a lot of screen time. When he's there, he is amazing, but he is barely in the film! It was, honestly, disappointing to have such a great villain and performance not be in the movie longer. It was anticlimactic.

The whole movie builds up to the final showdown between the houses. It's cool, I guess, but it does not have any real kick. There does not seem to be any stakes. The big action sequences were not as great as the first one. It works, but it's nothing special. The story is the most interesting with Paul's (Chalamet) journey and transformation. Also, the more intimate action sequences, only featuring a handful of characters, are incredible (for example: the harvester scenes and the knife fight).

With that being said, this might be the greatest film ever. Everything good is just so great. Never has a movie reached this high before.
10/10
Truly epic and sensational filmmaking
jakebunker19 March 2024
This movie is absolutely incredible and breathtaking. I thought Dune Part One was slow paced in trying to present the set-up for the rest of the story and made it boring for me. While the movie is still a bit slow-paced, thankfully this part is a massive improvement. The story finally feels like it's going somewhere and it's great to be along for the ride. I never felt bored and was honestly entertained the entire two and a half hour length.

The movie is absolutely stunning in its cinematography and is one of the greatest visual spectacles I've ever seen. Especially since the whole movie is essentially sand that really says something to how impressive it looks. And the sound. Oh, baby, the sound. Whoever worked on the sound editing/mixing really deserves a medal. The score by Hans Zimmer is nothing short of amazing. Not every part is a masterpiece but when it needs to shine it really does. A theater experience is something I won't ever regret when watching this movie. Timothee and Zendaya did pretty good and so did the other performers. It's honestly really difficult for me to think of a valid criticism. It's borderline Lord of the Rings good; that's how amazing this film is. Honestly would not mind an extended 4 hour version. I'm excited to see where they go with Dune: Messiah, and I'm glad to see another epic fantasy movie really hit the mark.
10/10
movie of the year, undoubtedly
tcbvxyxc26 February 2024
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Visually stunning, gripping acting, and an insane story this movie was actually so good i cried 3 times at some of the beautiful shots.

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the worm riding scene... was absolutely crazy and so memorable, making me already want to rewatch just an hour after leaving the theater. Austin butlers performance was brilliant and the fight between him and paul... just so good. This may just become one of the top trilogies of all time, competing with the likes of the lord of the rings and the original star wars films. Only time will tell but for now i am in awe with how much better it was than the first.
9/10
Best Sci-Fi/Action film since Dark Knight
snorrebrekke1 March 2024
Well where do I even begin. Review done by @RatedFairly on x.

Denis Villeneuve congratulations. This is one of the best movies I have ever watched. It's definetly in my top 15. Maybe top 10 or higher movies of all time. So let's break down why

Music: Hans Zimmer. Greatest of all time. The music that is portrayed through the film is just perfection. It's fantastic. It's tasty. It's impressive and it's filled with emotions. Every scene tells a tale and a story but with the music it becomes dreamy. Absolutely fantastic to see and feel and hear.

Writing: This movie actually follows the books. I haven't personally read the books but many of my close friends has and they all say they are very pleased. From a neutral point of view, the lines, the way the movie and character was shown was fantastic. How certain words and lines, like Javier Bardem put out can fill your head with a much larger picture, is exactly what this movie needs. So well "world building". I am just deeply impressed. It wasn't too much comedy or jokes, but the perfect amount that got everyone in the cinema laughing, to people in the cinema crying and being impressed by the scenery.

Visuals: Breathtaking. Fantastic. I don't have enough words. Some of the CGI (like 2 or 3 small parts) I found a bit odd but that's just movies for you. The visuals were fantastic. Denis is right. Some scenes you don't need words or lines to portray emotion or set the scene. Music and certain visuals will do it for you. Scary, Epic, Insane, Love. Everything was perfect. I am deeply impressed. Only movie recently with better visuals was Avatar 2 and that says A LOT!!!

Characters: I don't want to make this way to long but wow. Timothy killed it. Javier killed it. Austin killed it. Zendaya killed it. Every actor killed it. Stellan was just PERFECT AGAIN!!! Scary as a ...... just fantastic man. So well done. Acting was perfect. Switching between emotions. I have just no words. This movie was just fantastic.

Like I put on x, I rate this movie 8.8 out of time. Which is a high for me. I have very few films above 9 but this was one of those that was really close.
7/10
Overhyped But Still Good
yoyopa2 March 2024
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I think everyone has just come to expect complete hack written formulaic garbage from Hollywood to the extent that when something good does come out it's treated like It's the Mau'Dib of movies.

The first movie felt like a beautiful 2+ hour trailer. In part 2 there was obviously a great deal more development and yet there were several pockets of the movie that just felt like a waste of time. When things were happening they felt rushed and undersold and when they weren't they just dragged on.

For example - Paul's pre born sister Alia felt wildly underwhelming. And she's one of the biggest reveals of the books. I also felt like Villeneuve left maybe a bit too much on the cutting room table. Part 2 felt oddly g-rated. The violence was largely bloodless like a marvel movie and intimate scenes were shot from the shoulders up.

Dune is far more adult than that. Personally that's what I've been "thirsting" for. A movie like this made for adults.

Performances were by and large well done.

Chalamet turns in his usual subdued but strong performance.

Zendaya seems a little out of place this time around now that she actually had a role rather than only being in visions. She mostly reminded me of an angry 12 year old boy.

Javier Bardem and his fanatical Stilgar were great and once he becomes a believer you can see Bardem really start to have fun.

Rebecca Ferguson is still by far the strongest actor in this series. Every shot she's in - you just don't blink. She's absolutely mesmerizing.

Josh Brolin does his Josh Brolin thing. Serves his purpose.

Austin Butler, you can tell puts alot of work into his roles. He does well here.

Florence Pugh is more like furniture to me. Like everything I've seen her in I know she's there but I'm not really paying attention to her. In Oppenheimer I realized I was ignoring her when she was on screen and I wasn't even doing it on purpose.

Which leads me to my problems with this cut of the film - Pugh and Christopher Walken just felt empty.

There wasn't enough time spent trying to understand them. Less b-roll of the desert and maybe more focus on character development would have been good.

Why would the emperor kill Paul's father who was like a son to him? I know they explained it but it didn't feel... enough. I didn't know or care enough about the character or his motivations to feel genuine. Even if his reasons were manufactured by a certain group and exacerbated by his own pettiness, fear, and jealousy. This is a movie. This is Show not Tell.

With all of that being said - Dune Part 2 is by far the best thing to come out of Hollywood in years which is why people are freaking out like it's the 2nd coming. We're so deprived of quality and not original but fresh filmmaking that we'll worship anything decent.

Oppenheimer made a Billy(yes bc it was tied to Barbie) and that was literally nothing but people talking for 3 hours in different rooms. We're desperate.
10/10
A Masterpiece
Dune: Part 2 is worth a watch. Multiple watches even. On the biggest screen with the best sound available. It is pure IMAX wonder. The cinematography is gorgeous, the music and sound eerie and unsettling at all the appropriate moments, the direction is wonderful, and the characterization brilliant, the plot follows the spirit of the books. If you are a fan of the books, there are certain critiques to be had, which are valid from a fan who knows what they're talking about. However, if you are to introduce a newbie to Dune...Part 1 and Part 2 here are a great way to do so. I can't imagine how many people will read the Dune series because of this film. Watching Paul's character arc is worthwhile and satisfying and the main thread of the film. The supporting cast/characters arguably steal the show, which says a lot about them because Chalamet did wonderfully. And yes, all the disappointed Zendaya fans from Part 1 for her lack of screen time, you get to see more of Zendaya in this one. There are twists and turns in the story that will keep you guessing and even leave you feeling deeply unsettled because, well, that's Dune's story. The fight scenes have intense tension, characterization, storytelling, and drama. This movie is a classic in the making, and a sight to behold! Bravo.
10/10
A Great Person Parameter
danriny29 February 2024
If a person thinks that Dune 2 is one of the best movies of all time, you can trust her with your life.

If a person thinks that Dune 2 is a materpiece, you can be friends with her and even marry her, you are set.

If a person thinks that Dune 2 is a great movie, you can hang out with her, it Will be fun.

If a person thinks that dune 2 is an ok movie, becareful with her, open your eyes.

If a person thinks that dune 2 is a awful movie, stay away imedially! For good!

If a person thinks that dune 2 is the worst movie ever made, that person needs to be in an mental facilitie.

Simple as that! A great and precise people thermometer.
10/10
The movie experience I've always desired
doncorejp11 March 2024
This movie experience has been unlike anything I have ever experienced inside a movie theater before and I have been blown away by Christopher Nolan a few times and I thought he had no equal when it comes to spectacle and storytelling on the biggest screens possible until Denis Villeneuve. First prisoners impressed me followed by sicario but then the stunning bladerunner2049 showed me Denis is the real deal. Then he made dune part one which already cracked my all time top 5 and solidified my belief Denis may be the best blockbuster filmmaker of this generation including Nolan. Dune Part 2 was another experience entirely, it was the most profound and powerful movie experience I've ever had in a theater before. This film made me feel everything it had to say with such massive and grand world building but yet so intimate. Part 2 was such a visceral and intense experience that I've always hoped to see one day in a theater and I now have finally tasted that experience firsthand and I feel blessed to have experienced it. I've seen it twice now and it was the same but different feeling each time. If you have not seen it on IMAX yet do not waste your experience on anything less trust me.
10/10
Masterpiece once again
coreyjwhyte4 March 2024
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Masterpiece in design and everything artistic possible. Direction is amazing. The pace of the film is perfect. Everything feels natural, meaning all the different people of the universe flow together is well as being their own. I think people will critique the fast pace in the last quarter but it's conceptual towards the nature of the story, the approaching war and death was coming fast, you needed to feel that, they need the people on his side fast because this, therefore also his flip flop with emotion and power and belief would be all over, his house but also love for others, lead him to a combination of beliefs, will makes it seem like all of sudden he's his house again but that's always there. Which is why Zendayas character is pissed, it took a lot for her to accept him, but she need him to be all hers. All the whole story is about power play and for you the viewer to question morals.
10/10
An absolute masterpiece
hxpgcq29 February 2024
I had instants of goosebumps running through my body more times than I can count. It was an absolute thrill to watch. Everything is carefully executed, from the music to the visuals. It is all pure magic and so beautiful to watch. The dynamics of power, beliefs and the environment makes the backdrop for the plot so captivating. The movie was so magical that I completely lost track of time, and thus feared that the movie would suddenly end, because I could not get enough of it. The movie was everything it needed to be and was a perfect adaptation that will probably become one of my all time favorites.
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8/10
Great experience (Visual and Sound)
alibrahim13 March 2024
Great Movie!

Can't wait for the 3rd part, Im sure it will be filled with mind blowing visual and sound effects. Timothy really stood out to me, his composure at first and then the shift in his personality later on. He excelled in every scene.

Honestly, I feel like this part was very thorough and didn't leave any plot unexplained. Everything was clear and direct. Some slow parts but enjoyed it and didn't feel the time.

A thing I didn't like and like at the same it. The overuse of sound effects and score, i felt it throughout the movie. Dont get me wrong! Hans is a legend!! To show how much he is legendary, you can see how he could transform the movie like that into a masterpiece!!I I'm sure Dune wouldn't be the same without him, and that's what i don't like! I don't like that many scenes depended on it. Rather than depending on the shot and dialogue it self.

You can see from the last couple of years, the shift of film in having mind blowing Visual effects and Sound effects. Looks like this era of film will be like that. Not against it but something to note.

Amazing Chalamet, Vellaneuve and Hans!
10/10
Dunes perfection
jonathan_m_woods1 March 2024
A movie of grace and beauty. A faultless sequel to a complex and challenging story. Denis Villenvuve had joined the pantheon of great sci-fi directors. He understands the source material and brings to life a book that requires so much to do. The actors all excel under his vision and they embody their characters with absolute conviction.

The lighting and cinematography is of the highest standard and it should result in many wins at the award season.

I eagerly look forward to the next installment and I am very happy to give this movie ten stars. Its a tremendous piece of cinema and everyone should go see it on the big screen.
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10/10
A Riveting Continuation of Epic Sci-Fi Saga
pfzvspsgb3 March 2024
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Director Denis Villeneuve's "Dune Part 2" picks up the narrative threads seamlessly from where its predecessor left off, delivering another visually stunning and emotionally resonant chapter in Frank Herbert's legendary saga.

From the mesmerizing landscapes of Arrakis to the intricate political webs woven among its inhabitants, Villeneuve masterfully captures the essence of Herbert's richly imagined universe. The film's visuals, once again, are nothing short of breathtaking, with sweeping desert vistas and intricately designed spacecraft that transport viewers to the heart of this expansive world.

Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides continues to impress, as he navigates the treacherous waters of power and destiny with a maturity beyond his years. His chemistry with Rebecca Ferguson, who shines once again as the fierce and enigmatic Lady Jessica, adds depth to their complex mother-son relationship.

Newcomers to the cast, including Zendaya as the mysterious Fremen warrior Chani, and Javier Bardem as the charismatic Stilgar, breathe life into their respective roles, bringing a fresh energy to the ensemble.

One of the film's greatest strengths lies in its ability to balance grand spectacle with intimate character moments. While the epic scale of the story is undeniably awe-inspiring, it is the human drama at its core that truly resonates. Themes of identity, loyalty, and sacrifice are explored with nuance and depth, inviting audiences to ponder the complexities of power and the nature of destiny.

Hans Zimmer's haunting score once again elevates the film, perfectly complementing the grandeur and emotion of the narrative. His use of leitmotifs and sonic textures adds layers of meaning to each scene, immersing viewers in the world of Dune in ways both subtle and profound.

The second installment of Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" saga not only builds upon the foundation laid by its predecessor but also delves deeper into the intricate politics and ideologies that shape the universe of Arrakis. As the power struggles between the noble houses intensify and the specter of war looms ever larger, the film navigates the murky waters of ambition and betrayal with deft precision.

One of the film's most striking aspects is its attention to detail, both in its world-building and character development. From the intricacies of Fremen culture to the Machiavellian machinations of the various factions vying for control of Arrakis, every aspect of Herbert's universe is brought to vivid life on the screen. Each character, no matter how minor, feels fully realized, with their own motivations and desires driving the narrative forward.

The cinematography, once again, deserves special mention for its ability to capture the otherworldly beauty of Arrakis while also conveying the harsh realities of life on the desert planet. From the towering sand dunes to the windswept sietches of the Fremen, every frame is a visual feast for the eyes, immersing viewers in a world that is at once alien and familiar.

At the heart of the film lies the character of Paul Atreides, whose journey from reluctant heir to messianic figure is at once epic and deeply personal. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal is nothing short of mesmerizing, capturing the internal struggle and external pressures that define Paul's transformation with remarkable nuance and subtlety.

The supporting cast, too, deserves praise for their performances, with each actor bringing their own unique talents to their respective roles. From Oscar Isaac's stoic portrayal of Duke Leto Atreides to Jason Momoa's charismatic turn as Duncan Idaho, every member of the ensemble contributes to the film's success, adding layers of complexity to an already rich tapestry of characters.

Of course, no discussion of "Dune Part 2" would be complete without mentioning the film's thematic depth. At its core, "Dune" is a story about power - who wields it, who seeks it, and who ultimately pays the price for its pursuit. Through its exploration of themes such as colonialism, environmentalism, and the nature of prophecy, the film invites audiences to reflect on the timeless questions of ethics and morality that lie at the heart of human existence.

In conclusion, "Dune Part 2" is a triumph of both storytelling and spectacle, a rare cinematic experience that manages to be both epic in scope and intimate in its emotional resonance. With its stunning visuals, compelling performances, and thought-provoking themes, it stands as a testament to the power of cinema to transport us to worlds beyond our imagination, while also challenging us to confront the truths that lie at the heart of our own humanity.
10/10
Dune: Part Two offers a satisfying conclusion to a spectacular duology, a cinematic masterpiece and among the best sci-fi films
Holt3441 March 2024
Beginning where Part One ended, the second part of Dune arrives and met my expectations, it's as big and impressive as its predecessor, full of spectacles. What Dune: Part One accomplished and established, Part Two enhances every corner and creates an even fully realized world and universe which makes you want to see more of it. Denis Villeneuve and the work by cinematographer Greig Fraser and production designer Patrice Vermett, it's together and their work which makes the brilliance which ended up on the big screen. Again, Denis Villeneuve and Greig Fraser create some truly stunning and spectacular shots, with Villeneuve making the best use of his mise-en-scene which he so often does. Denis Villeneuve co-wrote the screenplay with Jon Spaihts and served as a producer. Dune: Part Two is cinema, having some of the finest writing and direction but also aesthetics. It's a film like no other.

Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.

Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Zendaya, Charlotte Rampling, and Javier Bardem reprise their roles from the first film, with Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, Christopher Walken as Shaddam IV the Padishah Emperor of the Known Universe and head of House Corrino, and Léa Seydoux as Lady Margot Fenring joining the ensemble cast. To name a few great performances, I would have to say Rebecca Ferguson and Timothée Chalamet along with Zendaya with Javier Bardem shining the most with his charismatic performance, in the new cast it was Austin Butler and Florence Pugh. Austin Butler was terrific in the role but should have been in more scenes to make him into a more three dimensional character which I expected from the film. Another new actor is Christopher Walken and although I really like him as an actor, he wasn't right for this role, but it's such a small (but important) role that it was easy for me to look past. Walken portrays the arrogance perfectly though. There were just too few scenes of these new characters, people who we didn't really get to know, except for Florence Pugh's character who through narration and plenty of scenes which makes us get to know her. I've read a criticism about too much star power, I don't necessarily agree but worth pointing out.

The showdown between Paul Atreides and Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in what is the final fight/action sequence in the film, it met my expectations. The fight was well choreographed and was shot perfectly, using the silence to make us hear every hit and build up the tension even more. Dune focuses on spectacle and big epic scenes that have a huge amount of suspense and tension in them, you sit on the edge of your seat multiple times. The narrative focuses on the relationship between Paul and Chani, something we saw in the dreams in Part One, in this film we get to see that play out and although their chemistry isn't the best, it's still believable and a big reason I believe people criticize the chemistry is because of Chani not having the same beliefs and also of being her own person who have doubts on Paul and other things, the two had just met after all. Regarding Paul Atreides and his character arc throughout the film, being Lisan al Gaib (the Messiah), he's scared of his visions and what that'll bring. His character arc goes with Chani's own as well. This is one of those chosen one stories that have such depth and make this formula fresh again, which it was when Dune was released (1965). Back to another sequence, the gladiator scene which is also the big introduction scene of the new antagonist and nephew to the Baron. Villeneuve and cinematographer Greig Fraser had filmed Feyd-Rautha's gladiator sequence in black-and-white by mixing monochrome with color photography, making it a strange yet mesmerizing sequence which has you in awe. It contributes to the aesthetics.

About the film's aesthetics and costumes, Erik Kain of Forbes wrote this, "The film's aesthetic is superb and distinct and feels more fleshed out than the first film-from the Bene Gesserit in their veils to the masked bodyguards in the arena with Feyd-Rautha. Costume and set design goes above and beyond, giving us a fully realized, wholly unique and immersive sense of place throughout the film, whether in the deserts of Arrakis or the green gardens of the Padishah Emperor." I agree fully with this. This film looks absolutely gorgeous and along with the beautiful cinematography, the aesthetics are the major component which makes it such a gorgeous motion picture. Denis Villeneuve captures cinema masterfully with using dialogue sparsely and choosing instead to use the shots set up and photographed, that's what's interesting with cinema and photography, how a picture/frame can say more than words ever could. There were a few scenes which could have had less dialogue, which makes his comments here not that positive but then again, I understand him. "Frankly, I hate dialogue," the filmmaker told The Times of London in a recent interview. "Dialogue is for theatre and television. I don't remember movies because of a good line, I remember movies because of a strong image. I'm not interested in dialogue at all. Pure image and sound, that is the power of cinema, but it is something not obvious when you watch movies today." like I said, I understand him, image and sound is extremely important. Again, those things are two highlights. The sound design and musical score is spectacular and seeing it in the cinema only enhances it with music and explosions among other things like the sand worms, it was loud and you felt it all around you, Dolby Atmos was just superb and needed for the experience Dune has to offer. Hans Zimmer's musical score is once again a big highlight. To another critic's thoughts, Peter Bradshaw for The Guardian, awarded the film four stars out of five, writing "Denis Villeneuve's monumental adaptation expands its extraordinary world of shimmering strangeness. It's impossible to imagine anyone doing it better." Villeneuve did the impossible with adapting Dune, combined these parts make into a masterpiece.

I was completely mesmerized when I left the cinema, now a day after, having time to reflect on this massive and epic movie, a film I completely love. Yet, I liked Part One more. Saying that, you'll have to understand how I rate this film, technically and everything Denis Villeneuve and his crew contributed to the film, what the actors did with their well written characters. This film is perfect in lots of ways and met all my high expectations. Something else worth noting is how the film clearly sets up a third film, based on Dune: Messiah (second book), which Denis Villeneuve has said he's interested in adapting. There's one criticism I got though, how the timeline is quite too fast paced with months feeling like weeks, I would have wanted the film to be longer and the second half to be paced slower. I expected more of a war in the second half, things I wished to see happen off screen. More politics and intrigue was needed as well. Yet, I loved every second of the film, my rating is perhaps 9.5 but it's a great followup which focuses on the Messiah and religious aspects, leaning into themes of power and fanaticism.
9/10
THIS IS WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT!
dam-2442120 March 2024
Finally i leave the cinema pleased and wanting more!

This movie had it all, script, acting, music, action and suspense! Tbh I'm not the biggest fan of zendaya, but dang she surprised me. This is what Hollywood needs, and what we all want. I cannot wait for dune 3, it's going to be amazing to see how this unfolds in the next films!

This movie deserves to be watched at a big screen, or best case the cinema, here you'll get the absolutely maximum out of this movie. Like just take a look at the cast, this movie was destined to greatness. I would say this has crawled up on my top 10 list of best movies I have seen. Enjoy every bit of this masterpiece denis villeneuve has put together!
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8/10
Dune 2: Epic Sci-Fi Mastery Unleashed
shoebsaad2 March 2024
"Dune 2" takes the iconic sci-fi saga to new heights, delivering a cinematic masterpiece that surpasses its predecessor. Director Denis Villeneuve weaves a mesmerizing tapestry of visuals and storytelling, immersing audiences in the vast and treacherous desert world of Arrakis. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides is captivating, capturing the character's complexity and evolution. The film's stunning cinematography, enhanced by Hans Zimmer's evocative score, creates an epic atmosphere that resonates with Frank Herbert's literary legacy. The ensemble cast, including Zendaya and Rebecca Ferguson, adds depth to the narrative, while the special effects transport viewers to the heart of intergalactic conflicts. "Dune 2" successfully balances intricate political intrigue with pulse-pounding action, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the next installment. Villeneuve's vision for the "Dune" universe cements the franchise as a modern sci-fi classic, pushing boundaries and redefining the genre.
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9/10
Cinematic perfection
Stone198028 February 2024
I had been eagerly waiting in anticipation for this movie and was not disappointed. It is visually and sonically stunning and has a great pace. The fact that both fremen and harkonnen spoken language were used for dialogue increased the immersions.

Some fans of the book who will have a more fundamentalist approach to the source material might struggle a bit with a few deviations. While I perfectly understand the changes to make sure it is became a story that was capable to be captured on film I definitely struggled on a few parts.

It does however honor the source and it's an amazing ride to experience! So try to not constantly link events and timings to the book and just sit back and have an amazing take on Dune unfold before you!
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8/10
The spice of life.
Pjtaylor-96-13804414 March 2024
'Dune: Part Two (2024)' is the continuation of Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal sci-fi novel, beginning almost exactly where 'Dune (2021)' ends. It follows Paul Atreides as he integrates with the Fremen and attempts to learn their ways in order to help them overthrow the brutal Harkonnen regime now controlling Arakkis and just maybe get some good old-fashioned revenge in the process. For me, this represents a major step up from the previous part. It's significantly better than its predecessor in pretty much every way, with a thematically intriguing story that actually justifies an almost three-hour runtime and some of the most impressively tactile visuals I've ever seen (there isn't a single second where you think "that's a good effect", not because the effects aren't phenomenal but because they're so seamlessly integrated with the set and costume design that they feel just as real as the actors themselves). Its world is holistic and utterly immersive, captured with stunning cinematography and soul-shaking sound design, and its narrative actually engages you on an emotional level (something I felt was almost entirely lacking from the first film). It's actually really tragic overall, and it's pretty unconventional in terms of blockbuster storytelling. Furthermore, a lot of its weight is conveyed without the need for dialogue, with the performers often speaking volumes without ever opening their mouths. The cast all do an excellent job, but for me it's perhaps Zendaya who stands out the most. I do need to mention Austin Butler, Javier Bardem, Stellan Skarsgård, Josh Brolin and, of course, Wonka himself Timothée Chalamet as other notable actors in a movie comprised pretty much solely of top-tier talent working at the top of their game. That's a good way to describe the entire picture really: it's the product of a crew comprised entirely of people working at the very top of their game. It really is an incredible experience. The stakes are genuine, the set-pieces are exciting (and suspenseful), the score is colossal, the effects are impeccable, the cinematography is gorgeous, the sound design is otherworldly, the acting is flawless, the editing is effortlessly effective and the overall direction is nothing short of masterful. It's a really enjoyable epic that feels immense in every sense of the word. I also think it works as a semi-standalone movie, although it's obviously intrinsically tied to its predecessor, and I can see myself coming back to it without needing to revisit the first part. It's great. See it on as big a screen as possible.
10/10
Denis the menace
parsonsadam-298863 March 2024
I would say that my expectations going into the movie were somewhat high. The book is highly loved and I enjoyed the first movie greatly. And yet, it blew my mind. One of my first thoughts coming out of the theater was how it compared to empire strikes back. I mean could this have been better? Maybe. It certainly gave me more goosebumps. It was more visually stunning and had a soundtrack that while not as iconic, certainly feels more true to the atmosphere of the movie. It had been a long time since a sci-fi made me forget I was watching a movie. The movie has three strengths: the beginning, the middle, and the end. Although the beginning and end were definitely my favorite. Now I'm just crying thinking about waiting for part three.
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10/10
Best film since infinity war !!!
sconarglobal1 March 2024
Excellent 10/10 movie - Denis brought the fun back to film, Timothy & Zendaya did amazing jobs. Austin did very well too, would have loved to have seen more of him. I now just can't wait for Dune 3!!! The trailers don't do this film justice, and I love that there is consistent action... you will be amazed by both the start of the film and the ending... You really do need a big imax experience with a huge screen to enjoy, as the cinema I was in was abit loud... best to say I will 100% be watching this again and a massive well done the whole entire cast, after my disappointment with films over the past few years.. this has breathed life back into it. Great job all!
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Epic novel--epic adaptation
JohnDeSando5 March 2024
Since the first part of Dune (2021), Paul (Timothee Chalamet) and mother Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson-about as tough a lady as ever depicted besides Lady Macbeth) join the native tribe of Fremen on sandy planet Arrakis after being clobbered by the family of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgard). We know more than ambition is involved, viz., spice, a mind-opening drug and fuel (damn good stuff, I'd guess).

The Freman leader, Stilgar (Javier Bardem-always room for more of his talent), believes Paul is their Messiah to defeat the Harkonnen and their eventual new leader, Feyed (Austin Butler, sans hair and guitar but with a very bald head and bloody cudgel). Paul readily assimilates with Fremen and totally assimilates with Freman Chani (Zendaya),

Paul may be an outsider, but then so was Christ, except that Paul (and Biblical Paul) is reluctant and Christ not so much. With romance developing between Paul and Chani, the allusion to Christ steps aside except for those who think there's more to the Jesus and Mary Magdalene friendship. Anyway, it's classic salvation by an outsider ( consider, if you will, the US and Vietnam).

The special effects are what makes this epic film about as beautiful as any you will ever see, which includes riding monstrous worms and a tank bigger and more nimble than any you have ever seen. While the landscape has an inherent greyness much of the time, director Dennis Villeneuve invites comparison to David Lean's Lawrence of Arabia from the blistering landscapes to the blue eyes. Even the worm's magic elixir is arrestingly blue.

The conflicting interests go beyond Arrakis as Emperor Shaddam IV (underused Christopher Walken) and his hip daughter, Princess Irulan (Florence Pugh), involve themselves in the dynamic and dangerous political scene. As for the Spice, the Harkonnen clan have already begun renewing production while Fremen want the opposite- a hot mess.

The visual splendor and intricate politics return in yet a third epical rendering, Dune: Messiah. I, for one, can easily last another three hours.
10/10
100/10.... and that's not Dune 2 much
htilahun245 March 2024
Dune Part Two is one of the best movies of this generation and that might even be an understatement. It is a practically flawless movie with many aspects that just transcend our current expectations for filmmaking and sets a new standard of excellence.

The visuals for this movie are so breathtaking it seems almost a disservice to try and put it into words. Intoxicating. Galvanizing. Hair-raising. Heart-stopping. Awe-inspiring. Spine-tingling. Soul-stirring. These words alone couldn't describe the transcendence and otherworldly feeling you get experiencing this movie on the big screen on IMAX so do yourself a favor and book that ticket NOW.

Hans Zimmer completely outdoes himself again with a captivating score that somehow not only rivals but surpasses his previous Oscar winner and Grammy nominated score from Dune Part One.

Timothee Chalamet is an absolute star. His progression and development as Paul Atreides is so raw and captivating and I believe it's completely within reason to say that this movie cemented his status as one of the best actors of this next generation. Speaking of the best actors of this generation, Austin Butler was also a standout for his portrayal as the extremely menacing Feyd-Rautha. Notable performances also include the incredible Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Josh Brolin, and Javier Bardem.

Overall, this is simply an unforgettable experience and masterpiece of a movie that demands immediate indulgence. It was a visual feast that you will walk away from still digesting what in the world you just watched. You will be leaving full to your stomach and yet hungry enough to go back for seconds. And thirds. And fourths....

You might think people are over exaggerating and Dune 2 much... they're not. Go watch it. It's that good.
10/10
BEST MOVIE I HAVE EVER SEEN!
toddjamessouter7 March 2024
I very rarely give 10/10 ratings to films, but DUNE II is easily the best movie I have ever seen!

This is why you go to the cinema: to be entertained!(not to be educated or being pressured to think a certain way).

When I go to the cinema and pay for a movie ticket I want quality, I want to be taken on a journey, very simple.

'Legendary Pictures' and 'Warner Brothers' have given Denis Villeneuve the respect as an artist and as a story teller to allow him to create his vision on the big screen - as it should be!

When studios interfere and micro manage projects it dilutes and spoils the quality of the film (Alien 3 is a perfect example of this).

Denis Villeneuve, Hans Zimmer, Jon Spaiths and Greig Fraser are the future of cinema!

The 2 hour and 46 runtime just flew by - the pacing was spot on. I easily could have sat there for 3 and a half hours!

The score by Hans Zimmer was just unbelievable and perfectly transports you into the world of DUNE for the entire runtime.

The cast and performances were all incredible, in particular Javier Bardem as Stilgar, he absolutely believed in Paul and his journey.

Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides, was just awesome. I haven't seen much of his work prior to DUNE - his performance in part one was more subtle and this film sees him transform intimate a reluctant hero then gradually fully accepting his destiny - his speeches to the Fremen were incredible and gave me the chills.

Stellan Skarsgård as the Baron, just perfect casting, absolutely terrifying, a highly intelligent and repulsive character. Very well done.

The other stand out performance was Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha - just gave me the creeps anytime he was on screen and totally unrecognisable in the role, he is a chameleon.

I want to see DUNE 3 and DUNE Prophecy - let's make it happen!

We need to support films like DUNE 2, films that are of a high standard are very special and do not come along very often.

Ticket sales unfortunately are what dictates which films are made and we need to pay to see the films that we want to see at the cinema and stop paying for low quality, rubbish films.

We need to vote with our own money for the type of movies that we want to see, I am going to see DUNE 2 again.
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9/10
I'm just thankful that movies like this exist!
portraitofaladyonfire1 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
I love a lot about this movie: Paul's first ride on the Worm, The fights (especially the Fremen fight style), The sound and soundtrack, Watching this in IMAX, How they managed to organically fit the visions into the story, Literally all the actors. It must say a lot if Christopher Walken is the one that worked the least for me (he still worked, by the way), And so much more.

But unlike the first part, there are also a few issues or at least questions I have with this one: Sometimes I thought the criticism of the religion was a little too in-your-face. I feel like the book handled this more delicately. It sometimes even felt a little tacky.

I also wonder how the structure of this movie holds up if I had not read the books or if I look at the movie with a little more distance.

My biggest concern, though, is how the main change from the book - the alteration of the dynamic between Paul and Chani - will work out in the end. I feel at the moment that this was not necessary, and I felt that the dynamic between them in the books, especially considering the last line of the first book, was way more interesting.

I wonder how I will feel about this movie the next time I watch it.

For now, I'm still far from dissappointed, a little overwhelmed and I'm pretty sure that I will rewatch this movie quite a lot!
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10/10
It's that tingle you're feeling that does it
jonidefer6 March 2024
The first movie was good, definitely after a rewacht.

This movie was marvelous. The best i've seen in a very long time. It reignited that little tingle, that I only felt watching LOTR; an immersion into the world and story and a longing to go back. That's what I wanna do; go back to Arrakis and experience the next part.

The movie's been on my mind all the time this week, and it's made rewatching the first one even more fun. It even pushed me to read the book that's been sitting on my shelf for far too long.

Cinematography top notch Music and sound A++ (ly zimmer) Acting all round great

It's the total package for me.

I expect it to be yours as well.
10/10
Gripping!!!
jam9905 March 2024
It's rare to feel this engaged watching a movie these days. This is old school cinema, like Dances with Wolves or Lawrence of Arabia, lengthy movies that never get boring and leave you on the edge of your seat and a sense of awe! I'm a biiiig fan of Dune. I loved the Lynch movie, read all the books and even watched the equally terrible and underrated sci-fi series, but this movie (Dune and Dune part 2) brought what I imagened in my head all these years to life. Kudos to the casting, all incredible and absolutely perfect, although Javier Bardem and Austin Butler clearly stole the show in this second part. Now I just hope they keep going, the story is far from over. Enjoy and watch it in IMAX if possible!
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1/10
Four Losers in a Row for Villaneuve
mhorg20182 March 2024
Another director who shouldn't be allowed near Science Fiction. His attempts at adapting or directing science fiction have all been failures. And now he's quoted as saying, I hate dialogue. That's for theater and TV. So no movie ever has had a memorable line? Where did this guy learn the art of movies? From the Keystone Cops? Hates Dialogue? Well it shows in this miscast and poor adaptation (I hated the boring Part 1 as well), where there's too much emptiness and silence, along with parts he doesn't make clear (the audience laughed at how the terribly miscast Chalamet is being taught how to walk across the desert by the equally miscast Zendeyah so they don't attract worms. The worm itself, along with the technology and costumes were horrible looking. Did they pay off all the reviewers? I can imagine Den of Geeks giving it a great review, since they are the modern equivalent of Starlog, and kiss butt on everything popular. They rarely have any reviews, just like the positive ones for this movie, that say anything. Wait for it to stream or, if you are a fan of Dune, find the Sci-Fi channel adaptation and watch that. You know, from when the Science Fiction channel was good.
10/10
I'm still processing this absolute masterpiece.
rcgvzazhpx1 March 2024
By far the best filmmaking, world building, & character development I have ever seen in cinema. It brings forth everyday social issues, complex psychological questions, & spiritual tension all into one. The sound & action captures you into a world that seems very much like ours but with the twist of a galactic empire. Each character is created to bring their own sense of theatrical value. The cinematography is brilliant. Does not feel like CGI whatsoever. Almost felt too real at times. I'm captured, dumbfounded, deep in thought & absolutely mesmerized by this franchise. This film really blew my mind & I will be rewatching it again. GO SEE IT ASAP. NOW. THIS. IS. REAL. CINEMA.

Maybe the best movie ever made?
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8/10
Temper your expectations...
jokroeger26 February 2024
Hear me out: I love sci-fi, and Denis Villeneuve is very skilled at creating Dune Pt. 1, Blade Runner 2049, and Arrival. Now we have Dune Pt. 2, which I just saw in IMAX at an early screening last night. It is, as you might expect, a technical marvel with a stacked cast who all bring their A-game. Like The Two Towers or Empire Strikes Back, it expands on the lore, worldbuilding, develops the main characters and introduces new ones. Most of what was set up on the story and character front is paid off to some degree here. The battle sequences are incredible and creative in places. I think it's safe to say that if you liked the first movie, you'll like this one. BUT, it's easier to admire than to love, with the characters at arms' length, even by the time the credits rolled. Keep in mind that while the movie is very good, it still has pacing issues and is too long. In fact, there is so much going on here that it feels like two movies' worth. This is not as great as the hype makes you believe (masterpiece, next LOTR, etc.). But as a sequel to Dune, it works well enough to entertain while suffering from that middle-chapter syndrome that most second chapters do.
10/10
Dune (Part 1 and Part 2) = True Masterpiece
bdetsst11 March 2024
I just watched Dune: Part 2 in theaters, and it was so worth it. Just like the first movie, the visuals, the musical score, the characters, the plot, and almost everything in between was excellent. The transformation that Paul experiences through this movie brought everything to an epic crescendo that was well deserving of the big screen.

Compared to the Lynch version back in the day, Dune: Part 2 develops the emotional tensions between various characters so much more effectively, leaving me with a strong desire for Dune: Messiah to come out as soon as possible. If it is equal to the first two movies, this will be a trilogy for the ages!
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10/10
Best movie I have seen in a very long time.
voelkerlia1 March 2024
As someone who is usually not into Sci-fi, Dune 2 surprised me even more than Dune 1. Especially the black and white fight scene was something else. The character development in just this one movie is outstanding and the actors all excell. I wish they could get an Oscar each. It's a well thought through movie with only minor rushed moments. But at the same time, I am grateful that the screentime wasn't wasted on fight scenes but rather focused on conversations and non verbal communication between the characters. I can highly recommend this movie to anyone. Even to those who usually don't like sci-fi. It's a must see, iconic movie.
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10/10
A masterclass in filmaking
Seb_33 April 2024
Denis Villeneuve once again knocks it out of the park with the second part of Dune.

This is cinema at its finest, delivering stunning visuals, beautiful orchestral scores, great performances and writing, just like in the first part, except the second part takes it even further. It's a movie that needs to be experienced on the big screen, to really immerse yourself in the glory unfolding on the screen.

Dune, the franchise said to be unfilmable, has been made into one of the greatest sci-fi movies of all time and a mainstream classic for the future. This will without a doubt in my mind go down as one of the greatest sequels ever made, and with talks of Dune Messiah, one of the greatest trilogies of all time.
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10/10
See it on the big screen
jw_wells3 March 2024
Truly epic film. Reminds you of why we love the movies and the movie theater. Not since the first Dune have a seen a film so big it reminds you of old Hollywood and the movie events it used to produce. Find the biggest theatre with the best sound quality and enjoy an amazing experience. The books are very complex but Denis translated it to the screen brilliantly. Hans Zimmerman delivered again with a soundtrack you feel in your bones. Every actor brought their A game and brought you into the story. Deserves a third installment to keep the story going. Already reserved tickets to go back next weekend and see it again.
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10/10
Spectacular Film and Adaptation
cash-980667 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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Firstly, I haven't read the books, but have a good understanding of the story and themes, and the weight on Villeneuve's shoulders for what he was adapting. And to say he pulled it off would be an understatement as he possibly created the perfect sequel to Dune Part One, a perfect adaptation combining the two books and all in all a near-perfect film on its own.

Performances across the board are fantastic. Timothée Chalamet, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Ferguson and Austin Butler are the highlights. Butler's introduction has to be one of the most incredible villain introductions in all of cinema with Zimmer's extraordinary soundtrack (guaranteed another Oscar) and the intelligent camera infrared lens in the Harkonnen Arena. Chalamet is tremendous with a more complex, intense and nuanced in this film (take the Speech scene in South Arrakis), compared to the first when he was more stilted. Skarskgård delivers another intimidating and menacing performance as the Baron and small appearances from Seydoux and Pugh are worthy additions to the cast (with Pugh undoubtedly going to play a major role in Dune Part Three)

Action sequences and visuals are of course stellar and usurp the first in quality. Standout has to be the Harkonnen Arena and the ending invasion of Arrakeen and the massacre of the Sardaukar with the Sandworms. Paul riding the Sandworm is an incredible sequence, no doubt elevated by Zimmer's score. Action choreography is also fantastic (especially in the final duel between Feyd-Rautha and Paul) rivalling that of John Wick.

Villeneuve and Spaiths' writing is fantastic keeping with the quality of the first, developing the religious lore of Arrakis' North and South, the politics of the Imperium and the machiavellian scheming of the Bene Gesserit. All very captivating which I hope is further expanded in Dune Part Three. Paul also slowly shifting eventually revealing himself to be an Anti-hero was amazing to watch. Pacing isn't an issue and was glued from start to end.

Criticisms: Two major gripes in that the final battle isn't really a battle and more a slaughter. Sardaukar and Harkonnen forces are completely defeated with Paul and the Fremen receiving little resistance to their onslaught. An excuse can be made as Paul is now the Kwisatz Haderach so an essentially invulnerable force, but it doesn't make for a jaw dropping climax. The battle is very much skipped over which is something I would've liked to have seen more of. Finally, I believe Feyd-Rautha left too quick. He was set up as a major antagonist for Paul as potentially his rival as the Kwisatz Haderach, but dies at the end and I don't think he's coming back. The other Harkonnen deaths were earned because they were in the first film and we saw their direct actions against Paul and his House; Feyd-Rautha as far as we knew had little involvement in the plot against House Atreides. Feyd-Rautha's death was well-written into the story with him duelling Paul, only wish perhaps he had more screen time or a more direct rivalry with Paul throughout the film than just the final duel.

However, these criticisms aren't enough to bring the film down in any way. Still an incredible cinematic achievement, rivalling the heights of Empire Strikes Back. Certainly hope Dune Part Three is as amazing as this one.
10/10
A filmmaking Masterpiece
Jonkent885 March 2024
Wow! I don't think I've ever felt like that leaving a cinema viewing. I heard all the reviews about this film and how good it was meant to be but I just couldn't imagine how it could be that good after watching the first film, which I thought was good but nothing outstanding.

This film was working on all levels at the highest standard, cinematography, sound design, music, story, costumes, acting and sets! All of it was just incredible and very well executed!

I will definitely be seeing this film again at the cinema. I recommend anyone seeing this for the first time to go to the best cinema they can, showcase or iMax - somewhere they have a large screen and great sound!
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7/10
Stunning, but story could be tighter
dpsteel10 March 2024
This is a truly amazing movie that showcases Villeneuve's artistry on multiple levels. Many storytelling choices that deviate from the book were actually smart, so a lot of thought definitely went into the script. But somehow the big picture got lost.

What I found very evocative in the first Dune film by Villeneuve was Paul's struggle with his mother's vision for his life. It formed a kind of emotional core in the movie which suited the format perfectly. When you spend 2-3 hours in the cinema, you expect a certain story arc.

This theme is obviously also a major red thread in the books and so continues in Part Two. But all the spectacular imagery, music and ethos does not make up for the rather wooden character development of Paul. Timothée Chamalet is a fantastic actor so you follow the story anyway. The film would have been so much stronger though if his evolution from troubled teen to messianic warlord were just a little more carefully crafted in the script.

This shortcoming is also visible in Paul's relationship with Chani. On many levels their romance is very plausible and compelling. Towards the end of the film, the mystery wrapped around Paul's destiny inevitably comes between them. But there is so much storytelling potential in this emotional timebomb that just seems to fall flat.

Besides these and other minor flaws, there are so many reasons to see this film. Some of my favorite moments are delivered by the actors Rebecca Ferguson (Lady Jessica), Zendaya (Chani), Stellan Skårsgard (Baron Harkonnen) and the chilling Austin Butler (Feyd-Rautha).
9/10
narratively dense, visually unparalleled
jamheigei7 March 2024
You sit in the theater and 2h 46m just rush by. The plot is dense, so many things happen in this movie that it almost feels bit to quickly narrated at times - albeit never "rushed". The reason why nothing feels rushed is due to the unparalleled visual spectacle that is Dune: Part Two. Large-scale battles, dense fight scenes, but also sweeping landscape shots and close-up moments between characters are all set into scene so stunningly, I truly think it's the best looking sci-fi movie of all time. And not only the cinematography is breathatking and epic, everything around it is, too: The costumes, the epic soundtrack and, espcially, the sound design. The whole sensory experience is so weighty and well-built.

I also appreicate the daring choices of color grading which give the movie a welcome artistic element.

For me, Dune: Part Two got stronger as it progressed. While some character arcs were told a bit quick, they did make sense in the end and lead to a more-than-epic climax and conclusion. I really hope a Part Three will be greenlit, I feel like I am anything but tired of watching the world of Dune unfold out of Denis Villeneuve's hands.
10/10
The prodigal son of Sci-Fi has returned, or perhaps... its messiah.
cristianqm29 February 2024
Where to begin... Wow. The scale of this movie surpasses everything: the action, the performances, the music; everything is perfect. The film picks up where the previous one left off to create what could feel like a war behind the screen. It feels so real; emotions flow throughout the projection, from beginning to end.

We witness Paul's growth to become the promised Messiah, and as he does, the terrifying sensation caused solely by the idea of what is to come is chilling.

Feyd-Rautha is terrifying in a very explicit sense; he is unpredictable and sadistic, truly relishing it, and Austin Butler portrays him magnificently. But the figure of Paul, played by Timothée Chalamet, feels like oppression itself, of a much more powerful and sinister evil, truly terrifying. Yet his more human side is not overlooked, as we see his suffering from the fate that falls upon his shoulders. To not dwell too much on interpretations, I must simply say that there is not a single one that disappoints; they are all truly magnificent.

Hans Zimmer picks up where he left off in the Part One and elevates it, providing a sense of epicness, without neglecting the mystique. The visuals are incomparable; the effects are polished to the smallest detail, making you believe in Dune, in Arrakis, and in the entire world built by Frank Herbert, and shown through Denis Villeneuve's vision.

Lastly, regarding this, it can only be said that this great director continues to improve; he always surprises for the better. With this film, he brings his sensitivity, which has already made him stand out, to tell the most epic story of his career, perhaps his greatest challenge, and he has succeeded; what seemed impossible, he has achieved.

I truly feel fortunate to have seen this movie in theaters; it was a sublime experience. I hope that, just like the book did in its own right, this movie becomes a benchmark for propelling the future of Sci-Fi in cinema.
7/10
I was disappointed
levybob6 March 2024
A summary of my 2021 DUNE PART 1 Review: The reason to see this is its looks. It is - I apologize - a feast for the eyes. Plot-wise we've got warring intergalactic families fighting over the rights to the universe's most important mineral: 'Spice'. We have a good son with a mysterious mother, we've got evil villains (Harkonnens), and a rebel army (Fremen) with pet worms standing guard. Even so, better to lower your expectations. The giant worms ain't that much. The bald villains are too easy confused with one another. David Bautista is the one recognized villain, but he's weak in his role. The film is somber, morbid, heavy; not a light moment throughout its long running time.

DUNE PART 2 is better. First, the plot is more compelling. The reasons for events in Part 1 are explained here. There is a love angle between the good son Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) and a young Fremen woman Chani (Zendaya) which relieves the solemnity. In fact the very presence of Zendaya's character lifts the film mightily; she is without question someone to care about.

Javier Bardem is great as the leader of The Fremen. Josh Brolin is rousing as Chalamet's protector. Austin Butler as the psychopathic next-in-line for the throne receives an A+ for creepiness (a compliment). Christopher Walken is wasted as the Emperor who is, no pun, wasting away. Why he was chosen for this role beats me. Florence Pugh as his daughter is simply 'there'. Her character is a sometimes narrator; the 'sometimes' element simply confusing. Overall there is an aura of self-importance about Dune 2, as though the viewer will take away an important lesson. But again, the heaviness, the weight of the characters' unhappiness, overpowers the 'good' that might be derived.

In Part 2 many of these characters have secrets, as well as secret motives, though I, for one, was never quite sure about whose motives (with the exception of Chani's) were worth rooting for. The special effects here were disappointing; the worms were an improvement over Part 1, though seriously, I wanted to see more of them; ascertain how large they are, see them compared to other large structures. But no. I was never enthusiastic about the interstellar spacecraft; they appear more like a deck of playing cards than a speedy conveyance.

Bottom line: Part 2 is a good film. However, I'd be perfectly fine if there were no Part 3.
9/10
A Breathtaking Conclusion to Book 1
mrgulpin26 February 2024
Never before have I been this excited for the release of a film. When the delay from November to March for Part Two's release happened, it devastated me. But now it is here. I was able to see it almost a week early and it did not disappoint. I am an avid fan of the books, so I will say that most of my criticisms or slight complaints come from wishing to see scenes and characters from the book adapted on to screen, but at the same time, most if not all, of these changes make for a better paced and probably less cluttered final product.

The cinematography once again is stunning. The gorgeous sands of Arrakis mixed with the colors of different times of day, the larger than life presence of the sandworms, the dismal and brutal gray of Giedi Prime, the various sietches and places of the Fremen. All of it looks gorgeous. The Hanz Zimmer score returning, capturing perfectly the atmosphere of this desert planet. Loved all of it.

The performances of characters evolve, most notably Timothee as he becomes Paul Muadib and Lady Jessica as she takes on role of Reverend Mother. Zendaya as Chani gives much-needed depth to that character from the book, Javier as Stilgar was incredible. Each performance was fantastic. Dave Bautista also shines in his role as Beast Rabban. I could go on and on about each performance, but another well done aspect of this film.

If you enjoyed Dune Part One in any capacity and long to see where the story of Paul Atreides and the Harkonnens goes from here, you will definitely enjoy this film as the pacing feels very quick and action packed and the world-building from Part One makes it all pay off here.

So many scenes from this Part Two took my breath away and I think Denis did an incredible job adapting the second half of this epic story, despite several changes from the source material. I will definitely see this film again and again, so I can relive this incredible cinematic experience and if you haven't already, definitely give the books a try, and I look forward to the next chapter: DUNE MESSIAH.
10/10
The Spice must flow.
Victreebong1 March 2024
Beyond expectations. Masterclass in storytelling and cinema. This is why we go to the movies. From the gorgeous cinematography instantly iconic in each scene to the rib breaking score by Hans Zimmer, the knee deep flood of A-list actors peppering the screen bringing every ounce of talent, this movie hits like Dark Knight, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, and Infinity War.

My only grief (if I'd even call it that) is that even at 2 hours and 46 minutes this movie flies by. It's clear that a little exposition has been cut and I'm sure there's an extended cut waiting for home release as is standard for WB and Legendary. And you can tell by the brisk pacing that they needed to fit in Dune's larger world building by trimming a little fat. But for those who felt like Part I was slow, this is THE roller coaster ride. From start to finish.

The conflict rages on as Paul (Timothy Chalamet) cements his position with the Fremen to gain control back for the planet Arrakis from the Harkkonians. Mentored by a budding love interest with a fierce Fremen warrior, Chani (the ever popular Zenaya), and further mentored by a senior believer Stilgar (Javier Bardem), Paul starts feeling inner conflicts of being heralded as a prophesied savior or a blasphemous interloper. Compounding the conflict is Paul's mother (Rebecca Ferguson) who has secrets to be revealed, the Harkkonians responsible for destroying House Attreides building their forces, and the emperor's decreasing grasp on Spice production. I cannot say anymore than that because it'll start spoiling the movie.

Far and away my favorite scene is Paul's baptism by fire with Arrakis' native megafauna. Anybody familiar with the story knows what I mean, but it is one of those moments that you never forget. Like Arnold Schwarzenegger being pursued by a semi in the LA canal, Paul's Fremen trial will define the series.

I know reviewers have already posted this, but this is this decade's Empire Strikes Back. One to own and definitely not to be missed.
10/10
Perfection
usamahmoolla1 March 2024
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Okay. With every movie I'm hyped to see, I always need at least 2 showings for me to get a proper solid feeling on it. So for the last week I've left all my thoughts to myself for me to truly think how I feel about this movie. After my first showing, I loved it but I came out with a feeling I wasn't satisfied and it's probably because of the changes made from the novel whereas today I have no doubt in my head of how I feel. This movie is perfect.

There's genuinely so much I love about this that if I wanted, I could go through every single scene and say how brilliant it is. Firstly with the movie itself, the pacing is just godly. How on earth is that an almost 3 hour movie when it flies by faster than sand in the wind. Secondly the sound editing? Unbelievable. The visuals are without a doubt just the best thing from VFX to camera work to cinematography.

But finally the acting is where this movie shines. Every actor is honestly carrying this movie and that's what you expect with a stacked cast like this. Timothy is the definition of Paul Atreides. He was born for this role and I pray it's his legacy because he gave it his all and more. The scene in the sietch with his fathers ducal signet is one of the best scenes I've ever seen. His acting in the final scene is academy level he at the very least needs to be nominated.

Zendaya does wonders for Chani especially for me. As a huge Dune series fan, Chani is a good character but she doesn't at all stand out in the books. But when she was announced to be played by Zendaya I knew this would be a twist and man I'm happy with the way Denis took her arc. She's probably my favourite character in the movie which is saying a lot with how she's not even top 10 in the books. It's crazy how much facial expressions does and Zendaya plays that perfectly. The love she has you can read it just as well as the anger at the end. I cannot wait to see how Denis uses her in Messiah especially with how she's on a complete different path now.

The final actor that really stood out for me is Austin Butler. Doesn't have the biggest screen time but his role is perfect and I knew it the moment you hear him laughing in his arena battle. He plays this role in such a way it made me care for Feyd-Rautha even though he's a little no villain with little character outside of that. I could go on about every actor because they all do something that makes this movie special but yeah overall just a brilliant cast and a perfect movie.

The final thing I have to say is that score that plays from the moment the Emperor kisses the Ducal signet till the end of the movie and the score during the credits, godly level of work from Zimmer he was the best choice for this movie and he delivered beyond perfection for both Parts.
10/10
Star-Wars But it's Stunning
muswellmaniac8 March 2024
Quite possibly the easiest rating I will have to give to any movie that comes out this year. Not only is Dune Part 2 better than it's predecessor it is better than any Si-Fi movie in the last 10 years with the narrow and arguable exception to Interstellar. If this does not speak to the magnitude of Dune Part 2 then I don't know what does because for a Si-Fi action film this is as good as it gets almost perfect with nothing I would change as the viewer some ideas of this would be the actors the use of visual affects and CGI in certain areas of the film, and even the casting was unarguable.

First of all, I would like to shed light on Austin Butler, because not only was he incredible and honestly a surprise; he was absolutely terrifying, this guy made any Star-Wars villain look like a stuffed animal, if only Dune part 2 came out a few months earlier because Austin Butler would have for sure been a front runner for best supporting actor because he was just breath taking and defiantly a star in a bright room.

With Austin Butler being my stand out actor I still have to mention Timothee Chalamet because again he was unbelievable on the same level as Austin Butler contrary to my earlier comments, what makes me believe this is the passion and anger in his voice was just bone chilling and almost any scene where he was ready to make a decision sent shivers down my spine because all of the plot was falling into place but it was just amplified that much more with incredible acting.

Now with my actors concluded I must talk about the CGI and visual affects because Dune Part 2 would be little without them. All I can say is WOW!!! The visual affects made Star-wars and Avatar look cheap and that is saying something considering it had nowhere near as much funding and budget I mean even the scenes with the sand worms where perfect and could not look any more realistic but I can't leave it there because it doesn't stop there, the space ship although other worldly still looked like they where one hundred percent real. Dune Part 2 really was a stunning spectacle for the eyes.

And for the best part of Dune Part 2, the cinematography was some of the best you will ever see in your life and I mean it no movie of film ever comes remotely near especially in the Si-Fi genre which speaks to how incredible Dune Part 2 is. Even the black and white shots looked stunning and sharper than a knife no matter what you end up watching this on it will still look beautiful. One scene in particular that stood out which was when Timothee Chalamet and Austin Butler where fighting and the camara was set horizontally perpendicular to where they where fighting and the sun was symmetrical to the middle of the screen and the glare of the sun broke out into the audience, in short because I could talk about this one scene for hours , it was one of the greatest and most captivating scenes in any movie in history, truly amazing. There is so much more to cover with the cinematography but I don't have space or time but honestly you could watch Dune Part 2 just for the cinematography and you would be impressed.

It doesn't matter if you believe in the prophesy or not because one thing I can say is that Dune Part 2 is a special movie and one that does not come by very often so it needs to be appreciated because there are so many factors that make this a perfect film on it's own and a perfect sequel because facing facts it is better than Dune Part 1 but it is also better than any other movie you will go and see this year, What I am trying to say is that it will take something very special to top Dune Part 2. And with that I cannot wait for Part 3 because I am sure they will do an even better job than what has already been done, goodbye and go and watch Dune Part 2 I implore you an easy 10 out of 10.
10/10
Absolutely Stunning Cinematic Experience
akshajk826 February 2024
Just got out of an early screening in IMAX 70mm and it was amazing. The visuals and CGI in this film were excellent and it was cinematographically better than Dune Part 1 even. A lot happens in this movie story-wise and the pacing was very good. Denis Villeneuve uses beautiful filmmaking techniques and the end result is just stunning. The contrast between one black and white scene and the rest of the movie being colored was a brilliant move and really leaves the audience's mouth hanging and hair standing up in suspense. There are many twists/surprises in the story and they are all executed flawlessly. I never felt bored in this movie. The action scenes and the sword/knife fighting scenes were also very well choreographed and it was definitely refreshing to see. This movie was much better than Dune Part 1 in terms of story, cinematography, CGI, and everything else, and this movie definitely sets up Dune 3 in a perfect way. Overall, the movie was fantastic, a must-watch, and I HIGHLY recommend watching it in IMAX.
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10/10
Amazing movie
saumyabajaj-1809427 February 2024
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10/10
A once in a lifetime movie
smclark-550123 March 2024
Just finished DUNE 2 with my son and I feel validated. This is the movie that we have waiting over 50 years to be made. Everything about was exactly as it should have been. Villenueve gave it the scale that it needed, while still making EVERY character fully fleshed out. Film making technology finally got to the point that could bring this story to life, and Denis Villenueve was there with his vision. I can only imagine Frank Herbert looking down from Heaven with a smile of approval.

And 75% of the audience seemed to be older bald guys. They finally made one for the guys who were book nerds in the 70-80's.
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10/10
ANOTHER ONE HIT OUT OF THE PARK...!
masonfisk14 March 2024
The much-anticipated sequel to the 2021 original (remake/reimaging?) currently in theaters. W/much of the cast & behind the camera content returning, we follow Oscar nominee Timothy Chalamet, as his journey from deposed ruler to freedom fighter to messiah is put into motion as the grip of Harkonnen rule tightens under the Baron, Stellan Skarsgard, & his nephew's reign, Dave Bautista which doesn't go well as the Fremen come into providence as their attacks continue to cripple spice production forcing the emperor, Oscar winner Christopher Walken & his daughter, Oscar nominee Florence Pugh, try to figure who this newly daubed Maudib is since the rumored prophecy of his rise seems to be coming to fruition. Using the sands of the hero (whether real locales or CG trickery) planet to weave a narrative both dense & light of foot in terms of plotting, director & co-writer Denis Villeneuve has fashioned an epic haven't seen since the days of David Lean which proves a heavy tome of a novel can become entertainment for the popcorn masses.
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10/10
What a magnificent movie.
lmahesa11 March 2024
I deeply regret not seeing part 1 in an Imax theatre, and I made sure not to make the same mistake with part 2.

No regrets.

I've seen a LOT of movies, and this is without a doubt one of the best movies I've seen since Return of the King. Endgame comes close, but this beats it.

The cast is phenomenal. The returning cast repeated and expanded on their excellent work from part 1. Of the new entries, Lea Seydoux and Christopher Walken carried their roles excellently and with gravitas. I expect Florence Pugh to really shine in Part 3.

The standout performance, though... Austin Butler. Bloody hell, he creeped me out.

It's clear that Villeneuve used some of the same crew from Arrival - there are several nods and hints with the imagery and the sound design. Good choice.

I look forward to seeing Part 3!
9/10
Best version this century,albeit the timeline's altered.
pappywatts7 March 2024
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OK,I had read all the novels, up until Brian Herbert took over to write house harkonnen,and always his dad inspired the original series first four Books to be a reflection of the regimes and different cultures on our planet,you know the pretty blue one, maybe a thousand years from now,and themes of AI danger,wars,mentats,mass production,and trade wars of that particular era. In short a mirror.

Part one superlative,cinematic, a big improvement to lynch's original.

However I can't give a 10 to this eagerly awaited part two edition,as the director has changed the original book version somewhat, but all the actors did perform exemplary with what they were given.

I didn't like the ending, and the inference of what was to come,after the defeat,it looked like a setup prelude to Messiah,the principle evil characters were dispatched, in a different way to the book,and the benegesserit order,supplanted by Jessica's fremen converts following didn't have the dramatic impact and in the book years passed before the uprising,Paul's character had some important training to go through,and had to prove that he had the heart of a warrior. Also the film portrayed North and South deserts,where there was some division between religious factions and warriors.

Also a Big reveal, that the fremen could ride the worms,and before him taking a trip to survive in the desert,and taking the water of life.

At this point Stilgar became a bit watered down,and Gurney the smuggler reunited with Paul.....all done within 10 minutes on film.

Chani having a hissy fit at the end jarred somewhat. It was accepted that Muad dib would take power and rule for political purposes,and that was implicit in the books,he had already seen his own death in the future. Chani also had three children by him eventually in the books.

Christopher Walken,a great actor and thespian,wasted, not given enough coverage,thinly revealed ,not really portrayed as an all powerful Emperor.

Timothy Chalamet was probably the only convincing original Paul Atreides,along with the psychotic feyd rautha by Austin Butler.

Apparently Chala Mala bing bong is going to do a Bob Dylan biopic...Please...Don't mess that up,while I'm still on the planet.. I still have the original vinyls,it's Alright Ma..I'm only sighing....

What was missing in both films was the power of the landsraad, and guild navigators reliant on spice for utilising foldspace.
10/10
Perfection, a masterpiece
martinpersson9710 March 2024
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Denis Villenueve's first Dune film was likewise a masterpiece, and one of the better films of 2021, being one of the few films in the genre nominated for the Best Picture Oscar.

This sequel, however, completing the original book by Frank Herbert, is arguably even better and further complex. Other critics have noted the similarities in quality and scope to The Dark Knight and The Empire Strikes Back, and I can do nothing less than agree.

This film spins further on and develops the ideas of the original film in far more complex manners - good and evil is not as clear, and it feels like a very human and poignant commentary on the dangers of following prophets and charismatic leaders. It is indeed a vast characterization, wonderful acting and writing - that works on its own, yet leaves the door open for a potential third film.

It is a bit more unconventional than the first film in terms of its pacing, storytelling and artistic merits - yet similar enough to stand as the second chapter.

The cinematography, cutting and editing is of course incredible, and very revolutionary. Some of the best effects works and imagery ever put on screen, and truly a joy to experience.

Overall, definitely one of the better films of the year, a true masterpiece, and one of the best scifi films of all time!
9/10
Dune: Part Two
humzahladiwala29 February 2024
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Dune: Part Two had a lot to do: Part One spent nearly three hours creating questions and setting up plot lines and Part Two has the challenge of bringing them all together. Asides from the in-universe questions, there were external concerns that the film had to field. Many, including myself, found the first movie to be well made but a bit hollow upon first viewing. Both the crew and the actors did well, but they occasionally seemed to show signs of struggle in terms of managing the weight of the admittedly very heavy source material. Part Two ends up doing a nice job at fielding these questions and winds up creating a well made sequel that not only improves on the first, but expands its ideas and makes them more coherent. Every aspect of the first film is done better in the second, from the visuals to the handling of the story: the transformation of Paul Atreides into Muad'Dib is done beautifully and is anchored by a strong performance from Timothée Chalamet. The connection between Paul and Chani is written and performed very well and the introductions of the new characters, such as the Emperor and Feyd-Rautha Harkkonen are executed smoothly. The movie seems to be much more confident in its direction than the first and that makes for a more compelling watch because the audience feels that confidence and can lose itself more easily in the on-screen universe. Technically, the film is jaw dropping and occasionally had me wondering how they managed to film some scenes. The Imax experience is extremely rewarding and I get the feeling that I maybe wouldn't have enjoyed the movie as much if I had seen it at home. The big question surrounding this movie, as well as all adaptations is, how does it compare to the original book? The film does make some big choices, particularly in regards to Alia Atreides, but I can't see how they could have managed to make the film more of a loyal adaptation without sacrificing some of its quality. So while the film may not replace the books, they are, in my opinion, a very good companion piece and a worthy adaptation. I look forward to Part Three and I am very grateful to Mr Villenueve for spearheading this project and bringing this story to life.
10/10
"May thy knife chip and shatter"
kart-401742 March 2024
When Dave Bautista told the only way to watch Dune: Part Two was in Imax, I assumed it was some marketing gimmick but boy I was wrong ..... the depths in sound design from sheer silence to astronomical collisions it was Fookin brilliant Hans zimmer )) bravo !

Denis Villeneuve's maturity in film making is displayed in an opulent scale like no other, all his previous gems - Sicaro, Arrival, Blade runner 2049 prepared him for this movie. Frames are sculpted like art in de silver screens especially that colosseum fight under the black sun or the final duel paying tribute to the original 1984 version "shivers down my spine" woof baby that's the bar ryt there.

Timothée Chalamet chose the right film to be the protagonist , setting his own milestone in Hollywood and Greig Fraser chose the ryt director bringing a grandiose vision to life.
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8/10
Part Three To Come
stevendbeard2 March 2024
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I saw Dune Part Two, starring Timothe'e Chalamet-Wonka, Interstellar; Zendaya-Euphoria_tv, the Spider_Man movies; Austin Butler-Elvis_2022, Hannah Montana_tv and Christopher Walken-Seven Psychopaths, Balls of Fire.

This is the second part to the 2021 remake of the 1984 original movie and from the ending, there will be a part three to come-it ends in a cliff hanger. Timothee and Zendaya return with some new cast members. Christopher plays the Emperor and Austin plays a psychotic killer-he likes to use knives-and he works for Christopher. Timothee continues his training in the desert, mostly learning how to ride the sand worms but also some tactical fighting, too, which he puts to good use. Zendaya helps with his training in walking in the sand-you need to act like you are drunk to confuse the worms-and becomes his love interest. Lots of fights over the control of the spice and there is a blue fluid that is drained from the worms that has different effects on males and females. Some of the smaller cameo roles from part one-Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem & Dave Bautista-do have bigger parts in this installment.

It's rated PG-13 for violence and language and has a running time of 2 hours & 46 minutes.

I liked this part better than the first one and it would be a good one to see in the theaters.
9/10
EPIC MASTERPIECE!
andrewchristianjr29 February 2024
Epic Masterpiece! The Visual, the sound, the music, the story, the acting, the world of Dune is pure epic. This is cinema!

Synopsis: "Dune: Part Two" will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.

Rating: PG-13 (Sequences of Strong Violence, Brief Strong Language, Some Suggestive Material) Genre: Sci-fi, Adventure, Action, Fantasy, Drama Original Language: English Director: Denis Villeneuve Producer: Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Denis Villeneuve, Tanya Lapointe, Patrick McCormick Writer: Denis Villeneuve, Jon Spaihts.
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10/10
A masterpiece
Sherlocked652 March 2024
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I've watched many movies and that movie was the best one I've ever seen, everything about it was beautiful from the cinematography, the special effects, the acting, the story development, everything was so cool you could see how the characters drastically change throughout the movie, especially Paul and specifically Lady Jessica, so different by the end of the movie. It's a big watch but I can't recommend this enough. What a way to go into 2024 with such a fantastic movie, I really do think that it's going to win a lot of awards, I can't praise it enough for what it is it's truly the best film I've seen. Truly a masterpiece.
10/10
Wow. Just wow.
jackmanis28 February 2024
Caught the sneak preview last night of Dune 2. How do you put in words the magnificence of a film? There's been many through time but this one just set the bar I believe. First off you've got to see it on IMax. I don't know if the smaller screen would have the same feeling. The effects are seamless. There's nothing else to say about that. And the story is complete from start to finish. But the thing that really sets it apart is the music and sound design holding hands with the effects and cinematography. It's powerful. There were moments when I found myself mesmerized by the effects and sound and lost track of the story a bit, but the phenomenal performances by Timothee Chalamet and Austin Butler brought me right back and were quite impressive. Zendaya was equally amazing. I don't want to give much away, but there are some beautiful nods to the very first dune that David Lynch directed and I think it's actually better than the first Dune '21 Denis Villeneuve did. He is simply a genious.
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6/10
Scintillating Steam Punk Sci-Fi is Style Over Substance...
Xstal1 March 2024
If you're looking for a film that's made of brilliance, that requires persistence and some resilience, that's often quite obscure, and has periods of chore, but is generally engaging, and punctilious. Packed with stars from round the world the cast is great, although old Walken may just get you vexed and grate, as will the nonsense words recited, Florence Pugh don't look delighted, and Stellan Skarsgård must have loved to post deflate. Although the worms are truly fantastic creations, if you've had them as a child they'd recall sensations, but these are really big, and would cause more than a jig, all in all it failed to meet, my expectations.
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9/10
Only bad thing is it was hours too short
alettahendrikx4 March 2024
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This was epic. The sounds, music, graphics, decor, acting, scènery, costumes, it was mesmerizing from start til end. Some parts were terrifying in their perfect settings. The wormriding is one of the most intense and thrilling scenes I have ever watched and I am a big horror fan.

The atmosphere reminded me of The Cell, at least in terms of cinematography. Absolutely beautifull and the wait for the last part of the triology, which release Will be in 2028 at his best, will be sweet torture. And please let Austin Butler become a bold goth, God he is sexy as hell in this masterpiece. I am prettig sure i will Watch it over and over. Untill part three is there anyway.
9/10
Nearly a masterpiece for me
RocKMinDz10 March 2024
Wow. Dune 2 by Denis Villeneuve is maybe just as visually stunning as the first part. Actually, it looks a bit more gorgeous than the first one, possibly due to the more frequently used aerial / (extreme) long shots.

In combination with Hans Zimmer's score it is a perfectly crafted piece of art. I literally got goosebumps several times at the final parts of the film.

The visual and musical aspects do in fact carry the movie. Although the play by the actors is more than really good, though not absolutely outstanding. But thats not even needed.

Besides that it felt like most of the new characters were rushed.

And i had the feeling something was missing for me. And now i probably know what it was. I couldn't really identify with the characters.

Nevertheless it was a pleasurable experience.

8.7/10 would recommend.
8/10
A masterclass in cinematography but the story led a bit to desire
destroyerwod9 March 2024
So lets say it first and loud, the cinematography just like the first movie is epic. Visuals are stunning and you never seen a sand planet looking that great, and that include any Star Wars.

Every actors performed great as well, and the music was fantastic. Honestly there is nothing i could complain about when it comes to everything around cinematography and production value. Best director? I could see this easily.

When it comes to the story tough this is where just like the first im not totally convinced. I need to rewatch the first soon, wich i wanted to do before this sequel but lacked the time for, but from memories it was a beautifull movie with a convoluted story and i taught it was a bit hard to follow in part. I got the big lines of course but some nuances may had slept me by.

This sequel is a lot more straight forward yet there is also story parts that still let me question them. Why a certain character behave a certain way, who is what again? The movie use a lot of terms that are not exactly "rolling on the tongue" and there is some mcguffins and other things that made me question what was going on.

Im sure if i would rewatch both movies multiple times ill get a better feel and grip of the story but in the year 2024 with so much movies to watch and a pretty long run time, its not as straight forward, especially as at first sight im not "that drawn" on said story.

All of this said tough this is NOT a bad story at all and like what i started with, the production value is epic. So giving it anything under 8 would be dishonest especially on my own rating scale. That said i can't quite bump it to a 9 because its not a movie i feel like i want to watch again and again like a Dark Knight or John Wick Chapter ...well all of them. But was it a pretty good time? Yes.
10/10
Masterpiece
aldifauzan-1320129 February 2024
**A Cinematic Triumph: Exploring the Epic Sequel "Dune: Part Two"**

"Dune: Part Two" emerges as a cinematic tour de force, building upon the foundations laid by its predecessor to deliver an epic saga that surpasses all expectations. Directed by visionary filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, this sequel transports viewers back to the mesmerizing world of Arrakis, weaving a tapestry of intrigue, betrayal, and heroism on an unprecedented scale.

From the outset, it is evident that "Dune: Part Two" is a labor of love, meticulously crafted with an unwavering commitment to honoring Frank Herbert's iconic source material. The film picks up seamlessly where its predecessor left off, plunging viewers into a world on the brink of war as the battle for control of Arrakis intensifies.

One of the film's greatest strengths lies in its masterful storytelling. Villeneuve deftly navigates the intricate narrative threads, balancing exposition with heart-pounding action to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Each character is given ample room to grow and evolve, their motivations and conflicts explored with depth and nuance. Whether it's the charismatic Paul Atreides grappling with his destiny as the prophesied messiah or the enigmatic Lady Jessica torn between loyalty to her son and the Bene Gesserit sisterhood, every character feels fully realized and essential to the story's unfolding drama.

Visually, "Dune: Part Two" is nothing short of breathtaking. The sweeping vistas of Arrakis, brought to life with stunning practical and visual effects, serve as a mesmerizing backdrop for the film's epic narrative. From the towering sandworms that roam the desert to the intricately designed fremen sietches, every aspect of the world-building is executed with meticulous attention to detail, immersing viewers in a universe that feels both fantastical and eerily familiar.

At the heart of the film lies its exceptional ensemble cast, led by the incomparable performances of Timothée Chalamet and Rebecca Ferguson. Chalamet brings a quiet intensity to the role of Paul Atreides, capturing the character's internal struggle with poise and conviction. Ferguson, meanwhile, delivers a standout performance as Lady Jessica, infusing the character with a complexity and strength that elevates her beyond the typical archetype of the genre.

Supporting performances from the likes of Oscar Isaac, Zendaya, and Javier Bardem further enrich the film's tapestry, each actor bringing depth and gravitas to their respective roles. Whether it's Isaac's portrayal of the noble Duke Leto Atreides or Bardem's charismatic turn as the fremen leader Stilgar, every character leaves a lasting impression, contributing to the film's rich and immersive world.

Yet, perhaps the most remarkable aspect of "Dune: Part Two" is its thematic depth. Beneath its epic spectacle lies a poignant exploration of power, religion, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. As the various factions vie for control of Arrakis, the film forces viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about human nature and the corrupting influence of power. It's a timely and thought-provoking commentary that resonates long after the credits roll, inviting viewers to ponder the implications of our actions in an increasingly complex world.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part Two" stands as a triumphant achievement in modern cinema, a sprawling epic that dazzles the senses while challenging the mind. With its masterful storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and stellar performances, it cements Denis Villeneuve's status as one of the preeminent filmmakers of our time. For fans of science fiction and cinema alike, "Dune: Part Two" is an experience not to be missed-an unforgettable journey to the heart of Arrakis and beyond.
9/10
Great movie, Zendaya is the main problem
francis0071 March 2024
I loved the first one, this one does not disappoint even if it is not entirely perfect. Visually stunning, the section on the Harkonnen planet was a masterpiece. We got great performances from most actors, Bardem and Butler in particular - the guy is the next big star without a doubt -, but Chalame was very good also. He really pulled it off. You believe he is a great messianic leader.

The weak link is Zendaya with her annoying face that seems able to have only one expression. She is not bad but not on the same level.

Also the ending seems rushed.

But overall a great movie, and one of the best of the last years, not very difficult yes, the quality from Hollywood has declined.
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10/10
Perfect!
rweinhold622 March 2024
Please keep this going through all six books. This is the absolutely best rendering of a very complex story. The first Dune was OK. The BBC mini series was good. This kicks it out of the ball yard. The characters and acting nail it. Please keep going because this book series deserves this kind of engagement and understanding. The debunking of the messiah myth. The conflict is perfectly recognized in this rendition. I can't wait for the next part of this and seeing how you render the God emperor. I have been a big fan of the books since they came out and have actually used one in one of my classes. Please keep going. Perfect!
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10/10
A Masterpiece of Film Making
MovieBuff545414 March 2024
Before I get into all the mind blowingly wonderful things about this film, there are a few caveats: 1) It is an absolute "must" to see "Dune" before watching "Dune: Part Two"; and 2) It would be best if you had read the books before watching either movie. There is so much packed into this movie that having the back story down before viewing will add to your enjoyment. The cinematography is beyond anything I've ever seen on the screen. The word "sweeping cinematography" comes to mind but that doesn't portray how breathtaking it all was. BIG shout outs to Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler, Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya for their acting. By the way, the hand-to-hand fight scene between Butler and Chalamet is exceptionally choreographed and must have taken many weeks of rehearsal (usually, I'm yawning at fight scenes). I want to go back and watch this movie 4 or 5 more times to make sure I gleaned all possible nuance. They could have split this movie into two feature films and we'd still had an overwhelming amount to unpack. I've heard that there is incredible scenes which were left on the cutting room floor. Director's Cut, anyone? And I usually despise Director's Cut because they are narcissistic indulgences yet I want one for this film. Bring on Part Three and even more.
10/10
A Spectacular Cinematic Achievement
erikdanielson3 March 2024
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Dune Part Two, the second half of Denis Villeneuve's ambitious two part adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal 1965 sci-fi classic, feels like a blockbuster to end all blockbusters, a monumental cinematic achievement. While the Lord of the Rings comparisons may be pretty obvious, especially since Herbert's novel is often considered the sci-fi equivilent of Tolkien's epic fantasy trilogy, it absolutely fits here because if 2021's Dune (or Dune Part One) felt like filmmaking on an epic scale that we hadn't seen since Peter Jackson first transported audiences to Middle Earth with The Fellowship of the Ring back in 2001, Dune Part Two feels like filmmaking on a level that we haven't seen since The Two Towers in 2002. On top of that, Villeneuve and Jackson's adaptations of their respective novels have a lot in common, as both find a perfect blend of straight up, accurate adaptation of the material while also finding ways to expand upon the themes of the novels in a way that feels respectful and makes sense.

Dune Part Two is the perfect example of the "when everybody does their part for the group project" meme. Whether it's Villeneuve and Jon Spaihts' script, which perfectly blends humor, drama, action and even horror in a way that makes the nearly 3 hour runtime fly by, to an all time great score by Hans Zimmer, who truly feels as if he's firing on all cylinders in awaythat he really hasn't before, to Grieg Fraser's breathtaking cinnematography that brings the different planets that make up the Dune universe (Dune-iverse??) to life (the black and white gladiator arena sequence on the Harkonnen home world of Giedi Prime in particular is a key standout), to the stunning and immersive production and costume design by Patrice Vermette and Jacqueline West respectively, everything comes together to create a film that not only builds upon the strengths of its predecessor, but far surpasses it, cementing itself alongside the likes of the afformentioned Two Towers, T2, The Godfather Part Two and The Empire Strikes Back as one of the all time great cinematic sequels. That's to say nothing of the acting, which is also phenomenal. Timothée Chalamet cements that he was perfectly cast as the series' awkward, reluctant messiah/chosen one, Paul Atreides. While it would admitedly be easy for some of Paul's decisions, actions and dialogue to come off as whiny or insufferable, Chalamet chooses to lean into Paul's apprehension and reluctance to taking on a role/title that was imposed on him by the people around him, while at the same time, dealing with the very real grief he feels over basically everybody he loved and most of his family being senselessly massacred by the Harkonnens and basically becoming the leader of not only his family but of the royal House Atreides basically overnight, resulting in easily Chalamet's best performance to date. Rebecca Fergusson's Lady Jessica continues to metaphorically and also quite literally be mother. In fact, she's so good at being mother that this film gives her the title of Reverend Mother (which in Bene Geserit terms is basically the ultimate mother). Javier Bardem's Stilgar proves to be the comedic heart of the film while not being reduced to a laughing stock or a purely comedic character and, along with Lady Jessica, serves as the perfect representation of the film's themes of religious fervor and fanaticism. On the flipside, there's Zendaya's Chani, who, along with Paul, serves as the more skeptical counter to the adult's religious fanaticism. Chani is easily the film's MVP. After so much buildup for her appearance in Part One (which famously lead to people getting "Zendaya-baited" by the movie because she was such a huge part of the promotion for the film and ultimately had like 5 minutes of screentime in the actual movie), Chani both is and isn't the character you expect her to be, even if you've read the book. Villeneuve, Spaihts and Zendaya herself give Chani some much needed depth and complexity that truly elevates her character. As for the newcomers, Austin Butler is easily the standout. Butler brings all the rockstar energy and swagger that he brought to the role of Elvis but dials it up to 11 to his chilling portrayal of the murderous and psychotic Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen and steals every single scene he's in. However, not all the characters fare so well. While we certainly get more of Stellan Skarsgard's Baron Vladamir Harkonnen and Dave Bautista's Glossu "Beast" Rabban than we got in Part One and their performances are great (especially Bautista's, who really gets to showcase Rabban's physicality and why he has the nickname "Beast" in his scenes), they aren't given nearly as much depth as the heroes are. While their motivations are clearly defined, they don't hsve the depth of someone like Paul or Chani. The other newcomers who aren't Butler (Christopher Walken as the Emperor, Florence Pugh as his daughter Princess Irulan and Lea Sedoux as Bene Geserit sister Lady Margot Fenring) really drew the short end of the stick when it comes to screentime but with a story as character dense as Dune, that was bound to happen.

It isn't all positive though. Even with two films that have a combined runtime of nearly 6 hours, Dune is such a dense book (the book iw over 600 pages and the audio book version I listened to on Audible clocked in at just over 21 hours), it's possible to TRULY adapt all of Dune, and some elements of the story do feel somewhat rushed due to Villeneuve and Spaihts opting to change what in the book is a time jump of a couple years during which Paul and the Fremen disrupt spice production and Maud'Dib becomes a figure feared by the Harkonnens and Imperium alike to a couple of months (if even) in the movie, which, in the longrun isn't something that deeply impacts the story, but it does make certain smaller details make less sense as we near the film's climax. That being said, Villeneuve and Spaihts are clearly aware that doing a *fully accurate* adaptation of Dune with the two movie constraint that they had was nigh impossible, so they opted to omit certain things, condense others, and in some cases, add things, all while keeping true to the spirit and themes of Herbert's novel to the point that it's clear that they both have a deep reverence for the novel. Given how Dune Part Two ends off, I have no doubt that the inevitable conclusion to Villeneuve's trilogy, Dune Part Three/Dune: Messiah will also take liberties with adapting ITS source novel as well, and if the first two parts are anything to go by, that'll be for the best.

Dune Part Two is, without question, one of the greatest sci-fi films ever made and a standout in Denis Villeneuve's already incredible filmography. While it's very easy for a movie to get way too overhyped way too quickly, in the case of Dune Part Two, ABSOLUTELY believe the hype. Believe the hype and see it on the biggest IMAX screen you can, just as Villeneuve intended, or if you're lucky enough to see be living near a theater that's showing it in 70mm film, as I did for my second screening, do yourself a favor and see it in that format too. (But, if you do that, do yoursef a favor and also see it in IMAX. Movies like this are why IMAX was invented).
10/10
Dune: part 2
mikenandinho8 March 2024
The story, the characters, the visuals, the twist, the mashup of sound and feelings was just mind bending, it gave me goosebumps actually! I'll be watching this movie for countless times and I'm sure I will come to love it more and more and more. Scifi seems to be on the rise again and Dune part 2 shows the start of an amazing coming year.

In all honesty, I think for Dune to be beaten it will take a lot of even such is possible.

I am extremely happy I was able to live this experience, to enjoy such an amazing movie on the big screen and I'd say it's a10/10 as it should be a 11/10!

Just a wonderful experience! Thank you Dennis & all!

Just saw it again and it's even better!
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6/10
An Unholy Mess
paul_bibby17 March 2024
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I was really looking forward to Dune Part 2 in the hope that it would be better than Part One. Don't get me wrong P1 was a decent effort and set the scene reasonably well for the second instalment. Sadly, I was disappointed.

Much of the criticism of the original Lynch movie stemmed from the fact that Lynch altered a few of the key aspects of the novel but the same can be said of Villeneuve's production too. I'd argue Lynch's changes are far less problematic. At least he kept Alia and the Guild Navigators and didn't consign them to footnotes. What the hell is Spaihts and Villeneuve talking about when they say the passion for Leto's death in P1 would be diminished with a time jump of a few years to P2 just so they could avoid casting a child actor in the role of Pauls sister? It makes no sense and diminishes P2 immensely.

On the Guild Navigator's not appearing in the original novel; well the whole point of introducing them in the Lynch movie and the TV shows was to emphasise who had the real power in the Universe and who it was that Paul had to defeat to become the God Emperor. By leaving them out it needs some other vehicle to persuade the audience of the jeopardy faced by the Atreides dynasty and their Fremen followers. This production fails on that score.

My main problem with P2, however, is the whole alteration of the time from the start of P1 to the end of P2. In the novel and the Lynch movie there was no such problem. By cramming so much into such a short period of less than a year, rather than the 2 years of the book, the whole feeling of the film becomes messy and disjointed. Maybe, it was due to the budget constraints. $190m is not a lot for a movie these days. Lynch's movie cost $40m over 40 years ago. Today, we would expect at least $250m if not $400m for such a prestigious movie, with so much expectation. Far greater than in 1984.

Both P1 & P2 have been hyped up a great deal and rightly so. Audiences ought to expect a genuine epic from such great source material and with a strong history of visual productions. However, the end result was a space drama with no drama, a lack lustre soundtrack, mediocre acting, a lame script and a messy screenplay. I don't even think the costumes were all that good. No style. No panache. No drama. No humour. No intrigue.

Chalamet ought to have been able to mature in his role but he wasn't given the chance. I'm not entirely convinced he could have pulled it off anyway. He looks like a young skinny teen at the end of P2 just as he did at the start of P1. The same cannot be said of Kyle MacLachlan, whose Paul Muad'dib Atreides would have had millions of Fremen warriors chasing after him across the galaxy. I couldn't see the Fremen following Chalamet into battle on Arrakis, let alone on a crusade to decimate the universe. Let's not even mention the missing characters in P2 or the unsatisfactory relationship of Paul and Chani. I never felt warm to any of the characters, which I did in both the 1984 original and the TV shows.

Every omission and alteration creates problems that go beyond the basic story. It made the movie feel more like a first draft rather than the finished article. God knows how much was left on the cutting room floor but if what we ended up with is the best the editor could give us then he either deserves an Oscar or never to be hired again.

No Thufir Hawat. No Count Fenring. No Guild Navigators. No child Alia. No Leto Atreides II. No Harah. There is a reason these characters exist in the novel and why leaving them out makes for a far less satisfying evening at the theatre. Will there be a Part 3? Villeneuve says it makes sense but if he's going to butcher Dune Messiah as much as he did with Dune then I'm not sure anyone should give him the budget.

I gave Part One, 8/10. I give Part Two, 6/10, simply because it is worse than P1 when it should have been better.
9/10
Finally a movie for movie lovers!
elderpampar1 March 2024
We have been starved and deprived of good quality movies these last couple of years.

Hollywood and its soulless companies like Wokisney have spent billions on box checking, politics, social politics, and other nonsense onto our screens. Only for it to blow up in their faces, listen to your customers and what they want! We want a good story, plot and escape the day-to-day issues.

Thankfully, Dune: Part 2 is here to bring the balance back. No, box ticking, just good acting based on people's ability and to be immersed in a story.

Dune part 2 is excellent, great acting, the complex situation of Paul's path and the politics involved with his choices.

The downside is we will have to wait for part 3 and I want it now.
10/10
Much needed blockbuster!
ScottishWallace24 March 2024
After watching Dune 2 in the theaters last night, I can ensure that this is the ultimate culmination of Denis Villeneuve's vision for Dune. He can improve upon his previous masterpiece of the first Dune movie in 2021 tenfold. Each shot, each frame is pure artistry. It truly highlights the breadth of the vastness of the desert and mythical culture of Dune. From the desert sunsets in the sky to the fierce fighting sequences in the sands, each scene is a one of amazing magnitude. And the visual effects for every sandworm, ship, and every single aspect is one of master quality. Each sand worm and ornithopter feels so realistic and tangible, like I am watching a real-life documentary than a sci fi film. This is especially important given all the CGI complaints over the past year and a half. But rest assure, the visual effects for Dune are all beautifully painstakingly created and are sheer works of craftsmanship.
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9/10
Dune Part 2 was immense
banzoozalreviews2 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's Dune Part 2 is immense in every sense of the word. It's a monstrous cinematic spectacle made with great care, finesse, and sheer artistry. It's an experience, albeit a heavy one, that delivers epic thrills and some real, circa "Game of Thrones" manipulative shenanigans. If Dune Part 1, which I think was better paced, was laying the groundwork and is a masterpiece in its own right, Dune Part 2 is a full-blown sci-fi war epic full of breathtaking visuals, flawless sound design, exhilarating out-of-this-world sequences, and some superlative acting. Dune Part 2 breathes and screams cinema and should be seen on the biggest screen possible. Bring on Part 3!
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10/10
The Star Wars of our Generation
lauratraczyk-7007629 February 2024
Dune: Part Two is a visually stunning and emotionally powerful film that is sure to leave a lasting impression. The story is epic in scope, yet it never loses sight of the personal stakes involved. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the performances are top-notch. Timothée Chalamet is particularly good as Paul Atreides, and he brings a real depth and nuance to the role. The film is also beautifully shot, with stunning cinematography and special effects. The music is also incredible, and it really helps to create an immersive and atmospheric experience.

Overall, Dune: Part Two is a masterpiece of modern cinema. It is a must-see for fans of science fiction, epic films, and great acting. I highly recommend it !!
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10/10
Homage to Frank Herbert
ronaldcrandall26 February 2024
A love story to the original trilogy.

This is how you make a movie out of a book, for all future movie makers out there. While there are divergencies from the books, it thematically follows and still captures the heart of the corruption of power, religion, ecological transformation, ethics, war and violence that Frank Herbert played on in his masterpiece. The multiple shots, sometimes only a few seconds, that paid tribute to conversations and interplay within the books was excellent. I wish they had had time to include the full story given how beautifully choregraphed each scene is, but its already almost 3 hours and somethings just have to be cut.

It impressively does all this while still spending enough time on character building and capturing the "plan within a plan within a plan." Just well done, I hope there will be an extended trilogy cut in the future. Perhaps someone will even make the sequels/prequels in the future.
2/10
unhealthy
gsygsy15 March 2024
I can say with confidence that DUNE:PART TWO is neither better nor worse than Part One. Visuals are impressive. Writing is dismal. The actors do what they can. Austin Butler is welcome as the psychotic villain -- the villains, as so often in these epics, get the most bang for the buck. Non scenery-chewers tend to come off worse, but somehow Rebecca Ferguson and Zendaya emerge from it all as people you might bump into -- quite an achievement in Ms Ferguson's case, given how ludicrous her role is. Timothee Chalamet, in spite of his essential gentleness and small frame, is able to dig deep and bring out a Shakesperean actor's energy when he needs to, which is just as well, as he does need to here. The whole project is mired in dismal quasi-religious mumbo-jumbo, permitting the kind of mentality that luxuriates in conspiracy theories and is turning our planet into an impossible place to navigate. It is, literally, unhealthy.
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10/10
A movie to see at the cinema
sorinamgheorghe2 March 2024
We just saw it today and I have to say I enjoyed every moment. I missed seeing a movie worth the trip to a cinema and I have lived throughout every moment of it.

They did justice to the book, it is so beautifully filmed and created, and the music complements every scene. They also managed to send the correct messages from the book who are still so valid or even more important nowadays. And to be fair the young cast also rose to the occasion and did well for their characters. It was beautiful to watch and impressive to hear.

One might say it feels too slow paced at some point but it is for a good reason, and what comes next is explosive. I love it.
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2/10
unhealthy
gsygsy15 March 2024
I can say with confidence that DUNE:PART TWO is neither better nor worse than Part One. Visuals are impressive. Writing is dismal. The actors do what they can. Austin Butler is welcome as the psychotic villain -- the villains, as so often in these epics, get the most bang for the buck. Non scenery-chewers tend to come off worse, but somehow Rebecca Ferguson and Zendaya emerge from it all as people you might bump into -- quite an achievement in Ms Ferguson's case, given how ludicrous her role is. Timothee Chalamet, in spite of his essential gentleness and small frame, is able to dig deep and bring out a Shakesperean actor's energy when he needs to, which is just as well, as he does need to here. The whole project is mired in dismal quasi-religious mumbo-jumbo, permitting the kind of mentality that luxuriates in conspiracy theories and is turning our planet into an impossible place to navigate. It is, literally, unhealthy.
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10/10
Homage to Frank Herbert
ronaldcrandall26 February 2024
A love story to the original trilogy.

This is how you make a movie out of a book, for all future movie makers out there. While there are divergencies from the books, it thematically follows and still captures the heart of the corruption of power, religion, ecological transformation, ethics, war and violence that Frank Herbert played on in his masterpiece. The multiple shots, sometimes only a few seconds, that paid tribute to conversations and interplay within the books was excellent. I wish they had had time to include the full story given how beautifully choregraphed each scene is, but its already almost 3 hours and somethings just have to be cut.

It impressively does all this while still spending enough time on character building and capturing the "plan within a plan within a plan." Just well done, I hope there will be an extended trilogy cut in the future. Perhaps someone will even make the sequels/prequels in the future.
10/10
A very rare perfect film
topdog-6484111 March 2024
Absolutely incredible... there are almost no words to describe this sequel to perhaps the greatest sci-fi movie ever created. Going in to this one, I knew I had to lower my expectations because how could it possibly be on the same level as the first. I was very, very wrong.

From the opening scene, Dennis once again pulls you bodily into the deserts of Arrakis, captivating your senses of sight, of sound, feeling the rumbles from the bass, your sense of anticipation, of a steady buildup of energy, emotion, and awe as the movie progresses, each scene somehow gripping your heart even more than the last. As my friend said - "THIS is sci-fi." So much care and attention to detail. It's like each scene could be portrayed 1000 different ways, the camera angles different, what they focus on, the lighting, the sound, the acting, the dialogue, and 999 of those ways are inferior to what is found throughout Dune 2.

A very rare 10/10 film imo. If this doesn't win best picture, we can finally bury the axe in Hollywood because it has died lmao.
10/10
A movie to see at the cinema
sorinamgheorghe2 March 2024
We just saw it today and I have to say I enjoyed every moment. I missed seeing a movie worth the trip to a cinema and I have lived throughout every moment of it.

They did justice to the book, it is so beautifully filmed and created, and the music complements every scene. They also managed to send the correct messages from the book who are still so valid or even more important nowadays. And to be fair the young cast also rose to the occasion and did well for their characters. It was beautiful to watch and impressive to hear.

One might say it feels too slow paced at some point but it is for a good reason, and what comes next is explosive. I love it.
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10/10
A masterful and immersive tour de force
julianblunt1 March 2024
Dude is a pillar of science fiction, and to see it done this well, especially in a climate of relatively subpar cinema has been nothing less than thrilling to watch.

Book readers will come away satisfied, and even with our nitpicks with the changes they've had to make from turning a large complex novel like Dune into a two hours and 45 minute movie, I was delighted with the tweaks they made. These changes not only helped make the story more coherent to a casual audience, but also highlighted some character motives without having to dive too deep into other plotlines.

For those were just looking to see a well-made piece of cinema, you will not be disappointed. It's a visually stunning, emotionally, gripping, and well crafted cautionary tale on charismatic leaders.

Denis Villeneuve take a bow. This is the kind of movie that comes around once every 20 years or so. 10/10.
8/10
Very enjoyable but strange pacing and editing at times
conorkingtuohy2 March 2024
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This movie looks and sounds amazing. The cast are all great in their roles, the special effects are the best I've seen this year and easily stand up to the best of Villeneuve's movies. Cinematography also as goos as I've seen. The costumes and makeup also add great deal to the amazing universe they've created. I really enjoyed it over all, but I have to say that I found the pacing very unusual.

The first 2 hours seemed to pass along at a normal pace for this kind of movie - lots of drama and character development with interspersed action. Around when I felt that it was starting to look like the movie was starting to wrap up and was neatly building up to a cliffhanger for the next instalment, it explodes into a colossal battle scene between all of the main characters, and the movie carried on for another 30-40 mins of action and major plot turns. You could say it's a good complaint but I just felt like they were cramming in all this really important action when they really could have chopped out so much of the first 2 hours instead and had a much better, consistent action movie throughout.

Also, regarding the editing - a couple of times I wasn't sure how a scene with multiple people in it instantly jumped to a scene with just 2 people in it. For example, when Paul awakens from the coma, and after he stands up after getting slapped, he looks back at his mother and it jumps from a full room to just him and his mother. This happened in at least 2 scenes with the main character Paul, and was a little confusing - almost like they were chopping out random transitional sections to shorten the movie run time.

All in all, its a fantastic sequel and an enjoyable watch, but by no means a perfect movie.
10/10
A Journey Beyond the Sands: The Epic Saga Continues in Dune: Part Two
andrejsboka9 March 2024
I was utterly captivated by "Dune: Part Two," a film that stands as a testament to the power of exceptional sci-fi adaptations. It's been a while since I've seen such a worthy translation of a science fiction saga to the big screen, where every element is elevated to its pinnacle. Watching this film in IMAX, I was enveloped in a colossal experience that brilliantly captured the essence and spirit of the planet Arrakis, as well as the transformative journey of the protagonist. It wasn't just about his quest for self-discovery and love from two contrasting perspectives; the film also masterfully portrayed the political intrigue of the ruling powers and the enigmatic people yearning for liberation and a brighter future for their planet. "Dune: Part Two" is a stunningly beautiful film, delivering both in visual spectacle and narrative depth, making it a must-watch for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in a richly crafted universe.
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8/10
Better than the first one! Even more grand and entertaining!
SPZMaxinema4 March 2024
While I'm not as invested in this particular universe as I am in others and while it was slightly pretentious in tone, this movie grabbed my attention with its awesome action/fight sequences, its interesting twist, and the powerful way they ended it! Denis Villeneuve is a very skillful director with a detailed eye for filmmaking and I cannot help but like every movie of his that I see. The villains (especially the new younger one) were intimidating and the internal disagreements and conflict that the Freman had among themselves made the film less simplistic and more like it would likely be in real life among any group looking for/waiting for a prophet. Quality action, visuals, story, and characters/character development makes for a quality film!
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10/10
Dune 2: A Masterpiece of Sci-Fi Cinema
dominikbech1 March 2024
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Dune 2 is a stunning sequel that delivers on the promise of the first part and takes the epic sci-fi saga to new heights. Director Denis Villeneuve has crafted a visually spectacular and emotionally gripping film that explores the themes of destiny, power, and resistance in a complex and fascinating universe.

The film picks up where the first one left off, with Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) and his mother Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) joining the Fremen, the native people of the desert planet Arrakis, who are fighting against the brutal rule of the Harkonnen family. Paul is seen by some Fremen as their prophesied messiah, the Kwisatz Haderach, who will lead them to freedom and glory. However, Paul is also haunted by visions of a bloody future that he may not be able to avoid.

Dune 2 expands the scope and scale of the story, introducing new characters and locations that enrich the world-building and the plot. We meet the mysterious Bene Gesserit sisterhood, the powerful Emperor Shaddam IV (Christopher Walken), the cunning Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen (Austin Butler), and the fierce Fremen warrior Chani (Zendaya), who becomes Paul's love interest. We also travel to different planets, such as the water-rich Caladan, the industrial Giedi Prime, and the imperial Kaitain.

The film is a feast for the eyes and ears, with stunning cinematography, production design, costumes, and special effects. The desert landscapes of Arrakis are breathtaking, the sandworms are awe-inspiring, and the space battles are thrilling. The film also boasts a phenomenal score by Hans Zimmer, who creates a haunting and immersive soundscape that blends orchestral, electronic, and ethnic elements. The film is best experienced in IMAX, where the sound and the visuals are amplified to create a truly immersive experience.

The film also features excellent performances from the cast, who bring depth and nuance to their roles. Chalamet is superb as Paul, portraying his inner conflict and his growing charisma and confidence. Ferguson is equally impressive as Jessica, who balances her maternal instincts and her loyalty to the Bene Gesserit. Zendaya is captivating as Chani, who shares a strong chemistry with Chalamet and adds a touch of romance to the film. Bardem, Skarsgård, Bautista, and Butler are also memorable as the Fremen leader Stilgar, the grotesque Baron Harkonnen, the savage Beast Rabban, and the sinister Feyd-Rautha, respectively.

Dune 2 is not a film that tries to please everyone. It is faithful to the source material by Frank Herbert, which means that it is complex, dense, and challenging. It does not shy away from the dark and violent aspects of the story, nor does it simplify the political and religious implications. It also does not offer a conventional or satisfying conclusion, as it is only the second part of a planned trilogy. However, for those who appreciate the vision and ambition of Villeneuve and Herbert, Dune 2 is a masterpiece that deserves to be seen on the big screen.
10/10
Does justice to the books
nellypapazova2 March 2024
Awesome! Stunning! The film follows through the spirit of the books with the ever-present internal turmoil of Paul. It has the feel of mysticism of the books. The cinematography is spectacular and so is Hans Zimmer's music. The freemen and harkons are depicted really well and so is the planet Dune. At the same time, there are many details and happenings left behind, so for people who have not read the books it's a bit difficult to follow the narrative. The movie doesn't follow thoroughly the destiny of the other of the closest friends and servents of the Duke, who survived the massacre in part 1.
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6/10
Who edited this? No I know who but what?
sonickrunch3 March 2024
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So many editing choices made no sense. Somehow Paul runs at a soldier in the beginning leaving his mom behind, then to his left another soldier is coming at him only to be hit on the head from behind...hey must be Chani...no it's his mom...how did she get there so fast and unseen?

Then Paul has to prove himself by going into the desert, is given a tent etc and told to go. Next scene he's with Chani..ok np...then the next scene his trial is apparently over and he's there and back already...what?

Then he's walking up a hill towards his worm calling, the fremen are seated behind him watching him walk up the hill. Then they are apparently now staring at a field and Paul is over to their right? Huh? He calls a worm and it breaks through the hill that he was standing on continuing to the right, seemingly out of eye to the fremen since the hill was blocking there view of the right...yet somehow they appear to see him riding this worm and cheer.

Then they attack a spice harvester, hidden under the sand, seemingly able to hide their digging, footprints but hey ok. Then they attack just as they are able to get run over, an ornicopter takes out seemingly 1/2 of them, then Paul and Chani decide to attack it, while some others go to confront other soldiers. The ornicopter stays on Paul/Chani and can't seem to just move around so it can see under the legs and lets itself be blown up, all ground combat seemingly done with swords/knives for some reason. Next attack on a harvester is completed with only a single laser weapon....why have 1/2 the men killed in the first raid if you had that!

So many more scenes that just abruptly happen or people teleporting around for no logical reason. Paul comes into the temple to take the water of life, "You shouldn't be here", "I'm here to take the water of life", teleport to him with different clothes, "here you go". Pretty sure when he takes it he had other people with him and it wasn't done so damn quickly.

Alia being a fetus throughout the entire movie made zero sense given they showed what appeared to be her quickened growth in the beginning after the water of life was taken, months and months go by in the desert(Chani telling Paul it's been a long time since he's had his nightmares implies their relationship has been going on a long time) yet Jessica never appears to show further than maybe 6-7 months along...Alia never being born and not killing the Baron. Why??

I give this a 6 because despite all these terrible edits/choices the movie is still striking visually, and the costume design was fantastic, but wow...just wow to the above.
10/10
A Masterpiece
leeuhhh10 March 2024
This movie was phenomenal. I loved Dune part one but I loved this sequel so much more, which I did not even believe could be possible.

The filming, acting, and writing is all done incredibly well. The entire movie is so captivating that, without a clock, I would not have realized it is almost 3 hours long.

I quite honestly do not think I have seen a better cinematic film. This movie was constantly interesting, at some points funny, and generally an exciting and adventurous movie.

I genuinely suggest anyone questioning if they should watch Dune Part 2 to go see it. This movie is well worth it.
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10/10
The best cinema experience of my life!
valentinbeigneux29 February 2024
I'd already loved seeing the first part in IMAX, but with this second opus, Villeneuve has completely amazed me. The film is even more grandiose than the first, with actors, music, and visuals that are as powerful as ever, memorable and thrilling for over 2.5 hours.

Blending religion, politics and romance, Villeneuve's script takes just the right amount of time between action scenes to convey the complexity of Frank Herbert's universe. I left the cinema breathless, having not seen such a complete science fiction film for a very long time.

Go to the cinema as soon as you can, because the experience is unique.

And for the lucky ones, go for the IMAX!
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10/10
Greatest cinema experience in the last decade
vinfrisone10 March 2024
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Dune 2 is quite possibly the best cinema experience I've had in the last 10 years. Going into the movie I had mild expectations after watching the first. While Dune 1 was good I thought it to be a little lacking so I was cautiously optimistic. Dune 2 completely blew me away. I was hearing that it was the greatest sci-fi epic since Empire Strikes back and was being compared to our generations Two Towers. I laughed that off. Man was I wrong. It is all of those and more. Rarely have I ever been so moved by a film. Denis Villeneuve crafted a masterpiece in his second film. The characters are incredible. The story is magnificent and do not even get me started on the world building. Halfway through the film you're transported to the Harkonnen planet and I thought at the time "man this is a risk" but boy does it pay off. That entire sequence is tremendous. Paul's character arc is my favorite part of the film and the last 30-45 minutes are filled with action sequences that will make your jaw drop and keep it there. Dune 2 in my personal opinion is the greatest film I've ever had the pleasure to watch.
10/10
Wow!!
armanlikhon1 March 2024
"Dune Part 2 delivers another captivating journey into the rich and expansive universe crafted by Frank Herbert. With breathtaking visuals, stellar performances, and a gripping storyline, this sequel immerses audiences deeper into the intricate politics and epic conflicts of Arrakis. Director Denis Villeneuve continues to masterfully bring Herbert's vision to life, creating a cinematic experience that is both visually stunning and intellectually stimulating. From its stunning desert landscapes to its complex characters, Dune Part 2 is a triumph of science fiction filmmaking that will leave audiences eagerly anticipating the next installment."
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10/10
Long Live The Fighters!!
ttymngtn1 March 2024
Went into this with big expectations and was still blown away. The greatest cinematic experience i've had in my lifetime. If you haven't seen this. Do yourself a favour and see it in the biggest screen near you. Denis' ability to give his films scale was taken to a whole new level in this epic. The weight of the movie is felt in full force with an incredible rumbling score throughout. Masterful Editing & Incredible plot makes this a contender for top 250 movies of all time. This is what Hollywood needs. Saw this movie 6 hours ago and I'm still completely blown away. Adrenaline for days.

10/10 !!!!!
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10/10
I was awestruck
tylerness-873265 March 2024
There is not many near 3 hour films I could sit through and stay not only entertained but totally connected to the story. This film went beyond my expectations. It is hard sometimes making a sequel and living up to the first movie but it did just that. I totally agree with the Director that you could watch the second installment without watching the first but you would be missing out. Everything from the cinematography, sound, music to the story itself, I was awestruck by the finished product. Though the film does start out slow, it quickly picks up and runs with it. I very much look forward to part 3 as it leaves you with much more to the adventure still to be told. In my opinion, this is by far one of the greatest films I have seen in recent years.
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8/10
Better Pace and Peak Cinematography
sinscopefilms2 March 2024
First Impression: Initially, "Dune: Part 2" struck me with the same intensity as when I watched "Oppenheimer." It was an immediate immersion into a world so vast and visually stunning. The opening scenes set the right tone, promising an adventure that's both grand and intimate.

The Positives: The cinematography was breathtaking, with every shot from the closeups to long shots. The scenes enhanced with CGI created a visually stunning spectacle. The saturated orange hues of the desert scenes were particularly striking, evoking a sense of awe and wonder. Moreover, the inclusion of black and white scenes added a dramatic flair that was both unique and mesmerizing.

Florence Pugh, even though she had limited screen time, delivered a performance that was nothing short of spectacular, bringing depth and nuance to her character.

Hans Zimmer's score was a masterpiece, echoing the intensity of "Oppenheimer" at times that brought tension to the most important scenes, yet standing strong on its own merits. The action sequences with Zimmer's music were intense and brutal, making every moment on screen evident. The sound design, complete with peculiar yet striking effects and risers, was impeccable, enhancing the atmosphere and the tension of the narrative.

The costume design was another highlight, especially with the one villains' outfits being memorable for their intricate detail and the other villain costumes which were an occasional minimalist ensemble that added a unique flair.

I appreciated the diversity of languages used in the film, adding layers of authenticity and depth to the world-building.

Themes of religion and politics were woven seamlessly into the storyline, adding a rich layer of complexity. The voiceover narration added a personal touch, drawing me deeper into the narrative.

The Mixed: While Timothée Chalamet's performance had its moments, it felt somewhat lacking in emotional depth, resulting in a portrayal that felt a bit mediocre at times. The character development was uneven, with some arcs feeling rushed and others vague, which detracted from the overall impact of the narrative.

Moreover, the portrayal of the villains was, on one hand, visually stunning, but, on the other hand, the acting was disappointingly generic, with their defeat feeling inevitable and lacking in suspense.

This film overall managed to be complex and chaotic, which was challenging for me to watch and comprehend the details, yet, still utterly captivating, and it felt like a horror film.

The Negative: Unfortunately, similar to the previous installment - "Dune: Part 1 (2021)" - the direction and pacing of "Dune: Part 2" were its weakest points. The storyline felt scattered, with moments of confusion and rushed character development. Despite the improvements in pacing compared to the first film, it still struggled to maintain a cohesive narrative flow.

Conclusion: "Dune: Part 2" is a film of contrasts, where breathtaking visuals, outstanding performances, and a mesmerizing score stand against the challenges of pacing and narrative cohesion. Despite its flaws, it remains a breath of fresh air in the landscape of modern cinema, offering a complex and immersive experience that's hard to forget.

My rating of 8/10 reflects this dichotomy: a recognition of its unparalleled achievements in cinematography, music, and thematic depth, tempered by the critical weaknesses in narrative cohesion, storytelling and character development.

Rating: 8/10.
10/10
THANK YOU, MR. VILLENEUVE
zgbrenner27 February 2024
This is a return to big cinema that passionately screams the heightened possibilities of big-scale filmmaking. Dune: Part Two is a masterful film in its ability to capture the imagination. While sci-fi, the only "aliens" you will encounter are the inhumane humans you are forced to accept as humans. An all-time character study of the human race and its faults. There is a power here that tasks the audience with quiet-car-ride introspective questions.

How does religious fanaticism corrupt mankind, and how is this human condition controlled?

What does "revenge" mean, and how far should one pursue it? To what end?

When do hopeful beliefs turn into blind faith? And does this inspire goodness, evil, or something else entirely?

With this film, Denis Villeneuve easily places him into the coveted conversation of the greatest sci-fi directors of all time. Here, he crafts a world that oozes mythology and philosophy, sprinkled with excellent action set-pieces.

Extremely timely, but timeless in its commentary of who man is. Not only a visual feast to enjoy, but something that will leave you challenged: something rarely experienced nowadays.
10/10
The Near-Perfect Sequel
jaredkjacoby3 March 2024
Following the events of the first Dune film, Paul Atreides and his mother join the Fremen to destroy the Harkonnens who have control of Arrakis. Paul gets attached to Chani while learning the ways of the Fremen and his mother is pregnant with a daughter. She becomes a Reverend Mother after drinking the Water of Life. Paul starts to become a bit of messianic figure of the Fremen who look up and bow to him. With Paul's family destroyed, he has two goals: he wants revenge on the Harkonnens for what they did and he wants to prevent a bad future that he can predict.

Dune Part Two was definitely among my most anticipated films of the year. The first Dune movie by Denis Villeneuve is stunning in nearly every way. Sci-fi epics like this are my favorite kinds of movies to watch and I was wondering how this story would go. The trailers looked great, but it did not prepare for the movie I experienced.

Very few sequels to movies surpass the original. In my opinion, Dune: Part Two is one of them. This movie is AWESOME! It is rare for a movie's production to draw me into the movie so much that I feel a part of the film, even in theaters, but this is one of those films. The scene that Paul is riding the Sandworm from his perspective has the sand flying in our faces with the sound of the Sandworm traveling through the land sounding like a sandstorm almost. I love these kind of scenes because this is the kind of magic that I look forward to in movies. It felt like I was a part of the experience. That is just one scene of this immersive and enthralling sci-fi epic.

The production in this film is nearly flawless. The cinematography by Greig Fraser is some of the most beautiful cinematography I have ever seen period. It is gorgeous and it sets up the dark tone in this movies. The scenes where Feyd is in the arena is magical representing the pure evilness of the Harkonnens. It is such a magnificent scene that stands out in a movie largely set in a desert, but it is just one scene of great cinematography. The desert shots and even a romantic scene with Paul and Chani stand out as well for the clever composition. The visual effects look real, especially the Sandworms, the sets are amazing and the costumes are some of the best I ever seen. I heard Austin Butler was in this movie but I absolutely did not recognize him. He transformed completely in this movie, partially because of the fantastic makeup.

The battle scenes are epic and filled with clever tactics. I love how the Fremen can emerge from the sand to take the Harkonnen soldiers down and the scenes where Paul and Chani are fighting together. We get to see how the Fremen slowly get the upper hand on the Harkonnens with the action. The physical fights are even better here than the first movie with the choreography and intensity being on point. The action sequences are all beautifully shot and edited and some of the melee fights standout with how unique they look. The soundtrack is just as great as the first film with musical by Hans Zimmer being haunting at times. This movie has more than a few technical achievements.

I love the way the story is told in this movie, it is not anything like I expected it to be. It tackles the messianic figure trope in a fantastic way and it shows why it is not always great for a certain group. Paul Atreides mixes his good intentions with his more ruthless ones and it creates a narrative that is darker than the first movie. The movie progressively gets darker as it starts out optimistic with Paul learning how to ride a Sandworm, fight like the Fremen and connecting with Chani. The last act in this movie is one of the best third acts in a movie I have seen in a long time leading to me feeling a lot of different emotions. I even felt shock through my body in one scene and that rarely ever happens when I see a movie in the theater. The story here is terrific and the direction by Denis Villeneuve is masterful. Villeneuve sets his vision for the movie perfectly and he shows that he is one of the best directors in Hollywood.

The performances and characters in this movie are top-notch. The only issue I had with the first Dune is that I felt that Paul Atreides was not the most interesting protagonist. He is so much more intriguing here. He is a better fighter, wiser and a bit more ruthless. He becomes a better leader as well. Timothée Chalamet is phenomenal here. He shows so much range in emotion and fury that I saw his growth as the leader natural. His speeches are amazing and memorable with the emotions he conveys. Zendaya as Chani steals the show. Her facial expressions in the third act show so much emotion and you can tell so much about what she is thinking that it gives her character more depth than she already had. In genuine, Chani is a great character who I rooted for the whole film and Zendaya brings this character to life. I knew Zendaya is talented, but this is without a doubt her best performance I have seen from her. The other allies are awesome as well. Rebecca Ferguson is amazing as Jessica again, Javier Bardem is awesome as Stilgar and Josh Brolin brings the heart as Gurney.

You cannot have a great movie without great villains and this movie has some of the most memorable villains I have seen in a while. The Baron is as evil as ever and Stellan Skarsgård is fantastic, but it is his two nephews that standout. Dave Bautista is great as Rabban as he shows a lot of rage, but also some weaknesses that kind break him. However, Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha steals the show every single time he is on screen. His screen time is a little limited since he makes his debut here, but Butler makes the most of it by transforming into this monstrous guy who loves to fight. His mannerisms, line-delivery and actions are frightening and I was nervous every time he was on screen. Feyd also has a surprising sense of honor in that he is ruthless, but he also respects people who put up a good fight against him, making him more respectable than his brother and uncle. My only minor complaint is that I wish he had a little more screen time just to explore his character a bit more, but this is still one of the best and most memorable villains I have seen in years. Austin Butler is definitely a force to be reckon with between this and Elvis.

Dune: Part Two is one of the best sequels I have ever seen. It is also one of the best moviegoing experiences I ever had. I got to see it on a pretty big screen with a pretty packed theater filled with older people and when the movie started, the chatter vanished as the audience became silent for nearly the entire film aside from laughing at a couple of moments of humor. It felt like we were all mesmerized by the film. As soon as the movie, there was some applause and a lot of chitchat about what happened in the movie. It was such a great experience because it feels like the audience was engaged with this movie and I rarely see that with other movies I see in theaters nowadays.

I could have watched Dune: Part Two for hours longer. I was never bored or tired in the slightest. I did not want the movie to end. I thought the first movie was fantastic, but this improved on the first in every way in my opinion. This might be my favorite sci-fi blockbuster I have seen in theaters since Edge of Tomorrow. I cannot wait to see the final part of this movie. As someone who has yet to read the novel, I have no idea what direction the last movie will go. As far as the rest of the year goes for film, I think it will be challenging to find a movie I thoroughly enjoyed more than this one.
9/10
Massive Step Up
SaidNDone2 March 2024
As someone who found the first Dune movie plodding and too focused on the weakest parts of the book I didn't have high expectations for "Part Two". However it quickly became clear "Part Two" was a whole different beast from the first movie -- retaining the first's gorgeous shots and massive sets but with a much tighter focus on the book series' strength in political intrigue and warfare.

While watching "Dune: Part Two" it didn't feel like I was watching sci-fi as much as it felt like I was watching one of the great historical epics in Spartacus or Gladiator. They hit it out of the park in almost every respect.

Overall I came away feeling this was a generational sci-fi, in conversation for the best of the past 20 years.
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7/10
Great but schizophrenic
rossepr10 March 2024
I was really looking forward to this and while it was good, I wasn't blown away. I question some of the casting (Christopher Walken really?) and the sense of timing / pace seemed off. A lot was not explained well and I felt it skipped around too much and spent too much time on atmospheric moments when a bit more story building was called for. Even the iconic moment of riding the sandworm seemed a bit rush and then when the moment arrived it was a bit of a let down. Don't get me wrong, visually appealing and great technical work. But the story which was written by a grand master of Science Fiction was given short shift. Hard to believe that in an almost 3 hour movie a lot of what made Dune great was given rudimentary mention or skipped all together. Whats with the hype "Anna Taylor Joy" she had a what 15 second clip. A lot of skilled actors barely had any screen time or fulfilling character arcs. More good have been done. I liked it but I've read the books multiple times. Someone with no history of the books would likely be confused. Let's hope the story takes a more prominent place in part 3.
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10/10
A Sci fi Epic
sujeethshivakumar2 March 2024
Dune 2 is a masterful continuation of the epic saga set in a captivating sci-fi universe. Building upon the rich lore established in its predecessor, this film immerses viewers in a world of political intrigue, fantastical landscapes, and profound character development.

Director Denis Villeneuve's visionary approach brings Frank Herbert's iconic novel to life with unparalleled brilliance. From the sweeping desert vistas to the intricate details of the various factions, every frame is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship.

The performances are nothing short of stellar, with each actor fully embodying their respective roles. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides exudes both vulnerability and strength, anchoring the narrative with a compelling presence. Supporting cast members, including Zendaya, Oscar Isaac, and Rebecca Ferguson, deliver equally captivating performances, adding depth to the ensemble.

The visual effects are breathtaking, seamlessly blending practical and CGI elements to create a visually stunning world that feels both authentic and otherworldly. Hans Zimmer's haunting score further elevates the cinematic experience, imbuing each scene with an emotional resonance that lingers long after the credits roll.

What truly sets *Dune 2* apart, however, is its thematic depth. Beneath the spectacle lies a poignant exploration of power, destiny, and the human condition. As the story unfolds, it poses thought-provoking questions about the nature of leadership, the consequences of choice, and the interconnectedness of all life.

In conclusion, Dune 2 is a triumph on every level. It surpasses its predecessor in scope, ambition, and execution, delivering a film that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually captivating. A true masterpiece of modern cinema, deserving of the highest praise.
9/10
Lisan Al-Gaib
dannylee-780823 April 2024
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This movie was way better than I hoped it would be. It was an amazing watch and I absolutely loved watching it on the big screen. I appreciated the characterization and his growth more in Part 2. I also think some random moments of comedy worked pretty well. There were moments of shared laughs in the theater. While part 1 did feel like a setup movie, part 2 certainly felt like an improvement on the first one. The world-building became better. We got to know more about the Fremens and their culture. The conflicts were interesting and high-stakes. Some scenes were definitely visually and sonically overwhelming in a good way (e.g. Worm-riding scene). The scale was so much larger and I almost want to say this movie was the definition of epic. When was the last time we got so much attention on a sci-fi series? I respect Dennis so much for pulling this off and I certainly fell in love with the franchise.
10/10
Excellent film
giannidongo2 March 2024
The storyline of this film deserves lots of praise and thatvus just the beginning. The cinematography is fantastic.. it actually brings one into the world of Arrakis. The movie shows how belief is the biggest weapon humanity can wield and also the scariest if used inappropriately. The acting from Timothée is fantastic. You really see him grow into this character the Lisan Al-Gaib. There were a few acting performances that did not hit par but on the whole, this is a mega movie and a true box-office beast. I do wonder whether the oscars would try and allow this big budget blockbusters play a more prominent role in awards season.
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8/10
Need to see it at least twice
kmikkojohannes28 February 2024
No doubt this movie is in its own class but the rush with storytelling made it difficult to enjoy all the details. The absolute best parts of this film are the several quiet moments, containing huge emotions and stopping the time before some world-changing events.

But as was said, the movie contained a complex story which in some other cases would've been divided into two separate films. Some development happened so fast that the audience were still on the previous planet while the movie already jumped to the next one. I felt like I couldn't enjoy those Villeneuvishly spectacular scenes as much as they deserved to be enjoyed. A second round with this movie is definitely coming for me.
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10/10
Movies are ruined for me now
drewpcarson1 March 2024
I felt like I was watching cinematic history play out before my eyes. Absolute masterpiece. I can't name a single movie that has shaken me this deeply.

I felt like I wanted to be a part of the world - even more than I did when I first watched Avatar in the theater. And, if we're going to compare the two, the visuals and cultural depth in this movie are better. The plot development is leagues ahead, as is the acting.

The Christian parallels, in particular, struck me profoundly. As a Christian myself, there were a few scenes when I actually cried. Not for sadness - for sheer awe. Especially when Paul truly assumes his full power. Tingles everywhere.

Wow. I'm not even coherent right now.

Long live cinema.
10/10
One of the greatest films of our generation
callumdignan3 March 2024
Very rare I hand out a 10/10 but honestly I can't find a single fault with this film, every aspect top to bottom is perfect. I could sit here for ages telling you about all the things that came together to make this film as great as it however I think I would be wasting your time. Instead all I am going to do is tell you to watch it because I can guarantee you this film will blow you away. My expectations going in were already really high and somehow this film exceeded them far behind I could even comprehend.

Denis Villeneuve has just reached God level and I can very confidential sit him in the same category with the likes of Christopher Nolan, Stanley Kubrick, Martin Scorsese, etc. Easily best film of the year and I will be extremely surprised if this one gets topped by end of the year.
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10/10
Incredible Film, truly a Spectacle
jayplays-3482021 March 2024
I first watched the original DUNE(1984) when I was around 10, and was a little nervous when they announced a reboot. Then I watched it, and fell in love with the beautiful set designs, the sfx, and the choreography, a long with the more faithful approach to the story. I found out afterward that a sequel was green-lit only 3 days after the first one's release, and was hyping myself up for the movie. It did not disappoint. I haven't cried in a theater since endgame, but during the final battle sequence it was too beautiful and spectacular not to, seeing a film of one of my favorite novels of all time being adapted in such an incredible way was heart wrenching to say the least. The greatest science fiction movie of all time. I will wait oh so patiently for the third.
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10/10
21st century history is made
grgpptss2 March 2024
This is it guys!!!!

That's the landmark movie of the 21st century. I want to begin by highlighting that this IS NOT a movie, it's a whole experience (supposing you see it in the big screen). The whole room vibrating, the score, the perspective of Denis, the seat movement happening because of the sound shattering vibrations - it's really a whole new experience which I hope sets the standard for all movies and directors to come. I want everyone reading this review to understand that this experience was closer to a simulation rather than a movie. You will literally never witness something like it if you don't see it on the big screen.

Lastly I want to praise Denis Villeneuve. Even if you are not a cinema enthusiast and even if you don't care for things such as the art of directing a movie, the work Denis has done cannot go unnoticed. I am referring to everyone, even if you don't know what directing means or the different directing techniques, YOU WILL find yourself completely understanding the directing perspective leaving the room speechless at the end.

Mark your calendars people!!!!!! Movie history was made in 2024.
9/10
MASTERPIECE!!
TheJoshBoy7 March 2024
WOAWWW JUST WOAWWW!!

Just saw dune part 2 last night and omg! It's amazing!

To be honest this movie was better than the first movie. The cinematography, The acting , action , the music was fantastic.

It's been a long time I saw such a masterpiece in theaters. The movie has way more action and is darker than the first movie everyone does a great job. I saw this in a Dolby cinema and there is a scene in this movie with a sandworm. And I'm telling you my whole CHAIR was SHAKING!! It was Trilling!! And Austin butler as Fayd Reuther was great a new cinematic legend is born I can't wait to see more of him!

I can't wait to see dune part 3.
10/10
Long Live Cinema
AzimAzimzade13 March 2024
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I was always jealous people who watched Lord of the Rings, The Dark Knight and other epic trilogy or single movies in cinema. Dune is the epic masterpiece of our generation which you can see spectacular performances by incredible talented actors. Really enjoyed to watch Rebecca Ferguson, Timothee Chalamet, Charlotte Rampling and others. Denis Villeneuve is one of my favorite director and Greig Fraser did an amazing job as cinematographer which should be appreciated. And Hans Zimmer... If Hans Zimmer is composer of a film, it means that I will watch that movie at least for the music. I got goosebumps, various feelings which was great experience in cinema. The scripts and story which is based on phenomenal book makes me more excited as it seems it is an example of pure sci/fi genre movie but you can also see philosophical, religious, psychological points. I would like to see more epic battle and fight scene especially when Gurney take a revenge or Paul and his favorite cousin fight. It is impossible to put everything on a film because it is a huge universe but editing would be better in this point. If you have a chance, try to experience this stunning movie as possible as on the big screen. Because I genuinely believe that after 30 years, we will feel special and privileged to watch it in cinema.
10/10
may thy knife chip and shatter!
Humourologist5 March 2024
I wasn't aware of the books until dune part 1 came out , and now having seen dune part 2 , it just amazes me that what we are seeing and experiencing came out of one's imagination and years of research and brain scratching , watch this film on the biggest screen possible.

Food for thought : while watching dune part 2 I realized that this is not entirely a revenge saga, It includes many layers of conflict and different ideologies . But the thing is, the books came out in 1960s , back then these complex stories hardly adapted into movies , only later "an average revenge flick" became a thing, To write something of this magnitude is such an astounding feat.
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10/10
Part two does it with style
gwhite-991654 March 2024
There is something about Dune. You either dig it or you don't. I dig it. In fact I love it.

Dune came out as a novel in 1965, it is set in the mind bogglingly distant year of 23,352 AD : ten thousand years after mankind has overthrown the intelligent machines it created.

The demon of AI has already been conceived and defeated. So unlike a lot of sci-fi this story is about people and not about their clever machines.

It could easily have been set during the Crusades. It has grandeur, it is expansive. It is complex.

It is about belief and faith, it is full of religious fervour, about survival against the odds. It is also about revenge and justice.

It is about careful manipulation, sowing the seeds of prophecy; nurturing it , of plans that span 90 generations. About knowing when to seize the moment when that time finally comes.

But at the same time it is about a hero fully aware of what destruction that may bring.

Dune is influential.

If you've watched the Star Wars films, Dune's reluctant hero living on a desert planet with a looming empire and the battle for the galaxy will feel familiar. (After the success of the first Star Wars film , Lucas termed himself too big to sue).

I have read Dune many times. I have watched the David Lynch film more times than I can remember. In fact I have watched Dune part one about five times.

The casting in this version is perfect. The effects are impressive and on the big screen the sound immersive and there is some really quite striking imagery.

Dune has almost become a holy book for the sci-fi fan of a certain age, it even has a messiah. I am that kind of fan. Watching it has become a religious experience. You feel like you are watching the prophecy you know so well come true. That makes it powerful.

That makes Dune part two simply superb.
9/10
Epic, mythic, bladder-busting
moatandbailey5 March 2024
Fantastic immersive cinematic experience. Definitely see it on the biggest loudest screen you can find. Villeneuve's direction is the key here, as he masterfully navigates an admittedly obtuse storyline with the sort of operatic flair that pulls an audience in and captures said audience, transporting the viewers to a spellbinding, thrilling crescendo. The mythic elements of Frank Herbert's story requires not only spectacle but gravitas, which Villeneuve understands and implements with solid efficacy, like a painter working with deep, difficult, lustrous oils. And "Dune" is that- bold, lustrous, luminous, expressive, massive. We forget sometimes that film is a form of expression, and thus an artform, not just idle entertainment. Villeneuve happily and enthusiastically reminds us with this terrific rendition of Herbert's science fiction classic.
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9/10
Possibly the greatest sci-fi film of all time.
wejb-8855629 February 2024
This movie is quite possibly the best sci-fi film ever made. The cinematography, the score, the chapters and how the story unfolds is so satisfying. This is not a 1 to 1 adaptation from the source material obviously but the choices that Denis(the director) and Grieg(the cinematographer) made were so intelligent. The world building is spectacular, the fights are action packed, the emotional weight in certain scenes is palpable. The actors all played their rolls flawlessly with stand out performances by Timothy chalemet, Austin Butler, Javier Bardem and Zendaya. I can't think of anything more they could have done to make this film more enjoyable.. except perhaps add another hour. 10/10 no question.
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10/10
My Book. My Movie. My Dune
VolganHamishan17 March 2024
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Dune holds a special place in my heart as one of my all-time favorite books that has never received the same level of mainstream attention that the Star Wars universe has, which is some sort of cosmic irony considering how much Star Wars lore owes to the Dune novels and also to Jodorowsky's Dune. (Disclaimer: I am an unabashed Star Wars fanatic. Please don't take this as a slight towards my favorite fandom). Much like the Star Wars vs. Dune conundrum when it comes to popularity, Denis Villeneuve is one of my favorite directors who holds a special place in my heart because he has made a lot of great movies that unfortunately haven't been box office sensations. Another modern director that he often gets compared to is Christopher Nolan who unlike Denis not only makes great movies, but has had a lot more financial box office hits. While I am extremely happy for Nolan especially since I rank him high on My Favorite Directors list, Denis Villeneuve continues to bring out the inner sci-fi nerd in me because he has arguably been the best sci-fi director of the 21st century. Sci-fi when done right, is my favorite genre of fiction whether it be books, video games, tv shows, or movies, Up until this point, Denis had made four straight films that were deemed hits by audiences and critics alike, but he never did reach mega box-office success. I couldn't be happier with the success that Dune Part 2 has had.

The day was Saturday, March 2, 2024 and I was finally going to see my most anticipated movie since Dune [Dune: Part One]. As I sunk into the plush theater seat, I was swept up by a wave of nostalgia mixed with anticipation. The metallic voice of the Sardaukar pierced the silence, uttering those immortal words: "Power over spice is power over all". With that we were whisked back to Arrakis and got to experience for the next 2 hours and 46 minutes, one of the most influential stories of the sci-fi genre finally being told in a way that would be accessible to most audiences.

From this point on there will be spoilers to both the book and the film below.

Dune's accessibility to a broader audience marked a significant departure from some of the more intricate aspects of the original story. For instance, in Frank Herbert's novel, Alia, Paul's sister, is portrayed as a preternaturally gifted child who ages rapidly due to her exposure to the spice mélange in the womb while also receiving the knowledge of all of the Reverend Mothers before receiving any agency herself. However, in Villeneuve's adaptation, Alia is reimagined as a fetus communicating telepathically with Lady Jessica, her mother. This alteration not only simplifies Alia's character arc but even more importantly, it saves Denis Villeneuve the trouble of having to find a toddler actress that not only is capable of quality acting, but also has parents who would be comfortable enough with letting their little girl crawl/walk around a movie set and then have the task of stabbing and killing Barron Harkonnen. Good luck casting department.

Another way that Denis elected to make the film more accessible to modern audiences was with the portrayal of Fremen culture. While Herbert's novel meticulously details their strict customs and rituals, including the practice of water discipline and the importance of the sietch (Fremen underground dwellings), Villeneuve's adaptation opts for a more simplified approach that focuses more on showing us that the Fremen adapted to the desert without telling us how to everything. Which for a film, is almost always the correct approach. The film emphasizes themes of unity, cooperation, and resistance against oppression, showcasing the Fremen as a fiercely independent and resourceful people. But the biggest thing that the film changes about Fremen culture is that they portray the Fremen as a society where men and women are seen as equals. Whereas in the book, Paul goes through a ritualistic transfer of ownership after defeating Jamis in single combat acquiring his wife and children in the process. Purists will of course be upset with this alteration, but I think Denis made this change to make us empathize with the Fremen and highlight the contrast with outdated customs upheld by the Empire and the Bene Gesserit, such as the transfer of power through marriage, as seen with Princess Irulan. With the adaptation's alterations in mind, let's delve into the performances of the cast, who brought these reimagined characters to life on the screen.

Timothy Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides was nothing short of remarkable. His every scream, every whispered command, felt like a visceral punch, thanks to the impeccable sound editing that transported us directly into the heart of Arrakis. It's almost as if Paul was wielding the Voice, compelling us to follow his every move. Paul emerges as a more relatable and empathetic figure, grappling with the weight of destiny and the burden of leadership. He finds himself torn between the survival of his people and the potential devastation of billions. The conflict between his personal desires and his duty to the Fremen, his family, and the entire universe is palpable in Chalamet's portrayal. This was the level of acting and writing I wish was present for Anakin Skywalker in the film Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. Thankfully, Matthew Stover's novelization of the film does the story justice and I can't recommend it enough for any Star Wars fan out there. It truly blows that film away.

But anyway, back to Dune. Chalamet skillfully navigates Paul's journey, portraying him as a man trapped by fate, forced to confront his own mortality and the inevitable consequences of his actions. What sets Chalamet's performance apart is his ability to convey Paul's internal struggle and conflicting emotions. He portrays a character who must reconcile his own desires with the greater good, knowing that his choices will shape the fate of worlds. Ultimately, Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides elevates the character to new heights, imbuing him with humanity and complexity and I am excited to see where his character goes in the upcoming Dune Messiah movie.

Austin Butler's Feyd Rautha practically leapt off the screen with intensity and I loved every scene that he was in. His portrayal of the Baron's lovely Feyd seamlessly embodied the ferocity and cunning nature of House Harkonnen, delivering a performance that leaves a lasting impression. From his commanding presence in the electrifying introduction on Giedi Prime to his pivotal role in the intricate plots of the Bene Gesserit, Butler captures the essence of Feyd's character with intensity and depth and he just looked like he was having the time of his life playing the sociopathic villain. Though as great as Austin Butler was, what truly makes the character of Feyd so memorable is the meticulous setup crafted by Denis Villeneuve. In the books, on top of being a monstrous figure, Baron Vladimir Harkonnen was heavily implied to be a pedophile that had a sexual preference for "young men" and was particularly attracted to his nephew Feyd. He explained to Feyd that all of his schemes and the chaos he unleashed was for Feyd to take over House Harkonnen and to ascend to the throne of the emperor. This intricate web of "plans within plans" adds depth to the Baron's character, positioning him as a master manipulator to set Feyd Rautha up as a rival for Paul. While the book delves deeper into the nuances of the Baron,'s character, the film amplifies Feyd Rautha's threat, portraying him as a significant player in the power dynamics of the Dune universe.

Prior to the audience's introduction Feyd, we see Princess Irulan having a conversation with the Reverend Mother shedding light on the intricate power dynamics at play, revealing the Bene Gesserit's plan for the succession to the throne. Irulan learns that the only way for the Shaddam family to retain power is through marriage. She is presented with two potential suitors: Paul, whom the Bene Gesserit are determined to prevent from ascending, and Feyd Rautha, whom Irulan protests is a sociopath. However, the Bene Gesserit are undeterred by Feyd's character flaws. They are solely interested in determining if he can be controlled because they know that they cannot control Paul.

Enter Giedi Prime: the planet with a Black Sun that absorbs all color. The scene on Giedi Prime is a masterclass in visual storytelling. Shot with infrared cameras to emphasize the stark brutality of the Harkonnen home world, it immerses viewers in a world of darkness and danger. Amidst this backdrop, Feyd Rautha's character shines, embracing the challenge of combat with a sociopathic zeal. His fight is not just a display of physical prowess but a testament to his formidable nature and unyielding determination. Feyd relished every moment of the brutal combat, showcasing a level of derangement that even for a Harkonnen was chillingly unique.

After the battle was over, we encounter the steadfast Lady Fenring, a stark contrast to the defiant Lady Jessica. Where Jessica chose to defy the Bene Gesserit's plans by bearing a son, Paul, Lady Fenring embodies unwavering dedication to their schemes. Her relentless commitment to the Bene Gesserit cause stands in sharp contrast to Jessica's independent spirit and serves the purpose of letting the audience know of how deep the Bene Gesserit's manipulative influence goes.

Meanwhile, the scene culminates in a crucial revelation: the realization that Feyd Rautha has the potential to be a candidate for the Kwisatz Haderach! This revelation was brought to light by his successful passage of the Gom Jabbar test. Additionally, Lady Fenring being impregnated by Feyd, and following the Revernd Mother's explicit instructions to ensure that the baby was a girl, ensures the continuation of the Harkonnen lineage as they, the Bene Gesserit, desire thus solidifying the Bene Gesserit's influence behind.
10/10
Muad'dib leads the way
anell-s28 February 2024
Dune: Part Two" emerges as a contemporary cinematic masterpiece, echoing the epic scale and impact of the Lord of the Rings trilogy for our generation. Denis Villeneuve's directorial prowess shines through in every frame, orchestrating a visual spectacle that transcends its predecessor. The expansive landscapes of Arrakis, meticulously crafted through a blend of practical effects and CGI, draw audiences into a mesmerizing and authentic world.

The ensemble cast, led by the compelling Timothée Chalamet reprising his role as Paul Atreides, delivers performances that breathe life into the rich characters populating Frank Herbert's universe. Although it's very clear that this movie is Timothée and Zendayas show.

Hans Zimmer's musical composition elevates the film to new heights. His score, a symphony of haunting melodies and tribal beats, seamlessly integrates with the narrative, intensifying the emotional resonance of pivotal moments. Zimmer's contribution becomes an integral part of the Dune experience, leaving a lasting impression.

In exceeding expectations, "Dune: Part Two" solidifies its place as a cinematic tour de force. It sets a new standard for the sci-fi genre, offering a timeless and unforgettable experience. Denis Villeneuve's vision, coupled with impeccable visuals, a stellar cast, and a haunting musical score, ensures that "Dune: Part Two" will be celebrated as a monumental achievement in filmmaking, leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape of our era.
9/10
One of the greatest sequels ever
jamespmadison-5240117 March 2024
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This has got to be one of the greatest sequels ever produced, even though I see Dune 1 & 2 as one big movie. But, like the book, Dune saves the best part of the story for the second half, in this case the second movie. There were multiple times while I was watching this movie that I literally got chills...not because I was scared, but because I was just astounded. Paul riding the worm. The gladiatorial executions in stark black and white. Jessica and Paul using "the voice". Paul becoming the leader/emperor/messiah. I was honestly startled when this movie was over. I didn't want it to end, though it was intense beyond belief. There need to be more movies that make us feel like that.
10/10
The first was GOOD the second comes and completes the awesomeness. nice
zioziasdemetres7 March 2024
I watched the part one back at its realise and it was a very nic exiting exciting experience. The scenario had a mystery. Nice characters and acting. The movie ends and you stay with questions and mystery. The part two requires you to watch the first. The scenario continues where the part one ends with the same tone and the amazing for me backroung sound and music especialy in the cinema. The certain thing is that the part two doesnt disappoint in any section, I thing that only improves and when I mean improve I dont say in technical terms but the viewer appreciate even more the scenario the characters every spectrum of the film. Thats because you start to be more familiar and you start to like that you have a bigger picture on the lore. Dont mistaken me the first part in my opion it was at the same level of quality as the second both movies awesome and the mystery on what happens next even at the same scene is there and it does it nice. I think that with this movies warner bros bring back a franchise who deserve movies like this and I am very glad that I watched them both. They deserve your time dont miss them. (the cgi effects was clean like CLEAN)
9/10
Visually Spectacular and Chalamet Captivates
MReed5425 March 2024
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Dune Part II is visually spectacular and Timothy Chalamet has grown into quite a gifted actor. The worm riding is everything you hoped it would be and there's no way this doesn't win the Oscar for Cinematography and Special Effects and Sound. But the real star of this story is Paul Atreides and our focus rightly stays there. A wonderfully complex character, and any fan of the books knows that Paul is not quite hero, not quite messiah and not quite villian. A tall order for a young actor but Timothy Chalamet "commands the stage" and finally someone plays Paul Atreides with the nuance Herbert wrote in him. Credit must go to the director too who clearly guided his actors to find the performance within and most all of the characters live up to Herbert's vision and Villeneuve's interpretation. I say almost because I did not care for the direction they took Chani's character and we are robbed of the years spent together and instead Chani and Paul are reduced to teen angst. Gone is their son and his sister remains unborn forcing us into a very short timeline where we are to believe a LOT happens within the length of a pregnancy. We are robbed of some of the details of Fremen culture but that said, it was still wonderful. I was glad Jamis' wife was written out so there were good changes. Zendaya does a pretty good job and she's charming on screen but this was a pretty flat performance mostly because they didn't allow her to be Chani from the book. I also still don't care for Rebecca Ferguson's Lady Jessica. I loved this actress in White Queen but you can tell she didn't do her research and read the books (as she so often brags on late night TV). To me the character is so much bigger in the books. Ferguson plays her with one note. But back to positive - I loved Javier Bardem as Stilgar although he was arguably a touch too Zealot, Josh Brolin's Gurney Halek was perfection but too little music from him. And Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha?! What a wonderful surprise! That kid has range! The final knife fight was choreographic beauty.

I would give it a 10 but I think they should have spent a little more time on Fremen culture but I suppose a Spice Orgy would be difficult for 2024. All in all I loved it! Well done! Can't wait for Dune Messiah.
9/10
Excellent sequel
lillavelle-321632 March 2024
I am a fan of the books, I highly rated the first film and this sequel is just as good if not better.

I don't much rate Timothy Chalamet as an actor and thought he was cast wrongly as Paul but I thought his performance was better in this film than the first.

Zendaya also gave an improved performance as Chani after her character was given more development, giving her meatier material to work with this time around.

Rebecca Ferguson and Stellan were both decent, following up from their performances in the first film.

Austin Butler gave a good performance as Feyd- Rautha, he pulls the psychopathy of Feyd off well and doesn't camp it up like sting did.

The film follows the second book faithfully and let's the storyline unfold without rushing things along. The cinematography is gorgeous to look at, made for the big screen and the costumes are stunning. Props to Hans Zimmer for the soundtrack too.
10/10
Best!
ronhouston-3157528 February 2024
Dune Part Two stands as a remarkable cinematic achievement, securing a flawless 10 out of 10 rating. It seamlessly translates the essence of the source material, echoing the intricate narrative of the book while paying a heartfelt homage to the iconic Dune RTS game. The film unfolds with meticulously crafted scenes, each contributing to an immersive sci-fi experience that transcends expectations. From the grandeur of the desert landscapes to the nuanced performances, Dune Part Two solidifies its place as a masterful continuation, captivating audiences with its artful storytelling and visual brilliance.
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10/10
A must watch in cinema
jackie_gx29 February 2024
Visually stunning. Music is great. But the story is a bit rush at the last part. If it is a 3 part movie, it might be better to cover all the details and push the story to the climate. If you haven't watch part 1, watch it before watch part 2. If you like part 1, sure you will like part 2. Is not a traditional style of action of fantasy movie, is more like a cautionary tales that reflect real world religious and politics. Never the less, I would give it a 10 out of 10. Is a must watch movie in cinema, you won't get and same level of visual and audio effect at home. I recommend to watch the IMAX format.
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10/10
This just blew the lid off Sci Fi Fantasy Films!!
FreakingMovieFanatic7 March 2024
One of the most incredible amazing sci fi fantasy masterpieces of our time! Directed by a Canadian visionary - Denis Villeneuve, starring, Timothy Chalet, Zendaya, Josh Brolin and Rebecca Ferguson. From the impeccable talent, to jaw dropping cinematography, and the glorious soundtrack by Hans Zimmer you have yourself one helluva follow up to part one! At nearly 3hrs, it really went by fast! This is definitely a movie worth re visiting again and again! In fact I put up there with Empire Strikes Back. Every movie this director has made (Blade Runner 2049, the Arrival, Prisoners, Enemy) all are just incredible works of art!!

Go see this!! Now!
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9/10
Finally a good sci-if action movie
aknauss21 March 2024
After years of terrible sci-if action films, mainly by Disney we get a movie that lives up to its hype. Dennis Villanueve has done it. He's created an sci-fi action film that does everything right. By the end of the film, the entire theater was silenced in awe. The acting from Zendaya to Chalamet and Brolin was fantastic. My only complaint is I wish the final battle scene was a bit longer. It felt too short, but I'm nitpicking. Go out and spend your hard earned money, this film was meant to see on the big screen. This is truly a movie that keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Will be watching again very soon.
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5/10
Absolutely overhyped
odelay8820 March 2024
The first one was nearly perfect, a 9/10 movie, was hooked from the first till the last scene, but what is this? The pacing, the jumps in story/time, the first hour of the movie is absolutely poinless and could have been done in 20 minutes, not 1 hr. Gives no explanation to whats going on, just pushes characters in and out of the story/situation when needed.

The CGI wide shots we great, Harkonens were the best part but were on screen a small amount.

Feyd-Rautha was absouletly the peak of the film and he is also basically meaningless and just breazes trough the movie without any significant impact. The final battle carries little emotional impact.

After a magnificent Dune 1 we got this sub-par bore of a movie and it is absolutely scary to see just how peoples standards for good movies/art have fallen. People glorify this as a masterpiece, when it is far from it. Decades of sub par art will do that.

5/10.
9/10
Some changes but still amazing
charles-semon1 March 2024
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I didn't care for the fact that Alita did not make an appearance as in the book she is the one that killed Baron Harkonen the timeline is much shorter than the book as the book took place over years and years but, the time line from when the Harkonens attack at the end of the first movie and the end of part 2 is clearly less than a year. The part that bothered me most is that Chani went into the dessert when kn the book Paul took the princess but, made it clear that Chani was his mate and the he would never give Irulan a child and he would not follow the bene gesseritt's plans to control the bloodlines throughout the ages.
10/10
Nothing like you ever seen
drgaming1 March 2024
Words cannot describe how good this movie really is. Starting off this film is not just your typical action film this film has a Story! It keeps you thinking on what will happen next. It is very suspenseful and action packed. The vilians in this film do a great job they show them in such a dark way that gives them justice that they are a strong villian. Paul as the character was amazing I cannot put it into words on how a good role model and a great leader is. Overall this film is a must watch and it is only to be seen on IMAX because it was designed for it with the aspect ratio. And this film deserves an Oscar for sure.
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7/10
Excellent, but flawed
lindsayholloway3 March 2024
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I wanted to love this movie as much as the first but felt it lacking in some areas.

The positives: The cinematography and editing are superb, the music almost as good as part one, the sound and visual effects are stunning and Villeneuve has again proven himself to be a top notch director. This must be watched on the big screen for sure.

The mixed: The acting varies in quality with performances ranging from excellent (Bardem, Chalamet, Ferguson, Butler), average (Zendaya, Skarsgard) to forgettable (Walken, Bautista). The pacing is also a bit hit and miss, with some parts/scenes feeling rushed (the ending, Paul's transformation into Lisan al-Gaib).

The bad: Why, oh why did they completely ruin the relationship between Paul and Chani? It's a key part in the book! She supports him 100% in his decision to marry Irulan and his rise to power. Is it because she must be seen as a 'strong and independent woman'?

The Harkonnens have become cliched comic book villains, far from the intelligent, sinister and calculating antagonists of the first movie. Virtually nothing is seen of the emperor and Irulan. They may as well not be in it.

The timeline is crammed into about 6 months rather than almost 3 years, meaning that Alia isn't born yet so Paul, not she, kills the baron. Why?! As a two year old she plays a key, and powerful role in the book.

After reading some of the 10/10 reviews I'm guessing that many have needed a quality movie like this after the dross of recent years and might be getting a bit carried away in their enthusiasm!
9/10
Great Movie
cinemapersonified29 February 2024
Rating: 9.4 Overall, a technical masterpiece that is led by Villeneuve's vision and groundbreaking technicals because this film sets a new benchmark in cinema as it builds on the trend in making large-scale, IMAX movies an event, but the film is held back from being perfect by its fast pace and too short runtime as you are left wanting more.

Incredible Direction (The film is brilliant on a macroscale as it provides something more epic than the first, with its vast dunes, gigantic crowds, and colossal battle scenes; the direction on a microscale is great because it is less Sci-fi/formulaic this time as the scenes touch on more messiah/prophecy-like meanings and how this power leads to corruption; the direction of actors is better this time as you really see every performance get elevated as each actor truly feels like they are serving their purpose; the storytelling has tones to both sci-fi epics as well as messiah/prophecy-like stories, and Villeneuve tells these tones on a grand scale; Villeneuve builds tension very well as he uses sound, action, scale, and story to showcase how epic this sequel is, building on everything the first film established), Good to Very Good Acting (Very Good from Timothée Chalamet (For the first half of the movie, it was hard to believe him as Paul Atredies, but after one scene, there is a full 180-degree switch where he fully immerses himself as the Lisan al Gaib and carries the movie to the finish line), Good to Very Good from Zendaya (Plays an integral part in buttressing Chalamet's performance in becoming one with the Freman, and does so by establishing good chemistry between the two; in her solo moments, she shows off in portraying her disbelief in the messiah as she as her character is more of a realist), Very Good from Rebecca Ferguson (Has both motherly and antagonistic characteristics throughout the movie as her character is someone who can simultaneously help and hurt the protagonist, and by the end, she fully immerses herself in her role), Good to Very Good from Josh Brolin (Plays a fatherly figure to Chalamet 's character well and still shows how he is a loyal solider to the House of Atreides), Good to Very Good from Austin Butler (Really embodies that his character is the heir to the Harkonnen throne as he does a good job at being a sociopathic antagonist), Good from Florence Pugh (Really isn't given that much to work with but does a good job at being a central figure in her scenes), Pretty Good from Dave Bautista (Shows status in a lot of his scenes, but he is very over-the-top in a lot of moments, and he isn't given much to work with by the time the climax arrives), Good from Christopher Walken (Literally just plays Christopher Walken), Pretty Good from Léa Seydoux (She's in the movie for like 2 scenes), Good to Very Good from Stellan Skarsgård (Carries over where he left off in the last film as he does a good job in showing the greed of the House of Harkonnen), Very Good to Great from Javier Bardem (The best performance in the movie as you really believe that he is a believer in the Lisan al Gaib prophecy and will do everything he can to help Paul achieve that potential, filling the void Duncan, Leto, and Gurney left in the first film; shows a wide range of emotions and can seamlessly transition from humorous to anger to infatuated in a second), Pretty Good to Good from the rest of the cast (Everyone does their job as you can see different sides of the spectrum on the belief of Paul as the Lisan al Gaib/Heir to the Atredies throne)), Very Good to Great Story (The concept carries out the intended purpose of the second half of the book as it follows Paul's journey in becoming the Lisan al Gaib (and does so in a way that mixes Sci-Fi elements with religious elements), and the film stays pretty true to the source material and only deviates to better fit the narrative that Villeneuve crafted; the plot structure is great for the most part as the movie itself has its own plot, but also benefits from having there be little needed exposition as that was the intent of the first film (this film picks up right where it's predecessor left off); the main issue with the plot structure/runtime is that the film felt too short as 20-30 minutes could have been added to help slow scenes down and show how epic this movie is (especially in the climax as it feels shorter than it needed to be); flow between sequences is very good as each sequence feels connected to the last (though these sequences could have been slowed down to emphasize the sequence's importance to the story); the character writing is great as you see the impact the conflict has on the characters and how they react (with character's blindly following this prophecy and some even being corrupted by it by taking advantage of this new found power)), Great Screenplay (The dialogue is a lot more polished this time around as it sounds less Sci-Fi heavy and more realistic; the humor is used well throughout the movie (and this is mainly from Stilgar/Javier Bardem's character); the symbolism is incredibly profound as you can see the metaphors to Biblical/Prophecy-like Messiahs aiming to free people, and this movie goes one step further by showing how this power can lead to corruption and losing morals; the foreshadowing is executed well as it helps show this concept of the corruption of power as Paul is scared to be the Lisan al Gaib because of what it might do to his morals, and this also shows the relationship Paul will have with the Freman and the other houses), Great Score (Used very well to build the world and used more to build tension than last time, but it just feels like he reused a lot of the same themes as last time), Brilliant Cinematography (A technical benchmark as the movie is shot entirely in the IMAX, and they use this effectively as it helps show how grand of an epic this movie is, especially in the large crowd scenes and the colossal battles; the coloring/lighting they used in many of the scenes were stunning and rival some of the shots from Blade Runner 2049 (especially in the Gladiator scene and the final fight)), Incredible Sound (Does an amazing job in setting the tone, showing how grand this epic is, and displaying the weight power has on followers (especially from Paul's perspective)), Incredible Editing (Carries off where the previous film left off as it helps show how so many small pieces come together to make this grand epic; Used effectively well in the interpersonal scenes to show how the visions of grandeur affect the characters), Incredible Visual Effects (Helps show how grand the epic is and is seamlessly used amongst the real world, making it feel like you are transported to Arrakis), Great to Incredible Production Design (Continues where it left off as it helps portray the vastness of Arrakis and how grand this movie is with its sets and design; pulls a lot from Ancient Middle Eastern/Egyptian culture to show the beliefs of the characters and how they are waiting for the Lisan al Gaib to save them), Great Makeup (Improves from the last film in helping showcase traditional Sci-Fi elements (like with the blue eyes and the Harkonnen), but feels even more polished this time), Very Good Costumes (Continued where it left off last time), Pacing is a bit too fast as the movie breezes through its runtime by going through as much plot as it can, and this leaves you wanting more because it does not give you enough time to sit with what was going on (I would have liked 20-30 minutes to help slow the pace down), Climax is incredibly grand and the best part of the movie as the whole final hour of the movie feels like everything was clicking as we got to see how grand this epic was with its large-scale fights and sets, but it feels a bit too short and could've benefited from a longer runtime to elongate come of the abrupt fight scenes, Tone is more biblical in nature this time around as you saw the impact the prophecy of the Lisan al Gaib had on the characters, but there are still many scenes where it still has Sci-Fi tones, This movie improved on almost every aspect from the previous film and is setting the groundwork for 'Dune: Messiah' to be even more grand and epic, but even if this was the last movie, I would have been satisfied where they left the movie off; the film being shot in IMAX truly is an achievement in itself and will set the trend for more films to follow; With Oppenheimer, this movie is now making going to the movies in IMAX a true spectacle (as if you were going to a concert)
10/10
Early Showing that made day off awesome.
leachey-900-9459931 March 2024
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I went to the cinema early today to see Dune: Part 2, partly because I couldn't wait past release date, but also I anticipated the film would take time to sink in and I could let it do that whilst I ate lunch.

I was not disappointed in the slightest, in fact this wonderful film exceeded expectations.

I did find myself distracted from time to time comparing scenes in this film against the 1984 version such as 'You young pup!' These distractions were few, far between, and reassuringly made right at every occasion in this film.

It was clear that the added time (over two films) that the 1984 version didn't have gave opportunity to DV to cover almost everything the book has to offer.

A feast for the eyes and the ears, simply a great return to big screen cinema, more like this would tempt me back to a Limitless Card. Ball is on your court Hollywood, make more of this and take my money!
10/10
A dream come true
marcudaniel-227231 March 2024
I'm so grateful that I had the chance to see one of my favorite book series coming to life in this astonishing way. The whole length of the movie my eyes was in tears and I had the urge to get up from my chair and get involved in the story.

The visuals and soundtrack kept me in a dreamlike state almost all the whole movie. The cast was perfect for each character. I really believe them. Special mentions to Stilgar and Feyd Rautha, I think they deserves some big rewards for their great performance.

Even if you didn't read the books, this movie will take you in a place you've never been before. Dare to take this amazing ride and go see it. You'll thank me later.
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10/10
Better than the first one
jonahelsner2 March 2024
Dune 2 is a cinematic spectacle that exceeds its predecessor. Visually stunning with breathtaking landscapes, the film masterfully blends sci-fi grandeur with intricate storytelling. The performances, especially Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, shine, adding depth to their characters. Director Denis Villeneuve's vision is realized through impeccable production design and Hans Zimmer's evocative score. You can really feel that the story the first book wanted to tell is now finished. While the intricate plot may be challenging for newcomers, fans of the genre will revel in its complexity. Dune 2 is a triumphant continuation, setting the stage for an epic saga.
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10/10
A masterpiece to be watched on the big screen
vanjarepnik2 March 2024
Dune 2, the Avatar and the Titanic. The three movies anyone who can, should watch on the big screen.

This movie was made to impress, and it succeeded. It's been a while since the last time I enjoyed the cinema experience this much. Not to mention that throughout the movie I DIDN'T look at the time not even once, to see how much is left. Rare for me. This movie had my full attention from start to finish for 2h40+min and I wish it were even longer. And this is coming from someone who will generally watch movies in 2, 3 or more increments at home.. yep. But not with Dune 2. An amazing movie, loved it. Can't wait to watch it again.
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10/10
An Epic Sci Fi Film
alindsayal8 March 2024
A few years ago we got the first part of Denis Villeneuve's interpretation of Dune and I enjoyed the film though I thought it was a bit overrated. Well, now Dune: Part 2 has hit the cinemas and I have seen it so here is my review. The premise of the film sees Paul Atreides align himself with the Fremen in order to try and get revenge against the people that destroyed his family legacy.

Main Character Timothee Chalamet plays Paul and he is brilliant in this film. His character has a great stroy arc throughout this film and feels like a natural continuation from the first film and this is such an interesting character fuelled by a great performance. This is a huge cast but Chamalet stands out and definitely holds the weight of being the lead actor on his back very well.

Supporting Characters This film has a big cast with big stars throughout and I am sure I will not be able to mention all of them but I just want to start here that everybody in this film does a stellar job and there isn't a bad performance here.

Zendaya plays Chani, after her small role in the first film she gets way more to do here and I really liked her performance. She is a great companion to Paul but I also really like her individual journey that the character goes through. It is nice to see Zendaya deliver some impactful scenes here and give a great performance.

Rebecca Ferguson is back as Jessica and she goes through a real transformation here from her character in the previous film. She has had to adapt to her new surroundings and responsibilities and seeing her characters development from the previous film is impressive from Ferguson.

Javier Bardem is back as Stilgar and I have to be honest he might have been my favourite character in the film. He is actually pretty funny and I really liked the relationship that he had with Paul and it makes him a great ally to him. Bardem really commits to the role and I really enjoy watching him on screen.

Austin Butler plays villain Feyd-Rautha and this is a truly imposing villain. He is cold and violent making him an impressive opposition to Paul. His introduction is very memorable and Butler really wanted to make this character memorable and he really nailed it.

Story The story has quite a lot going on but I found it much easier to follow here. The two factions are both interesting in their own ways and I really liked the way The Fremen are showed and given loads of depth. The characters go through lots in this film and the majority of them have compelling stories over the film with a really satisfying ending to this film.

Script This film has way less exposition and is way easier to follow then the first part and that is because the writing is a lot better and focuses on its characters and the plights that they are going for. There are slight pieces of humour that goes well with the characters and shows their natural charisma.

Style This film looks absolutely beautiful. The cinematography is some of the best ever put onto film and the action sequences are really well filmed and they feel different depending on who is fighting. Also this film has an amazing use of sound and music, the score is harrowing and adds to the overall feel of the film.

Overall Overall, Dune Part 2 is a special film and is one of the best sci fi films that I have seen in years. It is such a vast improvement on the first film and despite its long runtime I was never bored and engaged throughout and I would say that this is a must watch at the cinema.

Rating - 10/10.
9/10
Cinematic masterpiece
carloancelottti2 March 2024
Dune 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that captivates with its mesmerizing music and immersive sound design, creating an atmospheric experience that transports viewers to another world. The cinematography is breathtaking, capturing the vastness and beauty of the desert landscapes. The story is thrilling, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish. I can't wait for "Dune 3" to continue this epic journey.

The music and sound design in "Dune 2" are truly exceptional. The score, composed by Hans Zimmer, is hauntingly beautiful and perfectly complements the film's visuals. The sound effects, from the rumble of sandworms to the crackle of energy weapons, are incredibly immersive and add to the overall atmosphere of the film. Together, the music and sound design create a sense of awe and wonder that draws viewers into the world of "Dune 2" and keeps them there until the very end.

The cinematography in "Dune 2" is equally impressive. The film is filled with stunning shots of the desert landscapes, from sweeping vistas to intimate close-ups. The use of light and shadow is particularly striking, creating a sense of depth and texture that adds to the film's visual appeal. The cinematography in "Dune 2" is truly a work of art, and it's clear that a great deal of care and attention went into crafting each and every shot.

The story of "Dune 2" is a thrilling ride from start to finish. The film follows the journey of Paul Atreides, a young nobleman who becomes embroiled in a struggle for power on the desert planet of Arrakis. As Paul learns to harness his newfound abilities and navigate the treacherous political landscape, he must also confront the mysterious and deadly sandworms that inhabit the planet. The story is filled with twists and turns, and it's impossible to predict what will happen next. The film's pacing is perfect, keeping viewers engaged and on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

Overall, "Dune 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that excels in every aspect. The music and sound design create an immersive atmosphere that draws viewers into the world of the film, while the cinematography captures the beauty and grandeur of the desert landscapes. The story is thrilling and unpredictable, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish. I can't wait to see what happens next in "Dune 3."
8/10
A truly magnificent cinematic experience that is meant for IMAX
shashank_15011 March 2024
With this second installment of Dune trilogy, Denis Villeneuve has surely made it clear that he's on the same level as his long term friend Nolan. With the likes of Incendies, Prisoners, Sicario, Arrival and Blade Runner 2049 already in his bag, this epic trilogy inspire from Frank Herbert's science fiction saga has made Villeneuve one of the most creative and interesting filmmaker of 21st century.

Dune: Part 2 picks up from where the first one ended where Atreides house suffered betrayal from the Emperor himself and got annihilated from Arrakis by the evil forces of Harkonnen led by Baron Vladmir (Stellan Skarsgård). Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) unites with Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen army led by Stilgar (Bardem) while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.

This parts focusses on the ways of Fremans and their obsession with the legend of Lisan-al-Gaib. Javier Bardem's portrayal of Stilgar, a Freman blinded by his faith is one of highlights of this epic. Chalamet too shines as Paul Atreides who's trying to live up to the expectations of prophesy. Austin Butler and Florence Pugh are fresh entry to this star studded franchise.

As expected, you are up for a worth remembering cinematic experience with nothing but perfect visuals and soundtrack. Hans Zimmer had to break his long term collaboration with Nolan in TENNET so that he could be a part of the film adaptation of his favorite childhood science fiction novel. He surely justifies his commitment by giving some breathtaking scores.

All along a must watch in IMAX screen!!!
10/10
Science-fiction EPIC at its best, grand entertainment
Joanna_jo2 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve delivers nothing short of a monumental achievement in science-fiction filmmaking, and the best adaption of Frank Herbert's Dune up to date. The world is captivating, the visual effects and the production design are flawless. Greig Fraser's breath taking Cinematography, accompanied by Zimmer's sumptuous musical score bring you into the story of the madness of conquest and the power of belief.

Filled with breathtaking images, stunning action, it's a story that transcends it's genre. A story that is dense as the world of Dune remains intriguingly complex, full of characters whose roles shift and evolve. And even if it may take five and a half hours for his character to truly come to life, two films in, Chalamet's evolution as Paul gives everything a center. His subdued yet compelling performance serves the thematic ambiguity of Paul's character well. Zendaya gets more screen time then in the first film, but for me the standout performance came from Rebecca Ferguson. During this film I truly understood why she was best cast for this role. Javier Bardem further enriches the ensemble cast.

The best new addition to the crew is Austin Butler as the baron's bald-pated, hyper vicious nephew. As for Florence Pugh, even if her character is only getting a certain amount of screen time amidst Dune: Part Two's cast of returning characters, her impact could not be seen as minimal, setting the scene for further character development. Other newer characters like Lady Margot remain a bit more unexplored.

In our age of ever-increasing runtimes, it's a rare achievement that the film's 166-minute length feels really earned. But I do wish it had even more EVEN MORE run time, to allow more time for the most uncomfortable emotions to linger on in some scenes.

Ultimately, Dune: Part Two is a grand entertainment that also sustains the main ideas of Frank Herbert's novel, exploring the dark aspects around religion, politics, power and violence. Absolute sensory overload. This must be seen on the biggest screen possible, with IMAX being almost like a chief's kiss. If Dune: Part 1 didn't make you a believer; Part 2 just might.

Cannot wait for Dune Messiah for us to have the complete trilogy, in the vison of the masterful director Denis Villeneuve.
8/10
Dune: Part Deaux
RussHog11 March 2024
I liked D2 quite a bit more than D1. The visuals are superb and the action is a lot of fun. The main villain is terrific and the scene where Paul rides the worm is wonderfully put together and exciting. There are some gaping flaws in this film - the script isn't terrific and the acting is pretty flat. I do think it's fair to say "The Chosen One" trope is exposed as a little silly when the production value is so high. But overall, this is a good film that honors the source material as well as it can and also entertains.

The story is that Paul unites the clans on Arrakis and leads them into battle against House Harkonen and avenge the death of his family. Although this film has flaws, I praise it for being a visually spectacular action packed film that honors a very complicated novel and makes an important science fiction milestone accessible to ass audiences.
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10/10
I went in with high expectation
jacek-792752 March 2024
An amazing story telling, camera work just spectacular, storyline true to the book, and those who read the series know how complicated the plot line is, yet the movie managed to convey most of it truthfully, and with not much straying from Herbert's ideas. I went in with very high expectations and I am happy to say they were met. A very long movie, yes, but totally worth seeing. A much better adaptation than 1980 version in my eyes. The director managed to make the storyline more contemporarily relevant, and even though it is very dark and terrifying at times it portrays dangers of today's or any day's religious extreme fanatyzm very clearly.
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9/10
Dune: Part Two (2024, Denis Villeneuve) Villeneuve continues the visually stunning 'Dune' with added action spectacle
hoernkeem12 March 2024
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Eric's Grade: A- 'Dune: Part Two' continues the epic science fiction saga begun by Villeneuve in 2021. While this sequel was always planned it was not greenlit until the first film demonstrated itself to be profitable.

Every actor who's character survived reprises their roles here including Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin and Dave Bautista among others. New additions to the already impressive cast list include Austin Butler, Christopher Walken, Lea Sedoux and Florence Pugh. It is important to note that this is not a true sequel as Villeneuve split the novel into two parts for filming so really this is like the second half of a story already in progress. That said they did find a good place to split the two so that they do feel like somewhat complete story arcs. While nothing is written in stone the finale of this film strongly points to the possibility of at least one more Dune film at some point in the not too distant future. While there are a few points of divergence these 'Dune' films remain, for the most part, fairly faithful adaptations of Frank Herbert's source material which makes fans that much happier with the finished product.

Following the events of 'Dune: Part One' House Atreides has been all but wiped from existence by the Harkonnen's with the Emperor's implicit support. However Paul and his mother Jessica were able to escape into the desert and are hiding out with the Fremen who are the indigenous desert dwellers. While at first treated as outsiders Paul and Jessica embrace Fremen ways and fight and live along side them. Jessica eventually goes through an ordeal to become the Fremen's new Reverend Mother, and Paul continually gains followers and power taking the Fremen names "Usal" and "Muad'Dib". They are also reunited with Gurney Halleck who the stumbled across working as a smuggler thinking all of the Atreides dead. Paul fears gaining too much power as the Fremen messiah, but that seems like the inevitable outcome of his plan for revenge on House Harkkonen. As the situation on Arrakis becomes more unstable the Baron replaces his nephew Rabban with his more phychotic nephew Feyd-Rautha as governor on Dune. The Bene Gesserit also have plots in place, but all bets are off when eventually the Emperor shows up on Arakkis as Paul and his now loyal Fremen attack with sandworms and a hidden stockpile of Atreides weapons. While this may seem to end in a victory if you know Dune this is only the first step in a much larger conflict.

Like 'Part One' this film is stunning in its visual presentation. The production design is incredibly impressive in everything from costumes to locations and everything in between. The script does an impressive job of capturing major plot points as well as the overall theme of the novel without sacrificing too much in translation. The returning cast as well the new cast members are all stellar. I don't think I can point at one casting decision that doesn't work. This second volume and the culmination of this portion of the Dune story certainly feels a bit more superficially satisfying as this sees Paul get his revenge on those who destroyed his House and killed his father and close friends. I say superficially because this feels like a hero's quest, but if you pay attention Paul's fears about what is to come are very pronounced, and prescient. Despite knowing that he is opening a Pandora's Box he eventually embraces the role of messiah, and strides forward knowing full well the jihad he is unleashing on a galactic scale. 'Dune' is very much not based on a rousing, audience friendly ending despite appearances to the contrary. If it were Paul and Chani would have rode off into the sunset on a sandworm together. Despite their love, and whether she understands it or not, she is forced to see Paul enter a political romance with the Emperor's daughter. There is a lot in the layered plot to absorb, and I can only hope we can see all this continue to develop in at least another future film. 'Part Two' is a natural continuation of the first film although there is more impressive action here to gawk at as well as sandworm riding, and some intense fights including the climactic battle between Paul and Feyd-Rautha. Every element of this follow up film is functioning at the highest level and combine to put 'Dune: Part Two' on a list of the best films of the year before the year has even begun to develop.
1/10
Unbelievably bad
tonyhancock2827 March 2024
Dune fanboys voting this way up. Literally gushing over it like it's the messiah! How appropriate.

Spoilers ahead but to be honest, the story is so weak, I'm really not giving anything away.

Boy joins fremen tribe as his family are killed by emperor. Boy falls for girl and swears he'll love her forever and stay with her. Boy drinks some blue shiz from baby worm and changes his mind. Now wants to be emperor himself. Battle ensues until the other tribes won't let him be emperor, shocker! The end. There is also some riding of giant worms. Very important as this signifies he's the chosen one. Cut scene, everyone and his grandmother rides worms.

There you go, I've saved you almost 3 hours and whatever money you'd have given up for this nonsense, you're welcome. I'm really glad I had free tickets.
9/10
Cinematically Sharp
JackRJosie2 March 2024
I mean honestly you would have to be PRETTY pretentious to rate this film poorly. If your'e wasting your time critiquing this film your life must be pretty lousy. This is our generations LOTR. It is a cinematic masterpiece in so many ways. The visuals alone are enough to captivate a brain dead into a hypnotic trance of wonder. The story, although slow moving and steeped in alien verbiage, is rich and stands alone from its predecessor. It had been over a year since i'd seen the first film, and I didn't at any point find myself excessively lost.

It is a serious cinematic experience that should be experienced in theatres, go out to your theater and see it. It's seriously captivating in an otherworldly way.
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10/10
A Masterpiece of the Science Fiction Genre that is Thrilling and Great!
i_shubhamrai4 March 2024
Are you excited for some thrilling sci-fi action? Well, get ready to be blown away as the highly anticipated 'Dune Part Two' has finally arrived and it's an absolute masterpiece! This movie is an absolute treat for any sci-fi enthusiast. Its stunning visuals are breathtaking and transport you to a completely different world altogether. The action sequences are so intense that they will keep you glued to your seat, and the story is so gripping that you will be left craving for more. The amount of detail that has gone into every aspect of the film is remarkable and speaks volumes about the hard work that has gone into its making. The cast delivers outstanding performances that are sure to leave a lasting impression on you. Overall, watching this movie is an experience that you wouldn't want to miss. So, don't miss out on the excitement and experience this incredible journey for yourself.
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9/10
Wow!!!!!
CptJoker28 February 2024
Okay wow!!! I saw Dune 1 for the first time in the cinema a few weeks ago and fell asleep multiple times. I thought it was quite dull and had a huge lack of emotion and the music was incredibly random and loud and so many minutes were wasted on scenery that added nothing to the plot.

Well Dune 2 is nothing like Dune 1.

Dune 2 is filled with plot progress, character development, action & drama and there are almost no minutes wasted and almost everything was executed brilliantly. I felt like I was in the cinema for a while but still would've prefered it to be double or even triple the length it was just that good.

The only regret is not going to IMAX. Movie of the year for sure.
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10/10
Smiled throughout the whole movie
mariawil-1731129 February 2024
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This movie is just fun to watch. All the details give the fremen a soul.

Yes, it left some stuff from the book out, but it also added things.

You can see the true nature of the fremen apart from fierce fighting. Female characters like Lady Jessica and Chani gain importance which they really deserve. Due to the movies rather slow pace you can really feel how Fremen Fanatics draw Paul out to be their Messiah and through Chani and Paul you can see that they initially don't need a white male savior, because they are strong themselves.

Outside of Arrakis however you see how much Paul Muad D'ib is underestimated. They already try to find another puppet for their game: Feyd Rautha. A total mad man who really shows his sardistic side.

The movie is an homage to the books. Each actor portrayals their role beautifully so that they feel really like their character.

The cinematography obviously is a special touch; a feeling of amazement and passion for Arrakis.

The score only adds to that; makes you feel the world.

In my eyes it is perfect to understand and just cool.

Avoiding the difficulties in portraying Alia by just postponing her birth. Cutting the space guild, cutting Hawat Turfirs little Arc or the intrigues of The Baron and the Na-Baron. All of these things gave more space to the fremen. And that REALLY paid out.
10/10
Insanely cool
filmowl122 March 2024
This was probably the best movie I've seen in the theater since Return of the King. If you can, please see it at IMAX. You will shake, rattle and hum! So intense. The casting is nearly perfect. Timothee Chalamet owns his role as Paul Atreides and is very convincing. Powerful performance. The same goes for Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, and everyone is just AMAZING! I did find Christopher Walken to be a bit miscast but he grew on me. I could hear his accent come out at times and I found it to be a bit distracting and out of place. But this a tremendous film, an epic not experienced in cinema since The Lord of the Rings. Bravo, Denis Villeneuve!
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10/10
Fantastic grown-up science fiction, beautifully shot
johnc77913 March 2024
Dune Part Two is a masterpiece, which succeeds in combining all the key parts of creating a true epic:
  • Strange and intriguing characters, well acted, who develop with the story
  • Incredible world building - writing, language, costume design, cinematography all working together to create the feeling of being in a very different, but very coherent reality.


  • Massive spine tingling moments - action sequences and political set pieces that make you feel emotionally invested in the narrative.


A couple of things worth calling out: there are changes to characters and narrative from the book, but they are all relentlessly in service of ensuring that the themes from the book stand more clearly. The narrative is all about the increasing complexity and darkness of the choices facing the lead characters, and like both the book and other Villeneuve films it has no qualms about not answering all the questions it raises.

The second is the pacing - I'm not sure there's a two minute sequence in there I would have cared to miss.

Finally this is a Dennis Villeneuve film and you absolutely getting his trademark sensational visuals!
10/10
In The Shadows of Arrakis Lie One Secret... Dune 2 Is a MASTERPIECE
miquelroman6 March 2024
The film starts exactly at the moment the first part ended. Although according to Villeneuve it is designed to be understood without having seen the first part, I highly recommend watching Dune: Part One before.

The first half of the film is poetic. Great shots of the desert. Developing new characters (especially Fremen) that we had seen briefly in the first part and, above all, we can see an evolution of some characters that we already knew. I highlight here the character of Stilgar (Javier Bardem) and Chani (Zendaya), who undoubtedly gets one of the great performances of the film. Bravo to Villeneuve for having developed Chani's character (wasted in Herbert's novel), here Chani shines until the end. Bardem, is also a fundamental piece that gives freshness to the serious and majestic plot, adding dynamism and even funny moments.

The second half of the film goes to Paul Atreides. I can't say too much here, only that we see one of the greatest evolutions of a character that I've been seen in cinema. The last 45 minutes of the film are simply some of the best I have ever witnessed on a screen. Everything that was harvested in Dune: Part One now makes complete sense. The characters of Florence Pugh and Austin Butler stand out, the first one, in the background but being a totally key character, especially for everything that is going to come (Messiah); and the second one for his excellent performance as a villain (far above the Baron, a villain who personally never convinced me).

All of this is great, however, an element of equal importance to everything mentioned was: the music of Hans Zimmer. Spectacular songs and sounds that make you simply feel vibrate (literally... if you see it in Imax) every moment inside you. It is no coincidence that Nolan's best films have Zimmer's seal. His music creates art. His music creates blockbusters. Not because it's commercial, but because it creates emotions within you. Every note, sound and song are placed at the right time and moment in the film. Hans Zimmer's music is undoubtedly the specie, the Water of Life... of Dune: Part Two.

With all this we are left with what is not only the best science fiction film ever created, but what is (be careful what I am going to say) the best film of this 21st century (at least to date), with permission from the Dark Knight and Interstellar.

Villeneuve gives us a great masterpiece. Here, however, the Messiah is not Paul Atreides, nor Villeneuve himself... The Messiah is the spectator. You. This film will push you to be a better you, it will make you dream big, it will remind you that, like Paul, you can decide when to lead your life and inspire others. You are the Chosen One to, within a simple movie, find the Gold that will make you better in your daily life.

This valuable lesson is not achieved by ordinary pieces of art, but only by a few works... which some of us dare to call... MASTERPIECES.

Because... in the shadows of Arrakis lie one secret... Dune 2 is a MASTERPIECE.
10/10
A sci-fi masterpiece
stevencayer12 March 2024
WARNING! The following review will have spoilers from DUNE: PART ONE. You have been WARNED! Canadian director Denis Villeneuve is currently doing the impossible: faithfully adapting author Frank Herbert's sci-fi epic, Dune. While DUNE: PART ONE focused on establishing its characters, its massive world, and the power structures within that world, DUNE: PART TWO lets go of the reins and watches what naturally happens. After the downfall of House Atraides at the hands of the ruthless House Harkonnen, Paul Atraides (Timothée Chalamet) and his mother Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) are in hiding among the Fremen people on the desert planet of Arrakis. Paul is trying to balance a lot in his head. Revenge for his father, helping the Fremen with their ongoing war with the Harkonnen, and denying the faithful Bene Gesserit, who believe in a prophecy involving him. Chalamet does a great job in portraying the growth of his character, sometimes forcing the audience to question themselves. His love interest is Chani (Zendaya), a Fremen warrior who is drawn to who he is, instead of his power. While PART ONE was about fear, PART TWO is about power, and the dangers of it. The story gets deep and complex. The technical aspects of this movie are stellar. The visuals, production design, and cinematography are some of the best I've seen. The scenes with the Harkonnens were filmed using infrared cameras, making them look black and white, while keeping the cold, metallic, savage look of the people. As you might be able to tell, I thought DUNE: PART TWO is a sci-fi masterpiece. The best part about it are the small details of the world Denis has created. From the Fremen language, the mechanized vehicles, and the contrasting cultures. Even the large-scale shots make this feel like a one-of-a-kind theater-going experience. This is why I love going to the theater so much. While watching this, I kept thinking that this must've been what it felt like watching EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, or THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS on the big screen. Previously fleshed out characters going to war against each other, with the potential of an even more epic final movie in the trilogy. Yes, this movie is THAT good. Go see DUNE: PART ONE (if you haven't already), then DUNE: PART TWO on the biggest screen possible!
10/10
IMAX must see!
jaredlane88916 March 2024
There are very few perfect movies; The Goonies, Top Gun: Maverick, A Goofy Movie to name a few. This movie was a 10 if there ever was one. Perfection is the only word I can use to accurately describe it. Truly a must-see in IMAX. From beginning to end this movie will pull you in and refuse to let go. Whether you are new to the world of Dune or experienced and well versed in the lore this movie is for you. The visuals are stunning, the sound fx are brilliant, the acting, superb. If this is what Hollywood is capable of doing then I will expect more masterpieces like this one in the future. "The Spice must flow!"
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10/10
CONGRATULATIONS!
seenenisofficial2 March 2024
I love it. There's something special about this cinematic experience that brings back the nostalgia of the early 2000s when the best movies came out. It's a time when anticipation built up for months, if not years, before a major film's release. I particularly enjoy that it's once again similar like back in the days when you were genuinely excited to await a movie's release. The kind of excitement that had you marking calendars and planning movie nights with friends or family. As a hard-working man, finding joy in such simple pleasures has become rare. I can enjoy a trilogy again as if I were a fan, just like in the old days, finding myself in a world so vast and stories so compelling that for a moment, the outside world fades away. It makes me feel young again, reigniting the sense of wonder and endless possibility I had back then. This movie is brilliant, not just in its execution but in its vision. I love how they incorporated Islamic prophecies. It's a testament to the film's commitment to not just entertain but to educate. And I believe this movie is more than just fiction and entertainment; it's the future.
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10/10
Fandemically Review'd
bradleybutin3 March 2024
F you are a fan of Sci-fi, or if you are a fan of awesomeness you really want to see this movie. This movie had something in it for everyone. I don't want to spoil it for you, because I want you to go to this movie. So here are my thoughts.

Few sequels are better than the first, this one is one of them.

This was shot wonderfully, you can tell they spent every dollar to make you feel like you were on another world. The action was great. My main critique with the first one was that it was a little slow, I didn't get that from this one. The battle within Paul's self really comes through on the screen. There wasn't one bad performance in this movie. This movie should be the new standard that all movies should try to reach. Make a great movie and people will love it!
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10/10
Amazing music and visuals, frustrating plot aspects
Christopher_Reid20 March 2024
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I have to start with the main strengths of this movie: the audio/visual aspect. I mean, movies are all about images and sound, so that's what should matter, right? Well Dune: Part Two is one of the most incredible looking and sounding movies I've ever seen. It really is otherwordly. It's full of ideas, boldly expressed.

However, movies aren't just about the audio/visual parts, there's also acting, plot, story, themes and meaning, etc. Not to mention the pacing, cinematography and other specific decisions. This is where Dune 2 has some frustrating flaws, in my opinion.

Let's start with the cast. Most of the actors are great. Chalamet is a rising star. Veterans like Brolin, Bardem and Skarsgård are really good, as is Bautista. Zendaya is less impressive, but not too bad. Butler was very interesting as Feyd Rautha. The main casting issue was Christopher Walken who feels out of place. The Emperor just comes across as "some old guy". Is that what Villeneuve was going for? An anticlimax?

The plot is frustrating in many ways. The main issue for me is ambiguity. It's fine to have ambiguity as you build up a mystery. You draw the audience in, you leave us wondering, you keep options open. Fine. But eventually we need answers. Concrete answers. Maybe those answers raise more questions, but at least we get some answers!

In Dune, the mystery is whether Paul is really "the one", "the messiah", or not. Fine. Build up the mystery. But 2 movies in, and after many major events, we need to know - is he "the one"? What does that even mean?

It's annoying because half the Fremen seem to blindly believe in Paul. They already worship him. Meanwhile, the other half of the Fremen scoff and laugh at the idea. They dismiss it as some rumour created by the Bene Gesserit centuries ago.

But which is it? What exactly did the Bene Gesserit plant on Arrakis? What did they say about the Messiah? Did they say that he'd be a skinny guy called Paul? Did they describe him physically, or just vaguely said a messiah would come one day? If Stilgar is convinced that Paul is the one - WHY? If others are sceptical - WHY? Without any explanation, I'm left to feel that both groups are stubborn and stupid - they've already made their choice and it's not actually based on any concrete evidence. This makes the whole story feel superstitious and superficial.

What about the Bene Gesserit - what do they actually believe? They seem to anticipate "the one". Or is he a messiah or is it Lisan al Gaib or the Kwisatz Haderach? Are these all the same thing or are they each different? Do they know a messiah is coming or is it wishful thinking? What is it based on? If they spread rumours on Arrakis, then based on what? Did they base the ideas on what they truly know or believe, or did they just make it up? If Paul fits those predictions, isn't that significant? Did they just happen to describe a random guy centuries in advance by coincidence?

Because it's unclear, I end up being less invested. I don't know or care anymore whether Paul is the one because I have no idea what it even means. I don't know what the clues are meant to be or what his powers or role are meant to be. This is a major failing of the movie. And it's a stupid cliche, to keep the mystery going, while undermining the mystery built up so far. We need some kind of resolution! He survived drinking that blue liquid - how? What does that mean? Nobody clearly explains any of it!

Another issue is the undermining of the villains. Rabban is too hot-headed and it makes him less interesting. All of a sudden he's raving and angry, randomly killing assistants and shouting that the Fremen are "rats". He comes across like a petulant, angry child, not a fierce and powerful leader or warrior. It reminds me of Kylo Ren, which is about as unflattering a comparison as possible.

Feyd Rautha is interesting, visually and in terms of his voice and demeanor. However, he also seems a bit underwhelming. So he's good with a knife? That's it? He also seems to need to kill people for fun? Okay, that's creepy, but it also shows a lack of control. The T-1000 effortlessly killed people, but only when necessary - he had nothing to prove. Vader killed people, but mainly to intimidate and keep them in line, not as a weird fetish.

Also, Rautha is easily seduced by a Bene Gesserit lady, which implies he lacks self-control. Moreover, we learn that he usually fights against drugged opponents, suggesting that he's not actually that strong a fighter - he needs special treatment to win.

Another issue is Villeneuve's style. On the one hand, I admire his patience and unique way of doing things. But it's a little too far removed from traditional movie-making. Stereotypes and cliches can be annoying, but they exist for a reason. At least once in a while, you should have a corny one-liner, you should have a big, cinematic moment, you should have some levity and comedy, etc.

But Villeneuve seems to film big action sequences the same way he shoots close-ups, dialogue scenes, establishing shots, etc. His style is too consistent, in a sense. Whereas Nolan uses cinematic conventions to great effect. He has big action scenes and then calm scenes in between. Villeneuve's Dune movies seem to have a somewhat constant pace, and distance us from what's happening. It's a bit too matter-of-fact. In other words, he doesn't embrace the big moments, the spectacle, the way he should.

Another issue is Princess Irulan - is she a goodie or a baddie? It may sound silly, but I need to know. She just seems to be neutral, commentating on things but not taking a stance. What does she stand for? Why should Paul marry her? Just for political benefit? Did she condone or oppose the betrayal of House Atreides? Is that not important?

That's one of my biggest issues with Dune 2 - the vagueness regarding morals. You've worked so hard to build-up this world, make me care, make me hate the Harkonnens and Emperor, to root for the Atreides and Fremen, and then you make it unclear what Paul actually stands for? Is he going to bring about genocide now? Is he the messiah, or just some guy? Doesn't he want revenge for what happened to his father and House?

Why let the Emperor survive? If he's so powerful, why compromise at all? Do the other Houses not see the signs that he's a true leader? Do they support the Emperor's betrayal of House Atreides? None of this is clearly addressed.

So, despite all this, how can I give this a 10? Well, maybe it's more of a 9, but the experience was amazing. It transports you to another world, you're completely invested in it, the music/sound/atmosphere is incredible, the designs/VFX are phenomenal, the acting is great, the story is fascinating. The flaws frustrate me in part because I feel so invested. Just as I could write for hours about Game of Thrones or Star Wars or The Lord of the Rings or other epic stories and worlds which draw you in.

I'm especially excited to see if Villeneuve goes on to make a Dune 3, because Dune 2 certainly leaves things open for a sequel and the book has many sequels. I don't think any of them are as popular as the first book, but it could be interesting. I only hope that Villeneuve can finetune his approach just a little. Keep the style, keep the alien feel and weird languages and imagery. But clarify the central themes a bit. Don't answer every question, but answer some.

And give us some straightforward morals - we've earned it. Let Paul be a hero and get revenge. Don't muddy the waters when you worked so hard to get to this point! Imagine if Luke defeated the Emperor in Return of the Jedi only to then turn evil himself and kill all the ewoks - it would just be stupid.
10/10
Why theaters will never die
cfish-839495 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is the greatest example of why movie theaters will never die. Going to the theaters and seeing a movie is an event, and it should be entertaining and enjoyable enough to leave a lasting impact. Dune: Part Two does exactly this in a runtime that would be considered long, but never once slows down or loses its quality. The main cast in this film in excellent-Chalamet, Ferguson, Zendaya and Butler deliver top-tier performances that I believe will get their own recognition at next year's academy awards.

Villeneuve has already proven to be a fantastic director, but I think he has the chance to be the greatest science fiction director of all time. With films like this and part one, The Arrival and Blade Runner 2049-I think it's safe to say we are in great hands and hopefully the content of the Dune Saga will only grow, and I trust Villeneuve to deliver another excellent picture with Dune Messiah and his next couple of films.

If you haven't seen this movie yet, please do yourself the favor of seeing it on the biggest possible screen you can with the best sound. It really enhances the film and its visuals, score and sound. Without movie theaters, we would never get films as grand and epic as this one is, and I don't think anyone should miss out on the opportunity to see this adaptation of Frank Herbert's magnum opus.
6/10
Overly polished cinematic snoozefest
INTXb28 March 2024
It's the peak of Hollywood production and yet it's a snoozefest. What happens when you have an overly polished cinematic experience packed with characters that have no real personalities or depth of any kind? You get Dune 1 & 2. I found my self sluggish in my chair falling asleep at multiple points in the movie. The studio must have required a 2 1/2+ hour movie because the movie was packed extremely slow scenes, actual slow-mo scenes, and scenes of landscapes with zero substance. The movie could have easily crammed in 45 minutes if they wanted to. I figured after the first one that it surely couldn't be another sleeper and boy was I wrong. If there's a Dune 3 I'll bring my neck pillow next time.
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8/10
Decent
snsh7 March 2024
The story in this is quite different from the 1980s Dune movie. On the plus side, it's much less cheesy. Gone are the "Chaaaka" toy guns. Also gone is the child actor playing the sister. However, the presented story is a reasonably coherent story, so it works.

There are two bad things about the film. First, the audio.

Much of the dialogue is spoken by actors wearing masks and scarves and is unintelligible. They had this problem with Bane in The Dark Knight and just redubbed all his lines. I don't know why they didn't do that for this film. Second, Zendaya's acting, or rather her lack of acting ruins quite a few scenes she's in.

As far as scifi blockbusters go, it's pretty good, but I don't think it's nearly as memorable or solid as the 2021 movie.
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10/10
One of the Best Films of All Time
LeBallz11 March 2024
I have reviewed and rated thousands of movies on IMDB and I have given out exactly three 10 star reviews during my decade on the site. Dune Part Two has earned the 4th.

This movie is the idealized standard for what movies should be. Epic, emotionally resonate, intellectually interesting, and entertaining all in equal measure. There are very few movies throughout history who have successfully straddled the ability to tell a great story, while also masterfully utilizing the big screen medium which they inhabit.

We get this type of movie once in a generation if we're lucky and I feel very fortunate to have experienced it in theaters during it's main run.

Other reviews have captured why it's so impressive in scale, scope, and execution and I'll simply say it has to be experienced to be fully appreciated. This should win the Oscar for Best Picture in 2025 for the simple reason that no other movie this year could possibly measure up to it, it's that good.

My most recurring thought while watching Dune P2 was "they just don't make movies like this anymore."

Thank goodness for David Villeneuve for proving me wrong.
10/10
Beautiful piece of art
jovebmateo27 February 2024
As an avid enthusiast of photography and videography, the cinematic masterpiece that is DUNE Part 1 resonated deeply with me, captivating my heart with its breathtaking camera work. Each frame seemed to be meticulously crafted, transforming the screen into a canvas adorned with visually stunning art.

I got really excited when I received an invite to see Dune Part 2 early. Not only was the camera work impressive, but the actors and the story were fantastic too, making it a memorable experience. While I won't say it's the best for everyone, I think it's pretty awesome. Everything, from how they filmed it to the sfx, the cast, and the story, felt almost perfect.
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5/10
"He's impressive indeed!"
daisukereds9 March 2024
I understand these are excellent adaptations of the books, the cinematography and locations are good.

But as a "popcorn flick" to watch in theaters, it has little to offer. Specially for a sequel! Overall, they aren't particularly stunning (real locations and a few color changes, sure), and the constant desert setting dulls the experience.. As for the script, it is rather long and doesn't accomplish much. The emotional core (leads) of the film isn't close to being strong enough for a hook. And there's little Imperial conflict to care about the overall war. And then, you have a Messiah lead that ultimately becomes invincible, with a plot device that dumbs down the upcoming developments and distracts the viewer (possible plot-holes and inconsistencies).

Hard to recommend when it is as slow and dull as it was. Now, if you are a fan of Dune! I can imagine it can't get any better than this.
10/10
Part two, the continuation of the best Dune adaption ever.
otto_tieleman5 March 2024
Part one of Dune was the first part of the famous book of Frank Herbert. Denis Villeneuve captured perfectly the story of Paul Atreides. The first movie comes to a satisfying conclusion but thankfully we get the second half that has more spectacle than the first movie.

I enjoyed both movies as one movie. By now I am so tired of the CGI specticals of Disney that are pushed in their Marvel and Star Wars films because they lack a good story. Dune isn't that, it's a smart movie with a story that has everything from romance to action, intrigues to political and religues plays that put Game of Thrones to shame. Go and experience the movie on the biggest and best screen.
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10/10
Austin Butler is scarier than his Once Upon a Time character
babycolby29 February 2024
So whoa! Oh my goodness I mean like wow, let me just say Austin scared me I couldn't look him in the eye when I saw him and his voice was very creepy but captivated and his voice sounded like video game character kinda of and also some Stellan in his voice as well, I love this movie it was amazing so much wonderful work for Denis, You need to run not walk to watch dune 2 in March YES!

Go see part 2 in theaters March 1st! Austin performance captivating, outstanding, menacing, creepy, and will having you want to see his performance even more. Also Austin was scarier and more menacing and twisted then when he was Tex Waston and more I feel like both are kind of equal but Austin in dune was insane and I would love to watch it over again. I am so proud of how far he has came he is so brilliant in what he does he is so good with how he portrays his characters I can't wait to see more things he does and accomplish but wow way to go Austin congratulations.
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8/10
Good movie but not as great as I hoped.
dishjones12 March 2024
The first one was better in my opinion. I heard someone say part 2 was "Lawrence of Arabia" without the depth and I'd say that's pretty accurate. Incredible but disappointed by some of the lack of depth and pacing of character development. Parts of the second and third act feel rushed when they didn't need to be. Especially considering the parts from the book they cut out. I'm good with how they constructed that narratively but then they should have made up for it by making the parts they kept feel more authetic. Anyway still an overall great job of adapting incredibly challenging source material so hats off to the director for pulling it off.
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10/10
PERFECT
kanhyeshayne3 March 2024
DUNE PART 2 is a literal masterpiece. Everyone gave a performance of a lifetime, the action is grand and epic, the hand to hand combat is fast paced, the cinematography and vfx are the best I've seen, writing and storytelling are at its finest, the score and sound effects are beautiful and loud. This movie is super immersive. The stand out are timothee, Zendaya and Austin Butler. Pacing is perfect as you are super immerse in the movie that you lost the sense of time. Watch this in an IMAX theatre. There is a little bit of comedy in the first half and there is some quotes to be remembered for decades. This is cinema baby!! Definitely in my top 10 fav movie ever. Watch it.
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8/10
Confusing but great
reamaboucharaf1 March 2024
This is an absolute movie theatre masterpiece. The cinematography, acting and the soundtrack are incredible and even more incredible on a big screen.

After seeing Dune 1, this one was definitely more action packed and moved the plot along nicely. But if you haven't read the books or fully understand this franchises' story (like me), you might find it a bit confusing.

There were a lot of scenes where I was unsure about what was going on, and the significance of certain roles I found a little bemusing; perhaps that's my lack of understanding and nothing against the movie.

Overall, the acting, set, score, direction make for a great watch. You should definitely see this in theatres and not at home. 8/10.
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10/10
Simply spectacular
ioanahasotti3 March 2024
Do yourselves a favour and go see it now. I was so enthralled by the first part that as soon as I stepped out of the theater, I ordered the original 6 books. I was so surprised to find that it was not an ordinary sci-fi novel, but that it was a beautiful blend of religion, philosophy, politics and history. Part two does justice to the first book and the adaptations, such as Alia not being born yet, didn't bother me at all. I understand it would have been an impossible task to find a child actor for the part. The cinematography and the music were, again, simply outstanding. As was Timothee Chalamet. The speech he gave in front of the fremen leaders gave me the goosebumps. All in all, it's the best movie I've seen in a good while.
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9/10
A Masterpiece By Far One Of The Best Sequels Ever Made
raahilkhalifa3 March 2024
Overall Dune Part Two is A Masterpiece and it's a visually appealing brilliant movie with a great storyline, fabulous visuals and sound design, a good tone and a expectional performance by all the cast of this movie just like the first part, Dune Part Two is a amazing movie too and the overall pacing of the movie is way better than the first part, all the cast of the movie have done an excellent job with some great action sequences too especially the end.

Overall Dune Part Two should only be watched at cinema and the main highlight is that it should only be watched in IMAX as the film is fully shot for it don't miss this one and go for it because it's a masterpiece movie that keeps you engaged throughout the whole movie A 9/10 for the movie.
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10/10
Awesome Awesome Movie!
elbro223 March 2024
This is one of those movies that will set the standard high as to what a blockbuster movie should be. Professional acting that draws out emotions in you to feel the struggle that chani, paul, the emperor, lady jessica, the harkonens all have to take in the most epic of struggles for power and survival. Incredible fight scenes through out the movie. You will be set into many aspects of battle both from a far to where you see what brutal outcomes and disastrous consequences of battle to the outcomes of war. Up close and personal struggles of blade to blade, your life or my life battles. Beautiful graphics amazing scenery. This movie amazed and delivered. Really did not want the movie to end and you will be left yearning to know just as much as the emperor, chani and Paul the witch guild will end because of what they have set in play for this incredible epic saga. I Want to see more!!!
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10/10
Awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping and mind-blowing! Dune 2 is absolutely EPIC!
abctg-167632 March 2024
This series is shaping up to be the Lord of the Rings equivalent of this generation. In that respect, Dune 2 is like the The Two Towers i.e. The middle part of a trilogy. Based on this iteration the Dune franchise is well on its way to achieving cult status like the LOTR movies.

Director Denis Villenueve has done an excellent job of taking the aspects of the first movie and improving upon them in almost every way possible. The superb star-cast deliver the goods. Special mention to Zendaya for her steely performance. Austin Butler was aptly menacing. Stellan was stellar.

This is one of the greatest sequels of all time. Actually, not just a sequel but in fact one of the greatest movies of all time. Watching this in theaters will undoubtedly be a cinematic experience of a lifetime. Get ready to be blown away by this sandstorm. Happy watching!
10/10
Epic Sci-Fi
thomas_thorpe-746091 March 2024
The film is incredible.

The acting, score, costume design, special effects. Everything about this film is so very well done.

I'm a big fan of the book and was curious as to how they were going to tackle or introduce some of the things that happen.

I felt like what was delivered in Dune: Part Two was the best adaptation they could have made.

There are changes, for sure. But a book like Dune, written the way it was written (with lots of perspective and inner monologue) was never going to 100% translate to the big screen. It's tricky adapting books at the best of times.

The limited time a film has to tell a story like Dune also would have led to some of the changes in plot and character development.

Overall I think it kept the ideas and themes of the book while telling an incredibly similar, fantastic story with incredible visuals and insane score.

10/10 for sure.
10/10
Made an account just to glaze this thing
wolverton-9362329 February 2024
I wasn't expecting to have a religious experience, but I guess that's how those sorts of things happen. The book is near and dear to me and, regardless of the changes made from the book, 10/10 doesn't quite do it justice. Sure, I could knit-pick, but any issues I might have are more than made up for. Sometimes you can just feel the reverance and dedication an artist has for the craft and faithfully adapting a classic story. What a time to be alive. Faith in cinema restored completely. Zendaya's Chani, though she doesn't impact the narrative much, frames the thematic structure better than in the book and has a forceful presence and voice that can't be silenced. Chalamet effortlessly maneuvers between the quiet, reserved child of privilege and the crazed messiah willing and able to destory anything in his path. Javier Bardem brings the deep reverance, teacher, philosopher, and comic relief elements seemlessly. I don't know where to stop with the cast, so I'll just leave it there. The whole cast is wall-to-wall bullet proof. Absolute feast for the senses. Definitely see it in imax if you can. I could go on for days. Two thumbs up with a tear in the blue-within-blue eye. Thanks Denis. This made part one look like finger painting.
8/10
It culminates into something enjoyable....
PerryAtTheMovies1 March 2024
8.7/10 (Definitely Recommend)

I wish I had actually rewatched "Part 1" so I could remember the gripes, connections, and the feel for what's next. Despite my lack of preparation for "Part 2" I came out of still full of enjoyment, but not as much as I had for the first film.

The pacing for me is my biggest negative. From the appearance of what I watched there's a "Part 3" to come as well so this film is setting up for that. I bring that up because I didn't have as much excitement watching this movie. The final battle was enthralling, but it didn't motivate me to cheer for or against anyone.

The acting was good and the chemistry carries over from what I remember. I like Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, but neither of their performances really griped me for the emotional parts. There may have been moments when I felt connected, but they were stretched.

Visually this film is spectacular. A lot of attention to the details is definitely display. Obviously there would've been a lot of VFX used to obtain 98% of the scenes, but it feels natural. Nothing feels overtly out of place and that includes the giant worms.

The film also sounds amazing. Unfortunately the theatre I went to has a lot of blown speakers so the sound quality was less than impressive at times, but I could definitely make out what was trying to be achieved. Once again Hans Zimmer crushes the score and brings you into this vast imaginative world.

Overall, despite some of my peeves I admit that it is a great movie. Not as enjoyable as the first film for me, but it's worth the time in the end. The story is good with build-up that I can appreciate. This film is more than two actors and they all nailed their parts well. The effects and sound are spectacular, but the flow of everything might throw some off. Ten minutes longer than the first film and I felt it. Still, I would see it again granted I check out the first film first.

That's all for now. Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Until next time.... Enjoy the show!
10/10
Dune: Part Two Review!
Chaosfn4 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is absolutely brilliant, it's better than Part One in pretty much every way possible. Dune: Part One was just a setup, while Dune: Part Two truly is the real deal. Dune: Part Two is about Paul trying to gain the trust of the Fremen, at the beginning of the Movie there were many that believed Paul was the Messiah, but there were also many that didn't believe it. Anyway the final act of the Movie is by far the Best part, it includes a lot of action and breathtaking visuals. The acting was also incredible, the acting of the first Movie was already pretty great but the acting in this one is even better. I also loved Paul's character development in this one, seeing him go from being just the Duke's Son to becoming an all knowing hero who can see the future was incredible to watch. Overall Dune: Part Two truly is amazing, and it's definitely the Best Movie of 2024 so far!
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10/10
One of (if not the best) movie I have ever seen.
danteliamdepaoli5 March 2024
The perfect crescendo of Dennis Villanueva's directing career. From the raw realism of combat in Sicario to the beautifully immense alien vessels in Arrival. Then the exotic and stunning world of Blade Runner, which only lacked a depth of lore with regards to storytelling. Along with the incredible sound design in each of these films only lacking the originality of lightsabers clashing. DUNE enters the room with the brilliantly crafted ornithopters, the intricate crackle of the shields, and the rattlesnake rumble of an incoming sand worm. Aside from this, the cast is as perfectly selected as Nolan's Batman trilogy, making every character introduction a pleasant surprise and a nod of appreciation for choosing someone so well suited to how you personally imagined they would look and act. Next is the layers of storytelling and depth of plot that really take this movie into the realm of top 10 on the top 250, cementing Villanueva in the Mount Rushmore of trilogy directors and second maybe only to Christopher Nolan. Throw a few Lisan Al Gaib whispers into the chat and some Arrakis DMT and you have a full fledged passion of the Christ meets Qui Gon Gin looking at anakin for the first time. It's honestly on another level..
10/10
Epic in every scene
gaj26632 March 2024
I must say that this definitely lived up to my expectations. It gave me goosebumps at least a half a dozen times. A must to watch on the biggest screen you can get to at the cinema. As with the first you leave your seat crying I want more...more...more!!!! So very very good. One of my favourite things about the film is the belief in all the characters. There's a twist which I didn't see coming but I was pleasantly surprised and it added to the overall story. The fight scenes are awesome. The baddies are truly cruel and you definitely route for the good guys. In a nutshell to ALL Sci-fi fans go.
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10/10
It might be old but it's gold.
sleeperservice-198721 March 2024
Saw this at the iMax 4 hours ago. Part 1 was on first, 30 min break and then Part 2 shown at 12:01 on release day.

Just absolutely stunning. The cast is spot on, the cinematography is spot on and the soundtrack is also spot on. Villeneuve has brought my 2 favourite films right bang up to date. I'm too tired to write any more at this point except to say that if you haven't done Bladerunner 2049 and Dune Parts 1 &2 yet then what are you doing. Treat yourself.

Dune is such an enthralling story, in it's own right, it deserves to be transferred into the two films that it now occupies. Jodorosky had his go, Lynch had his go and now Villeneuve has produced these 2 gems. I hope other film makers are paying attention. There's so much tosh being produced at the moment but Dune has re-kindled my belief that there are still great moments to be had in film making.

Long live the fighters.
10/10
Epic epicness
dimitri_jason13 March 2024
Absolutely loved watching this in the cinema . Absolutely loved every film this man has made so far, but Dune part 1 was his peak for me before this one. All I have thought about since watching it is maybe going to the cinema to see it again, which I haven't done since "the return of the king". This is Epic cinema at its best , the cinematography, the story, the character development, the action ... The action is just on its own level , so raw, swift and well done , if you blink you will miss it at the pace that it's happening. No slo mo rubbish needed. The visuals ,the world that was built in the first one, it's still unwrapping in this one . Seeing more of the worlds and learning more, if you are not familiar with the books, which I am not. The world building in the first one was what I found most intriguing and I'm happy to report that it is just as good in part 2. To top it all off , Hans Zimmer has created a score so iconic for this film again . His music makes the film come alive and stay in your head well after you have left the cinema. I hope for a part 3 that wraps up this incredible story told by this incredibly visionary director.
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9/10
I think you should watch it more than once.
contasmartvsala6 March 2024
The comparison between the two movies and the book is unfair. The book is much better than the movies. There's no denying that. The first part of Dune was a reasonable adaptation. This second part was a very good adaptation. However, beyond being an adaptation, Dune, part one, was a good movie, whereas this Dune, part two, was a very good movie.

If we stick to the film as an adaptation, it will lower its rating, but if we focus on the film as a pure and simple cinematic work, it's a great film and surely, if not the best film of the year, it will be among the top 5. It's a movie to be seen and rewatched in the cinema at least twice. It's genuinely good!
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9/10
Better than Part 1
raven-1188128 February 2024
I've just come out of the movie theater. I had adjusted my expectations in advance so that I could have lived with it if "Dune - Part 2" had been like Part 1, with its strengths and weaknesses. In this respect, Part 2 completely disappointed my expectations... for the absolute better!

In my opinion, Dune - Part 2 makes up for every weakness of its predecessor(without spoilers):

  • Part 2 has a much better pacing and has the perfect narrative tempo. Not too fast-paced and rushed, but also not as lengthy and tough as part 1. In addition, I wasn't bored for a minute of the 166 minutes.


  • Part 2 offers much more emotional depth in terms of the plot and the characters. I actually empathized a lot with the characters here. The feelings I had throughout the movie ranged from happiness, tension, joy, worry, fear, indignation to hope and satisfaction. Great!


  • Part 2 has much better background music than Part 1, where I wasn't always entirely satisfied with the soundtrack. Here, however, Hans Zimmer has once again demonstrated absolute class, almost on a par with Blade Runner: 2049 or Interstellar!


  • Part 2 contains significantly more subtext and hidden or clear and obvious messages. There is a lot to think about in the plot and dialog.


  • The amount of action has increased significantly, but not so much that you could call it a constant barrage of action. The action scenes that can be seen are absolutely superbly staged and perfectly mixed in terms of sound. A great soundscape with a great surround backdrop. The camera work and various shots are also great. You can always follow the action scenes wonderfully and have some great perspectives that ensure that the viewer always has an overview of the action.


  • Overall, the visual presentation is much more varied and elegant than in its predecessor. The desert of Arrakis has also been depicted much better and more authentically.


  • In Part 2, the actors/actresses have significantly more opportunities to breathe life into their characters, which makes them much more tangible and authentic.


Overall, I am absolutely thrilled with this sequel, which really puts Part 1 in the shade in all respects. My current rating shows me that I rated Part 1 too highly after all. "Dune - Part 1" would now only be a 7/10 for me.

With Dune - Part 2, Denis Villeneuve has truly created another masterpiece. Dune - Messiah can come!

Rating: 9/10 points Re-watch value: High Lasting impression : High Emotional depth: High.
10/10
Dune 2 IMAX experience
krnjicandrija10 March 2024
I have experienced this film on 29th of February in IMAX theatre. The hype was big and damm it was worth every cent of it.

My emotions are beyond the common term of indescribable. Yet, I will try my best.

My connection with this film through the IMAX screen was staggering. Both sound and big screen complemented the movie itself eminently creating a breathtaking experience of calamity, ferociousness and euphoria. I enjoyed each and every minute of this masterpiece and was equally satisfied in every scene.

Denis Villenueve made a spectacle this generations needed and I look forward in hope to see more cinematic masterpieces in the future.
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10/10
Wow
irma6691 March 2024
This movie has everything. And all those big actors in one movie, have not seen that in a while. The movie was powerfull with the dynamic music in the background. The story was building up towards the climax. Loved the slowmotion scenes. The scenes with Butler are one of the best...

Timothe does not disapoint. Happy and proud to see a swedish actress in such a big movie and Rebecca was actually good.

I would have love the movie to be 2 hours and not 2 hours and 45 but since it was so good I could accept it. What a Messiah we got.

Zendaya was great and loved Bardiem as always. Desert scenes were topnotch.
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8/10
Slightly disappointed because...
Daithi8417 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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Visually and musically stunning like the first movie with excellent action scenes. Casting superb for the most part. Aside from Walken as Emperor, which in my opinion was not a great cast. Nothing against Christopher as an actor, but he just doesn't seem all that well in that roll, but still good enough to get the job done. Also, I am not the biggest fan of Zendaya. Visually she's a good cast for Chani, but her constant angry face and little chemistry with Paul is distracting. Chalamet and Ferguson absolutely nailed the roles.

My main issues with the movie are incomplete or reduxed storytelling and that the director decided not to include possiblly some of the most important and fascinating elements and scenes, at least for me, from the story.

The werding way. I was disappointed, since the technology was available, that the directoror did not incorporate the (Bene Gesserit) werding way martial art of Paul and Jessica, where the moments were so fast that it almost appeared as teleportation. This should have been in the movie, to emphasize how incredibly skilled, mysterious and god-like Paul and Jessica would be to the fremen (and the viewer).

Jessica's reverend mother transformation was not explained properly and seriously underperformed by the writing. The explanation of the magnitude and significance of what Reverend Mother is was not construed properly in the movie. Reverend mothers were seriously overpowered beings with strong powers and influence. The fact that there was another hidden reverend mother on Dune was not signified properly. The transformation in the book was much more poignant and there was very little explanation to Jessica's daughter Aliah, and the Abomination. Jessica's role was seriously deminished in the second movie.

Kwisatz Haderach, I found the significance and explaition and the powers were inadequately explained and explored by the movie. As mentioned earlier, the significance of powers of Reverend Mothers. But it wasn't shown how much of a big deal the Kwisatz Haderach actually was and how much more powerful he was. His precience, past memories should have been more visually and nuanced.

It felt like the director was too cautious or afraid to explore the more mysterious and transcedental parts of the story, which in my opinion are the core of the story. Without it feels almost pointless and like a different plot, where Paul just fights to free the Fremen and Jessica gets a nun spiritual job with the Fremen. While Paul is shown as a gifted fighter with some sort of special abilities, that don't look all that different to anyone else. Where in fact Paul's fighting when using weirding way would almost be incompreheble to the Fremen.

In summary, the movie is a visual feast with a theatrical presence of a masterpiece, but fails capture the magnitude of the main characters and their abilities and in essence what the power struggle (not just for spice) is all about. Could have been a 10/10.
10/10
Absolutely breathtaking
leyasusanviju2 March 2024
The movie is the complete cinematic experience. I loved every single line every moment every little thing that makes this movie.

The only thing that is bothering me is the thirst so bad for the next part.

I felt like I was in the movie riding a sand worm, I was a fremen. I felt the pain the wonder the joy the anger. This felt like reading the book and you just can't stop. The excellence of this movie is not only the cast or the story it is the very making of it. I loved every dialogue that was uttered. Its just a masterpiece.

Though there is a stagnant pace in between it doesn't seem to matter. Because most of the second part of the movie is such a cliff hanger.
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10/10
Breath taking
jwood20015 March 2024
They did an amazing job with cinematography and the world building, and the character development. I've seen a lot of movies in my life and this one here is damn near perfect.the pacing is good, a little better then the first one. It's a must see in theaters for the experience. So excited to see where they take the movie next. I loved that they started the movie right off where they left it at, and the surprises of certain characters, and how certain character arch's are played out in this movie was handled greatly. You can really tell that they were set out to make a masterpiece and not another cookie cutter movie filled with familiar tropes like what they end up doing to Star Wars. 10/10 for me. Great job!!
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6/10
Disappointing
youngerc-8882012 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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I loved part one and was really hopeful of a satisfying ending, but was left disappointed.

I am a big fan of the book(s) and feel previous attempts at visual interpretations have been underwhelming. The first film changed that. It set the world and characters up thoroughly and steadily. It was long but merited the running time. Part two was a let down.

In this film the good work is somewhat wasted. Don't get me wrong this is not a bad film, it just has some problems.

Quite long sections were boring. The focus on certain characters and personal issues were given far too much screen time. Zendaya's Chani, I'm sorry but it was like the director was getting a bonus for every second she was on screen. Which might have been fine if the character was not portrayed in such a petulant and petty way. Her huff at the end of the film encapsulated this. Fine to make her role bigger, but it was done poorly.

Chalamet's Paul did not develop convincingly, or at all. In the first film he played the character to a tee, but this time the writing left him the childish boy seemingly throughout. His ascendance to the Mahdi/Kwisatz Haderach via the water of life was not given anything like a vision (indeed throughout the film his/his mothers visions and the more mystical parts of the story were left out or completely underplayed). And left you at a loss why he was suddenly behaving so differently.

Notable things were left out, in particular the Navigators, but also other elements you would assume would be in here.

Too much long stares into the sand, I love the visuals and the whole mythos of this universe, but as a big fan I was sitting there bored several times.

Their were some real highlights: Paul's first riding of the worm was really well done. The whole section on Geidi Prime was really great. The fight/battle scenes were done really well also. The senior actors were all fantastic, shame the young leads could not match them.

A noble effort with flaws.
10/10
An epic masterpiece
pd-1949011 March 2024
I really enjoyed the first Dune but this one is a notch or two better and is executed flawlessly. The only downside is you really can't watch it and know what's going on without seeing the first film or having at least read the book. It picks up where the first one left off and it never felt like it was almost three hours long. All the characters are memorable and the story moves along at a brisk pace. Every time it almost gets to where you think it's starting to feel slow, there's an epic action sequence. The story, acting, effects and execution are all superb. Just like with the first one, I really enjoyed the world Villeneuve put on screen and all the weaponry and ships and everything. It's really well done and made me want to go back and watch the first one again!
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9/10
Cinema still gets made in 2024
bashauwert-2147420 March 2024
Damn what a movie not gonna spoil or say to much about it. This is a movie you just have to whiteness it for yourself in a CINEMA preferably with Dolby Atmos. Because damn the sound and ofcourse the music by Hans Zimmer is so on point with the stuff you see on screen.

The openings scenes is one of the best I have seen in a movie in a while the cinematography used in that sequence was superb sucked you immediately in the movie great job by Denis Villeneuve.

Not sure if it is better then part 1 but definitely on the same level gave them both a 9. For the ones wondering it has more action then the first 1 gladly it wasn't over the top blockbuster action.

I remember looking at the time not because of for how long is this still going? But because of how long do we still have left? I don't want this to end!
10/10
A Cinematic Masterpiece!
gndecastro1 March 2024
I don't write reviews often and almost never use the word 'masterpiece'. I went to see this movie with my youngest son. I always brag to him and others that I went to see Empire Strikes Back in the theatre in 1980. After this movie I turned to him and said "one day you will brag to your son that you went to see Dune Part 2 on opening day". We are witnessing the birth an epic movie saga like no other. This is the reason we still go to see movies in movie theaters! AND I will also buy the 4K Blu-Ray when it is available. It is difficult to praise any aspect of this film over others because it can win every category at the Oscars. What a film!
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10/10
I could've watched this movie for 5hrs straight
Alexa735 March 2024
Loved the movie so much, the visuals are remarkable, the music, the storytelling, the acting, the costumes, everything was top notch!

Definitely has to be watched in IMAX.

The only thing I disliked was how Timothee and Zendaya have negative chemistry and you couldn't really buy into their romantic relationship, mostly from Zendaya's side. I honestly think she was the weakest link of this movie.

That being said, the movie was still 10/10, because it is so grand, few details can't diminish it.

Austin Butler was great, the guy can really act with solely a body language, without saying a word.

Rebecca Ferguson too!
5/10
Not a bad film, but...
zoebaggins17 March 2024
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It's extremely overrated and this rating should definitely come down a bit. It's about an 7.5/10, ignoring the story of the book which was well and truly massacred in this soulless Hollywood adaptation.

Let's talk about the positive things first: The parts of the music in the first half that sounded like an exact copy of Vangelis (what a legend!) and thus were beautiful. I'm not a Zimmer fan. Austin Butler did a phenomenal job for what he was given. I can't fault Chalamet either. I was impressed by Javier Bardem, who became his role. Stilgar was the heart of the story. Ferguson also was very good, but she was the standout of the first part too. The visuals were indeed very impressive. This was a visual masterpiece, I have to say. Absolutely loved the Harkonnen aesthetic in clothes, though maybe not the cartoonish villains they were portrayed as.

Now, for the bad parts: If I could remove one thing from this film, it would be zendaya. Her ugly mug brought down the whole entire film, not just the character (which was butchered in this version) but her appearance too. Constantly argumentative and negative, she never believed the prophecy for a minute, even though every step was confirmed in front of her eyes. We did NOT need so many close ups, for Mahdi's sake! In essence, she was not believable as a love interest, but also her acting was literally one note, constantly the same expression of being severely constipated and disgusted. She was essentially a bigger villain than the Harkonnens. Even though Paul explained exactly what was going to happen according to his plan a minute earlier, she stormed off when he did what he explained he would do and after he had told her he would love her forever.

My biggest complaint is that tribes cannot be multiracial because they're genetically related. An Atreides cannot be both an Asian and a black guy. The vast difference between the accents literally took me out of the movie, but especially zendaya's speech pattern, which at times came straight out of the Bronx, it was very jarring. The scene with Paul taking the water of life was kind of hilarious the way it was portrayed, I especially chuckled with the look Jessica gave Chani. I got scared a little bit with that very short woman who extracted the water of life from the worm, I was afraid she was about to twerk.

So, in short, visually very impressive, but ultimately hollow. The actual story is much deeper and way more complicated and nuanced. The casting of Chani is the single greatest mistake here, because she plays a key role and needs to be believable.
10/10
Star Wars of the 2020's
damayanthigamagemed28 February 2024
Your review paints a vivid picture of a movie that not only entertains but also pushes the boundaries of storytelling and filmmaking. The emphasis on the casting suggests that the actors truly inhabit their roles, bringing depth and authenticity to the characters. Additionally, the mention of massive character arcs indicates a rich and dynamic narrative that keeps viewers engaged from start to finish. The praise for creative and unique camera angles suggests a visually stunning experience that immerses audiences in the world of the film. Overall, your review conveys a sense of awe and admiration for a movie that sets a new standard for cinematic excellence.
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10/10
Visionary film making at its finest.
ItsJonThompson4 March 2024
Dune 2 is a rare gem of a film, in that it accomplishes to expand upon the immense scale of its predecessor, while also giving us a truly intimate connection with the trials of the characters within it. It's a technological marvel, breathing a much needed breath of fresh air to an industry that's been drowning in bloated budget action movies that fail to offer more than tired trends and tropes.

The sound design alone left me with goosebumps at times, hearing sounds that had textures I never knew were possible in cinema. It makes me hopefully for the future of the art that is cinema.

I left the theater feeling as I did as a kid, as if I had just witnessed something truly awe inspiring.
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8/10
Technically Perfect
celt0073 March 2024
The special effects perfect . The problem I had was continuity . A couple of times in the movie it jumped it's like wait how did we get here , better editing I suppose . Regardless what makes this much better that the first is the way the time was well used to move the story along with sensible dialog .

I was reminded of David Lean Lawrence of Arabia but in Space .

The thumping of the sand ,the water analogies , the large sand worms have sexual connotations . It's about life , finding a way to survive . Where the individual is just a method to keep life moving forward .

An epic cosmic metaphor for existence , and the fight for survival .

In the end jumping back in the worm moves life all forward through time .
10/10
As CLOSE to perfect that a movie can be
jessebcooke3 March 2024
From acting, to cinematography & art direction, to costumes, to sound and music, this film is an absolute masterpiece. The love story and action sequences are perfectly balanced and paced. Every frame is a stand alone art piece. An incredible love letter to the greatest sci-fi story ever written. All I can say is thank you to Dennis and his team and cast for this wonderful addition to our culture. It will stand the test of time and be a forever classic up there with other epics like Twin Towers, Empire, and Dark Knight. The book that defined the genre has waited over half a century for this well deserved adaptation. Best film of our generation, full stop.
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10/10
Brilliant on every level!
rspicochi-384991 March 2024
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As a Sci-Fi freak I was enthralled by the first Dune movie. Looking back now that was child's play compared to what Denis Villeneuve created with Part 1 and now Part 2. His understanding of Frank Herbert's spiritual underpinnings are taken to a level of such mastery it is dumbfounding. So many moments you just are blown away with the cinematic experience, music, acting and scale of grandeur. With so much anticipation I walked away not only proud but eager now for Dune Heretics or God.

The world of Harconan's was out of this world. The fierce gladiator scene, black fireworks ( So cool), the fact he was the grandson of the Baron? Lordy I don't remember that from the book (was that artistic license?). The amazing no MIND BLOWING scenes of exploding spice machines, and by far the best visual was riding the worms. So cool from side angle - then again from above! Awesome...

Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya are magical onscreen together. There is a scene when they fall in love and their acting of being in love was there. Zendaya has done an amazing job in her young acting career. As the movie drew to its conclusion her pouty portrayal was almost too easy to get away with. But Chalamet was brilliant. On another level the ending was a bit of a disappointment. The reality of what was about to occur would have been wonderful to see or experience. That first Dune did a better job. But the religious fervor went beyond what I ever dreamed and it worked perfectly.

Javier Bardem was so perfectly well cast as the true believer. He will get an Academy Award in 2025 for his performance- truly epic. I also enjoyed how Villeneuve wove in the dialogue with the unborn child of Rebecca Furguson... again a chose I wasn't expecting. The final thing that l enjoyed was the details and mood set by costumes. Again Brilliant is my only adjective..... go see it because I will at least once or twice more this week. Totally rocked my world (or galaxy).

On a somber side - I missed the worms coming up to greet the great Paul Moadhib... the scene with him drinking the water of life from the worm (blue cool), was a lost opportunity for a really amazing scene. But the Director seems to have wanted to keep it less about savior Paul but reluctant God. So the scene with Zendaya's tears wasn't really all that interesting or gripping. That scene and the lack of closure? What about the waves on Dune? What about him saying to the witches "there is a place inside the water of life that you can't look at - because it is I who is standing there"... again artistically not my fav choice. But OMG the Best Sci-Fi ever! Awesome thanks !
9/10
In many aspects of cinema this film exceeds. One of the Greatest films of the decade so far.
tonylance-1398218 March 2024
One of the Greatest Films of this Decade so far In many aspects of cinema this film exceeds.

The cinematography, acting, music, production design, editing, directing and more are all worthy of an Academy Award Nomination if not a win.

Seeing this in True 1.43 aspect ratio IMAX Laser at Boeing Pacific Science Center in Seattle was one the most breathtaking cinema experiences I have ever had.

The cast is stellar, and Greg Frasier's cinematography is again magnificent. Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya did a very good job as Paul and Chani as did the other cast. It gets better when Paul really kicks it in in the 3rd act. Rebecca Ferguson did a very good job as Jessica and stands out.

The comedic relief from Javier Bardem's Stilgar is enjoyable. I know there are mixed feelings about Christopher Walkens Emperor but he did a fine job but didn't do anything special, he was just there.

Where this movie suffers is the dreadful pace. The first two thirds of the movie drag on, despite stuffing what was two years in the book to a couple months in the movie. This does lead to the ending feeling rushed.

Dune: Part Two is an amazing cinematic achievement, and definitely one of the best films of the but I would not at all deem it as one of the greatest sequels of all time or compare it to The Dark Knight or The Empire Strikes Back.

8.8/10 (coincidently this is the same as the IMDB rating)
6/10
Good but under its possibilities
rcolon-eonium26 March 2024
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After a first movie I enjoyed so much, I expected nothing less that the same quality, mystery and action. It's been disappointing that I found an interesting movie I like but nothing else and far from the overall impression I got from the first one, specially the extrange lack of the powers that Paul just should have developed after drinking the water off life that is a key moment but not in the movie. Clearly it is necessary at least a 3rd movie.

The deaths of the Harkonen also are treated in the movie as absolute lateral and, pum! Fast and easy, too easy for my taste.

It also shows too many moments the vision of the war... the dialogue with the sister, no comment, and absence of the guild, mentats and so on...
10/10
Masterpiece
cojewelrycoisaiah27 February 2024
This was an incredible achievement in film. I was completely blown away by the cinematography, acting, writing, music and more. If it gets topped this year than it will be a legendary film in the history of movies. I only had a couple problems but it's not with the movie it's just that they took out the characters of Alia and Leto. In the book Alia kills the baron and Leto is brutally murdered by the sardukar. Other than that which was just a adaption problem I thought it was completely perfect. Watch my YouTube reviews and subscribe to @filmratty

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10/10
Mesmerising, a pure epic piece of entertainment
danydarko-346096 March 2024
Hello again film friends, I hope you are all well. So Dune part two is finally here, and the one question I'm sure you're all asking is, well those of you that havent seen it yet anyway, does it live up to the hype? And let me answer with a very strong YES! It is a beautiful epic in every sense, the acting, the story, the images and of course the music. Everyone involved really brought their A-game and knew they were making something special. The story this time is much more evolved and even more enticing than part one. No spoilers here but if you enjoyed part one then you owe it to yourself to see the epic next chapter. There are so many exciting beautiful images in this story that my friends and I were grinning from ear to ear pretty much all the way through. I'm very happy for director Dennis Villenueve as his last beautiful epic Blade runner 2049 was VERY under appreciated and overlooked, but he is getting the recognition for his genius now at least with Dune. I will warm fans of the book tho that some things have been changed but the good news is that it doesn't spoil ANY of your enjoyment of this rendition of the story. There isn't really much else I can say at this point without giving away even the smallest of spoilers, I will redo my review once the bluray is in my greedy hands! Quick note, those of you that have a 3D set up you can actually buy part one in 3D!!! It was released in Germany I think and looks amazing in 3D! So anyway I'll wrap it up with advising you go and see this as soon as possible and also recommend seeing it in IMAX for the best experience possible! Thanks for reading and until the next time, stay safe and may the force be with you.
9/10
High in the running for best film of the past twenty-four years, but missed potential holds it back
rottentowers-6302713 March 2024
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I will get this out there right now. Denis Villeneuve made a big mistake by altering the events of the second half of Dune. He is not nearly as disrespectful to the author nor the audience as Peter Jackass and his pretending to be a Tolkien fan. But the choice Villeneuve has made hurt his telling of the story to such a degree that I am flabbergasted that he made it.

Essentially, Dune the novel has a few years pass between the assault upon House Atreides and Paul Atreides' Fremen-assisted return punch. During this time, his sister is born. The event of Jessica drinking the Water Of Life and then being told she should not have done so happens more or less exactly as depicted here, but we see that Alia Atreides is able to speak in whole sentences and walk unaided at ages where normal Humanoid children are struggling to make singular words and stand upright. Villeneuve's change to the story hurts it not because of anything to do with Alia, but because the timetable of Paul responding to House Harkonnen's power slap with a once-punch knockout using the Fremen as a fist becomes impossible this way. Jessica is shown being approximately eight months pregnant at the end of the film. Assuming that Paul sensed her pregnancy in the first week, this gives Paul nine months to:

* Ingratiate himself enough with the Fremen for them to follow him into battle en masse

* Disrupt spice production to such an extent that the reserves the Harkonnen keep are no longer enough to keep the Landsraad from taking notice

* Go from indifferent to receiving offers of sex from Chani (admittedly, depending on many factors, this is plausible in the given time period)

* Develop enough skill in worm riding to make the Fremen see him as their equal or even Messiah

I think you see where this is going. Put simply, too many events are compressed into a small timeframe, and the credulity suffers a lot for it. Knowing that Villeneuve loves Dune, calls it Star Wars for grown-ups (and rightly so), but he could have stood to turn the first novel into a three-film series and he would still have to leave out some pieces of the story.

We get a slew of new characters, including the much speculated-about Feyd Rautha, the character Sting checks under the bed for at night. If you have not seen the Flying Underpants, consider yourself lucky. Or unlucky if you are into that sort of thing. Anyway, Feyd Rautha is depicted beautifully and gets exactly the screentime he needs to fulfil his function in the story. Unfortunately, he is the only new character in this piece that we can say that about.

Princess Irulan is barely developed beyond "daughter of the Emperor". Even her function as a historian and one of the sources people in the far future will read when seeking an account of the events in these films is something you could not possibly know of unless you read the novel. The only reason she needs to be in the story is, as said, she gets half of her DNA from the Emperor.

Speaking of the Emperor, he is barely in the story. We learn that he is saddened by having had to send House Atreides to their doom, that the current unrest on Arrakis is bothering him, that it threatens his rule, but again, the only reason he cannot be cut from the story is because he has one essential function, to be overthrown, and the other details really only tie into that.

Léa Seydoux gets the worst of it. Lady Margot Fenrig is so superfluous it makes me weep. The one scene she does anything in involves subjecting Feyd Rautha to the same test Paul underwent in the beginning of Part One. One could simply remove her and give this scene to Princess Irulan or some anonymous nobody character, and the impact would not change.

This hurts development of a connection with these new characters, and the nearly nonexistent screen time of returning characters such as Gurney Halleck or Glossau Rabban undermines the connection we had with them if we saw them in Part One.

So what makes Dune: Part Two great? The collective aspects where Villeneuve once again hits it out of the park. The conflict between believers in the religious vomit planted by the Bene Gesserit and those who see it for what it is, although not central to the story, is a steady Billy Gould bass pattern throughout the film. In spite of the mishandling of the timeline, Lady Jessica's contribution to the story is as powerful as ever. She might not be commanding huge men to kill each other, but she is having no less of an impact upon the world around her. And Paul, well, the whole story revolves around Paul now, and he tears into it like an autoimmune disorder into healthy tissue. Paul is described in the novel as being fourteen years old when first he sets foot on Arrakis, and is around seventeen to eighteen years old at the conclusion of said novel. From an emotional perspective, Paul seems to be the exception to the bungling of the timetable. But hey, moments of incredible violence and threat to one's existence age a man up a bit (I know).

The choice to make all outdoor scenes on Geidi Prime an offensively bright monochrome, the return of the masterful rendition of Ornithopter wings, the fact that Villeneuve knows how to construct a scene of violence, the masterful environmental storytelling, it all comes back and reminds us of why Dune: Part One left us wanting more. The difference is that Dune: Part One left us wanting more of a story that is unassailable from a logic and worldbuilding point of view. But what we get in Part Two is still masterful. Probably my favourite aspect would be that in spite of the timeline, the actions of the characters both make absolute sense in context of their circumstances and come from a place of intelligently processing the available information. Baron Harkonnen in particular demonstrates this, by taking control of Arrakis away from Glossau Rabban and giving it to Feyd Rautha, still under the assumption that there are a lot less Fremen than is truly the case, and totally ignorant of the bucket of napalm he has kicked into a pool of nuclear waste.

If you are a fan of Dune, in the sense that you get the message of the story and understand its style (hey, certain director who everyone mistakes for understanding Tolkien, it is about consequences), Part Two is a must-watch. But people who have only seen the Part One film will walk away confused by the dropping of the timeline ball, and that is a problem for people who are familiar enough with Frank Herbert's novels to know that everything Paul does in Part One, Part Two, and Part Three will have repercussions that continue for another ten thousand years.

See it twice. Regardless of what I have to say, it is really good for your brain.
8/10
Great Film And Adaptation
gpeevers12 March 2024
Very good film and adaptation of the Frank Herbert novel, though I still have soft spot for 1984 version - this is overall a big improvement.

The look of the entire film and the special effects were great in my opinion and created a believable if fantastic environment.

The mythic and spiritual aspects of the story with both the Fremen and Bene Gesserit which are integral to the story were much better handled than previously

I was very impressed with the casting and the performances for every role but one and that would be Christopher Walken as the Emperor - i think he's a fine actor but completely wrong for part as the Emperor.
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10/10
Dune Part 2
solmcneil-8068713 March 2024
As someone that took a little longer to get round to dune part 2, I was a bit worried that all the good things I'd heard about it were going to be great exaggerations. I was pleasantly surprised and happy to be wrong, Dune part two is on a scale that is akin to Lord of the Rings. Now all the slow-burn, but necessary, universe-building of the first part has taken place, part two can hit the ground running. It must be remembered that this is a "part two", as a result a viewing of the first film is essential to understanding the themes and seeds that were planted in the first part. As this is a non-spoiler review I won't detail what these themes are, I shall just reassure that they are followed up in full.
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9/10
Masterpiece
mazz-8207523 March 2024
There are few movies that keep my eyes glued to the screen the ENTIRE time. Literally no desire to ever look away, check phone, refill popcorn or anything. Everything from the score, cinematography, acting, character development is fantastic. Only reason I didn't give it a ten is at times I got a little lost (although this could be my fault), I felt as though the movie didn't portray well enough where they were or what their intentions were at any given point. I felt like the timeline was somewhat rushed which made me feel they were jumping around a lot in location and where they were in the overall plot. Will definitely watch again as I feel like it's one of those movies that you enjoy even more the second time.
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8/10
First-Rate Spectacle!
OttoVonB28 March 2024
Another day, another messianic blockbuster to « save cinema », a state of affairs which, given Dune's themes, is rich in irony. Denis Villeneuve's DUNE part 2 continues the story of Paul Atreides as he joins the nomadic Fremen to wage war against his arch-enemies the Harkonen, hailed by many as their messiah and aided in that by his supernaturally gifted mother.

In the age of hyperbole, Dune part 2 has been hailed as this age's far superior alternative to Star Wars and Lord of the Rings, whilst also being decried as a shameful betrayal of its source material by purists. Predictably, the truth is somewhere in between. Where Lord of the Rings comparisons prove apt, is in the fortuitous occurrence of a gifted, resourceful filmmaker clearly in love with the source novel(s), and a very evident desire not to compromise in his artistic vision, hence the daring gambit to split the first book into two non-simultaneously shot films. The success of part 1 paved the way for part 2, itself promising an eventual follow-up or coda to the whole story. Like Jackson before him, Villeneuve is grappling with thematically dense material, and as in all adaptations, choices must be made, most of them - as was the case with the Rings films - for the better. Conflict, that crucial ingredient for effective cinematic storytelling, is emphasized on all personal fronts: between Paul and his vengeful mother (played by a scenery-chewing Rebecca Ferguson), between Paul and Zendaya's Fremen Chani, and in Paul's reluctance to accept the path laid out before him. The dubious nature of the prophecy and the weight of the evil it will cause Paul to commit is much more foregrounded here than in the original Dune book, something author Frank Herbert clearly cared about, since he leaned heavily into it in his follow-up, Dune Messiah. Similarities with the Rings trilogy extend to a gifted and committed cast, as well as technical credits that are all at the very peak of what the industry can offer in this day and age, with particular kudos to cinematographer Greig Fraser and production designer Patrice Vermette.

In terms of sheer spectacle, part 2 ramps things up ant the showstopper moments are truly inspired. An opening face-off with Harkonen shock-troops is tense and otherworldly-feeling, Paul's first attempt at riding a sand-worm will have you on the edge of your seat coughing up sand, and the ending is a thing of terrible, daring beauty. These set-pieces owe their effectiveness in no small part to quieter moments Villeneuve nails, such as Lady Jessica's scheming, the surreal awakening of Paul's gestating sister Alya, and frankly anything involving Javier Bardem's fundamentalist Stilgar.

Where comparisons with the Rings trilogy fall apart is in areas where this film - and its predecessor - fall short. The films clearly function as two halves of a whole, part 1 lacking a satisfying close. For all the visual splendor on display - and it is consequential, IMAX or no - and the immersive sound design, Dune part 2 suffers from strange rhythmic hiccups at times. Some narrative threads are given room to breathe (particularly the most important one of Paul integrating the Fremen), while others feel rushed, chiefly the central romance, to make room for scenes that add little in the way of the emotional core of the film, such as pretty much anything involving the Imperial family (a wasted Florence Pugh and a badly miscast Christopher Walken) or Bene Gesserit machinations. These are moments where you feel the filmmakers' desire to let you drown in this rich universe, and the central story suffers as a result. One could also argue that, unlike in moments of part 1, part 2 never makes you feel the scorching heat of Arrakis' deserts, and the Harkonen aren't quite as perverse as you wish they'd be. The real low-point, for me, was Hans Zimmer's uninspired score, the positive reaction to which has me sincerely baffled. As an extension of the sound design, it is sometimes effective, but in its utter failure to generate more than one passably memorable theme, it is an absolute waste. Think of what John Williams conjured up for that galaxy far far away, or Howard Shore's colossal scores for Middle Earth... in such venerable company, Zimmer's effort falls way short.

Thank God then for what does work, and there is so much to praise. These two films have stoked my interest in the Dune mythos, something I was, until now whole unfamiliar with. They deliver a phenomenal level of spectacle, the likes of which we only get too rarely. They push the boundaries in many respects, be it in the aforementioned cinematography, or in the special effects, which are not only seamless but also convey weight, presence and scale the degrees seldom seen before. The films also showcase many of the great screen talents of the moment. Chalamet owns every facet of the character and finally makes you understand what all the fuss was about, and Austin Butler does a wonderful Stellan Skarsgard impression. Acting-wise, the plaudits mostly go to Rebecca Ferguson, absolutely chilling, and to the wonderful Javier Bardem, whose presence, commitment and charisma no meme can dampen.

Dune part 2 is not the greatest film of all time, but it is a very welcome reprieve from cold filmmaking by committee that most of the prevailing franchises had gotten us used to of late. Like the recent Oppenheimer, it delivers the kind of spectacle you can only expect when a gifted filmmaker is able to deploy massive resources to tell a story they care about and remember to keep audiences emotionally engaged. Hopefully these two films' successes bode well for such productions in years to come.
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10/10
An honor to the book
lialudlow2 March 2024
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Not only was the film gorgeous, music amazing and acting phenomenal, but they actually stayed pretty true to the book. There were a few variations which I understand why they did (ex- adding in child actors would be difficult) but was still a little sad about. Otherwise, the plot very closely followed the original. For those who didn't read the book, it's still a great story and very enjoyable film. The CGI was well done and the costumes made it feel very authentic. I see why Hans Zimmer wanted to do this movie. He slightly deviated from his usual instruments and made a phenomenal soundtrack. I'd definitely recommend watching!
9/10
Epic masterpiece
adibshahriar2 March 2024
The most epic movie I have seen in the cinema hall. Surpasses the first part in stunning fashion. Every minute of this movie was one adrenaline rush after the other. There is always something happening on screen it is as if the powder keg which was the first movie finally exploded. The fights and battle sequences were one of the best I have ever seen. And To me the biggest achievement of Villeneuve is that he used each and every member of his ensemble cast with perfection. Timothe Chalamet is slowly turning into the next big thing of Hollywood and he gives a career defining performance. Zendeya also proves she is worth the hype. And Austin Butler ever since Elvis he has been on form. Although he didn't get that much screen time his potryal was stunning. Javiar Bardem also acted fabulously. It is rare that every actor gives their best in such a stellar cast. Also Rebecca Ferguson has outdone herself. I cannot wait to watch the Third part on an even larger screen. Dune is the epic of my generation.
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10/10
A Sci-fi Revolution.. Denis Villeneuve has created History
ahmedvengeance28 February 2024
Dune: Part Two is a kind of movie that makes some of you people think ''Umm..Another 2H 46M long movie, might feel boring, But after you finished watching it you just wish that it was longer than that.

Yes, I wanted more.

Denis Villeneuve crafted his DUNE world so Beautifully that you can't resist going back. You started watching it and you instantly feel yourself locked up with the screen. The level of Detail in every frame is crazy, stunning. From the religious Fremens to Brutal Harkonnens every single tribe has their own recognition. You can differ them by their gorgeous costumes, their culture, their own living spaces. Dune 1 & 2 is justice to Frank Herberts novel. And all of that was possible because Denis Was selected as the Director. He lead the crew and handled every sector very professionally that the outcome is unbelievably epic.

Thanks to Cinematographer Greig Fraser.

Musician Hans Zimmer and his team.

Production Designer Patrice Vermette.

Costume Designers and the VFX artist.

They bought this out of the world vision of Denis Villeneuve to life.

Now i want Dune: Part Three (Messiah) and i want it to be 4 Hour long.
9/10
Fantastic movie waiting for its well-deserved ending
lm_koenig2 March 2024
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Being nothing short of spectacular in terms of production design, acting, score and cinematography, Dune Part II surpasses the triumph of its predecessor Dune and creates a new level of memorable, breathtaking scenes. Paul Atreides riding a Sandworm for the first timing or uniting the Fremen behind him are good examples. Timothee Chalamet fulfills the task of portraying an initially humble Messiah yearning to be equal to Fremen rather than to control them who turns into a self-righteous, self-proclaimed leader with excellence. Nevertheless, Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen is the star of the movie for me personally with his unforgettable performance. He evokes feelings of repulsion and horror with ease and fully melts with the role such that I forgot that it is Austin Butler playing him. However, turning to my main issue with this movie, which cost it one Star, is the story as it has not fulfilled its potential. Focusing on the evolution of Paul Autreides in depth and showing life of the Fremen as well of the Harkonnen, the Bene Gisserit are left in the dark. Also, the purpose of having a sister remains unclear. This makes Dune: Messiah a necessity to give fans a fulminant wrap up of the fate of the planet Dune.
10/10
Perfect
blakeefuller2 March 2024
Dune 2 doesn't just surpass the original in every way it blows pretty much most movies out of the water. The cinematography is mind blowing along with sound design and so much more. Everything about this movie screams polish and passion. Dune is such a complex novel but finally it feels like a worthy adaptation has been crafted with these 2 parts. This is a movie not just for lovers of the book, but also pretty much anyone who appreciates movies period. The cast nails every character with such great accuracy it truly immerses you into the world. Dune 2 is a masterpiece and left me wanting more and also satisfied. Long Live the fighters!
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9/10
Breathtaking
serkan_dervis2 March 2024
Its always difficult to bring a sci fi Novel to the big screen and after a successful first film, the second blew it out water. Story, cast, cinematography, soundtrack, moments of humour, the emotions the film takes you through... breathtaking. Probably a modern day classic which will be talked about for decades to come. Thoroughly enjoyed the movie and it didn't feel as long as it stated I could have continued watching. This was a dramatic pulsating story of good vs evil a story we we are witnessing today the very definition of David and Goliath. Incredible film wow blown away from the visuals.
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10/10
Masterpiece
faiknadir2 March 2024
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What can I say? I just leave the cinema and still shaking.

What words can I use to describe my emotions, don't know. First of all, visualisation is perfect. Thats the visul effect like Space Odessy, Interstaller, Lorf of the Rings that we talk about. Sir Dennis Villeneuve, I don't see harm in say that, done perfect job. Thanks to all crew who worked in visuality.

Second, I've seen the best wars scene since Peter Jackson's Pellenor Battle. However It was short, sad.

Third, the movie reminds a lot of classics. Star Wars Universe's the dark side versus light side conflict, Game of Throne's game changers and playmakers, LOTR's wisdom... You will find what you are searching for. You must see this poem immediately.

Right director, right cast, right time. The rest is history. Thank you Dune.
10/10
Just what the movies needed!
emmajoiner10 March 2024
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This was the movie I looked forward to the most since Dune 1 and boy did it deliver!!! The 2h 40 mins felt like 5 minutes and I would've still stayed in the cinema to watch some more of this beautiful world that Frank Herbert created and Deni Villeneuve brought to life on the screen. The cast is absolutely amazing. Austin Butler showed us that after taking on a role like Elvis, he can transform also in to a mean and ruthless harkonnen without hair and eyebrows. His work was stunning and he was terrifyingly terrific. Not to mention Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya who steals the show with their beautiful romance and amazing acting! I love that we got to see more and more of the Fremen world, hear their language and see their religion. Javier Bardem is absolutely my favorite in this movie, because he actually manages to bring such comical sentences in to this serious movie, and still remaining the leader and a respected warrior of the Fremen. The cinematography is flawless by Greg Fraiser, the fact that the Harkonnen world was a bit noir and black and white made it more terrifying and intense. The shots in the desert got me goosebumps, as well as Hans Zimmer's music which he brought to the next level after Dune 1.

It makes you feel what the characters feel and takes you on this journey as well. Absolutely adored it!! Can't wait to see more!!
10/10
Dune: Part Two it's totally amazing BEST SF MOVIE
Hyouhaku27 February 2024
I just saw the new movie "Dune: Part Two" and I was speechless.

It was amazing, full of creativity and an unforgettable action.

From the sensational footage, which I will constantly praise, to the story and everything that the Dune universe means.

Shocking scenes, dramatic scenes, romantic scenes but also full scenes, full of action, carnage and explosions.

Something I've been waiting for so long and it was more perfect than I expected...

In Imax, the sound was so good that at any explosion or need for bass, it creates a shock, an earthquake that gives incredible pleasure.

You must see it and I declare that it is the best film of 2024 and I don't think that any of the upcoming movies will be better. Waiting for Oscars and all the wins possible 👏👏👏.
10/10
gonna be hard to top this one guys
jamisonquinn8 March 2024
Dune is my favorite novel of all time. I love it so much that David Lynch's version is enjoyable because of its incomprehensibility.

I might be biased when I say Denis Villeneuve is probably the best modern director but i've thought that long before even Dune Part 1. Sicario was my first foray into his territory and it was astoundingly brilliant. Arrival and Blade Runner '49 both stuck with me for months. Dune Pt 1 set my expectations high.

Pt 2 sticks that landing and then some. I wanted to see it again THE DAY after i saw it. Its epic, beautiful, well paced, and surprisingly funny. Its not that Marvel humor, its little jabs here and there that are a chuckle to add levity.

Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha is the standout character, being just unpredictably gruesome and loathsome and his pitch perfect imitation of Stellan Skarsgaard's voice for the Baron.
8/10
As many sand Burn
boucquey2 March 2024
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The story works perfectly, sound is masterfully efficient, raising voices and attention, the main lack comes from the absence of the guild of travelers, they are the main Reason why and how Empire is ruled. First movie mentioned quickly the butlerian wars, Jihad, and most briefly the travelers. On second dame Jessica takes à pregnancy that never ends. And for Paul and is mindset then we are trapped in an emotional downsizing shrinking the all action and bravery. Scènes in the intimacy of the Empire court looks like a dojo resort styled by a Flemish decorator. Missing grandeur. The dialogues with : "hey you guys what are you laughing about " sounds less than epic, also. The best atmosphere are the main toxic B&W party on Giedi Prime. And obviously sex scenes are forbidden when you market a movie for international . Odd time where killing and burning holocaust scene are to feel like ordinary.
10/10
One of the best cinematic experiences
alexanderengstrom28 February 2024
I read the book around when the first part of Dune was released. So I knew what would happen story-wise. But while watching part two I realized it's not just about the main plot. It's the music, it's the visuals, the sounds, the acting, the rawness.

I think everything in this movie is perfect, when you see it from a visual and sound perspective.

While I think the story is wonderful, I feel it was almost too fast phased. I discussed with friends who has not read the book about the story. Which they did not really understand at all times. Because of the movies fast phase in the second half of the movie.

I won't discuss these specific storywise stuff. But when you see the movie from a book-perspective. The story is exceptional and rich.

While I know you can't really copy-paste the book to the movie. It still contains the main plot points and does so with excellence. But I can't deny that I wanted to see some more things that was included in the book but not in the movie.

Certain characters, cough cough.. Seemed to be forgotten from the first part.

But overall I totally loved the movie. And I also like that it takes it's own little road to make it a "better" cinematic experience. But I know that some will whine about the difference between book and movie. I think it's great that they make the movie in a way that still cherish the source material but does some changes probably are necessary for production and overall experience.

If you'll whine about the movie not being exactly like the book you should just go read the book. I really hope an extended cut will be released for us all to enjoy this movie in 4h instead of 3.

I would perhaps put this movie in the 8.5+ area. But since this is imdb it deserves a 10. Thanks.
10/10
Cinema at it's finest
beekieknight1 March 2024
This film has potential to be one the greatest movies of all time. Words can hardly describe what this movie made me feel. With every big fight scene, you can feel everything. The loud pounding of gunshots, the heavy clanking of swords and knifes smashing against one another. And with the small, hand-to-hand fights, you can feel the emotion, every punch, kick, stab, all of it. The acting was absolutely phenomenal, unlike any I've ever seen before.

Timothée Chalamet deserve all the praise he is about to gain from this film. This has to be Chalamet's best performance yet, along with many others. While not his best performance, Austin Butler absolutely delivers in this movie as Feyd Rautha. Not quite living up to antagonist performances such as Heath Ledger's Joker in Nolan's Dark Knight or co-star Javier Bardem in No Country For Old Men. However he is absolutely on the new list of film antagonist. Amongst others such as Josh Brolin, Rebecca Ferguson, and Zendaya, this movie is packed with the greatest performances I've witnessed in a sci-fi film.

Greig Fraser, oh Lord where do I even begin. This film's cinematography was absolutely stupendous! I'd put this movie's cinematography on par with such works like Linus Sandgren in La La Land and Roger Deakins in 1917, this movie has the masterful blend of color, angles, and framing. Everything about this movies cinematography set the tones perfectly and I'm one hundred percent here for it.

Overall, this has got to be one of the greatest movies I've ever seen and I'd recommend to anybody, no matter your taste in films.
10/10
This movie actually exists
pablo_velasan2 March 2024
It's difficult to put into words all the feelings I felt while watching this movie. Technically brilliant, mesmerising score by Hans Zimmer as always and incredible performances from all the cast.

This is the kind of film that deserves more than one view in the cinema, it is a fantastic experience. It feels as much as an event as the Avengers movies felt but what we get in quality is much closer to what we got with the LOTR trilogy.

Denis Villeneuve along with Cristopher Nolan are truly the directors setting the bar of what the cinema experience should look and feel like. What an incredible story.
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10/10
Superb film making
twoodcock1 March 2024
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The entire texture of this film is so different from the first, part one with a singular storyline this story fanning out allowing space for characters to unfurl. The pacing moves with these arcs sometimes slowing and at other times hastening but at all times not overdoing exposition and keeping the story moving. The fact that many peripheral characters in part one are given much more screen time is wonderful. I found it of special interest they paid so much to developing out the Fremen culture too so it had its own identity just nothing short of magic.

The movie itself is beautiful, the sci-fi immense and strange. Geidi Prime rendered as monochromatic horror. Kaitan lush and decadent. Everything has a visual identity. The beauty of Arrakis made even more dramatic by the terror of the worms and its storms.

Politics is at the core of the film though and its interplay with faith, belief and religion. Paul is given a much darker turn his messianic trajectory driving a visible fall from the grace of the Fremen instead an instrument of the political long play of the true power of the Bene Gesserit. Prophecy is depicted instead as corruption of freedom another whip to control the masses. I can't wait to see how this is played out in part three (it has to come too much is left unresolved).

This by far is one of the best movies I have seen in a very long time and it deserves every accolade it receives.
9/10
A more than worthy conclusion.
nicksmoviereviews3 March 2024
Dune: Part 2 is an extraordinary feat of filmmaking. Director Denis Villeneuve concludes Paul Atredies' (Timothee Chalamet) story with brilliance, while never sacrificing the human and ethical elements.

Part 2 picks up where the first film left off. Granted, this film isn't technically a sequel, as it continues from the first half of Frank Herbert's beloved classic. In a way, Part 2 enhances the first half due to the ramifications that follow. Paul's story of finding out if he's the chosen one while earning the respect of the Fremen - specifically Chani (Zendaya) and Stilgar (Javier Bardem) - is one of the more fascinating aspects.

Paul's story is only one aspect of the narrative, as the Harkonnen family - led by the imposing Stellan Skarsgård - is still trying to wipe the Fremen off of Arrakis. Dave Bautista returns as the impulsive Rabban, while new addition Austin Butler plays the Baron's nephew, Feyd-Rautha - a psychotic rockstar of a character who's well-trained in combat.

Butler is one of the movie's standouts. His introduction as a challenger in a gladiatorial celebration on the Harkonnen planet of Giedi Prime is one of the more haunting and unique sequences I've seen in some time. Viewers might find the villains to be one-dimensional, and in a way, they are. However, they're still imposing enough that the point comes across clearly.

Familiar characters return such as Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), and others - I won't go into detail if you haven't read the book. Suffice it to say their character development is just as impactful as Paul's. This is made all the more important given the rapid pace of scenes that range from quiet and contemplative, to action-packed and invigorating.

Viewers also shouldn't slouch on the technical aspects of the film. Villeneuve returns with cinematographer Greig Fraser and composer Hans Zimmer. Greig's photography rivals his previous work in such a way that he might get nominated next year. Likewise, Zimmer's score is captivating within the context of the action scenes, and emotional at the film's bittersweet ending.

By the end of the film, I couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness, as I'd enjoyed being in this strange - yet captivating - universe. If you get the chance, be sure to see it on the biggest screen possible. I could go on forever about how much I loved this film, but I'll just say: go see this movie.

Villeneuve has proven, yet again, why he is one of the greatest directors of our time by doing the impossible: adapting one of the most beloved, unfilmable books ever made.
10/10
Epic masterpiece
cswrigley5 March 2024
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I don't often rate a movie a 10, my favorites are usually 8 or 9. But this is the definition of the 10, looks and personality! In all seriousness Denis Villeneuve created something that can only be described as huge, epic, grandiose while still developing characters and applying beautiful detail. I love how he set up so many things in the first film to be paid off in part two, shots of the dessert mouse Maud Dib, Paul's awareness of Gurney Halleck's gate... Javier Bardem as Stilgar absolutely crushes it. He couldn't be better and deserves Oscar(another) recognition. Timothy goes from a boy in the first to leading man that demands your attention, both as an actor an in his character.

I'm a Dune reader, and of course things had to be cut from the book but I appreciate DV's selectiveness to make it a believable universe. Very rarely does this happen but the movies may just outshine the source material.

I've never watched at 3 hour movie and wished it was 5. Though it will probably be years I can't wait for Dune Messiah.
10/10
Better than Star Wars
mikka-417302 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is the best cinematic experience i've ever had. I liked the first part for its cinematography, sound design and introduction of Frank Herbert's version of a Sci-Fi Fantasy. But the second part exceeds in nearly every aspect. Everyone liked Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" for establishing a modern Sci-Fi Fanatsy world but unlike Star Wars for example it was supposed to introduce to the world of Dune from the beginning; apart from the sound- and set-design and the SFX the story was rather simple. Not so "Dune: Part Two". The story picks up speed quickly and packs tons of plot in a short time whilst never sacraficing breathtaking and perfectly timed pictures and scenes. The cut is perfect and camera and SFX are even more astonishing than in the first film. The topics this film depicts leave extensive food for thought covering politics, mass manipulation through religion, fate and human behaviour. Personaly I sometimes thought I was presented with a summary of all "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" plots, which is a good thing. Maybe even including the humor; the film is funny at times, not like Marvel, but some may be disturbed by it. Personaly I was not. The only negative I noticed after finishing the film is that the score lacks a recognisable theme, the Arakis-Theme appears one or two times, but the quantity of leitmotifs isn't quite on a Star Wars level. I wouldn't say the film is perfect but rounding up from 9.99 leads me to my final rating of 10 Stars.
4/10
Visually Stunning but...
jeuxdevilains30 March 2024
The scenery, the costumes, the performances of some the actors are excellent. However, past the few elements that makes watching the movie not a complete waste of time, but not something you're really satisfied with, glaring weaknesses remain.

It's too often over-dramatic. It makes copious use of the same boring and easy techniques to create superficial drama: the zoom-in on characters, taking an embarrassing heroic pose or looking deeply intense with determined eyes and a slight frown.

Oh, and the shouting! Characters and crowd shouting ad nauseam the same mantras as if to make us, simpletons, understand basic concepts by repeating them three, four, five times. We got it. Move on! Done and seen a thousand times elsewhere.

On that subject, this movie is very loud. In every sense of the word. Sometimes the actors shout for no apparent reason other than to convey to the public that they're saying something important. Thing is, it actually has the opposite effect. It's like a child throwing a tantrum, demanding to be heard. Then, there's the action scenes. Oh my, did they overdo them. It's constant blasting and fighting. The fast food of the movie industry. The louder the better. Explosions, fast camera movements, noise all around as if the void of the script needed to be filled at all time with visual stunts so that you don't have to think too hard about the story.

It follows that the dialogues are weak, really weak. If one isolated the words and read them they'd be appalled by the sheer stupidity and shallowness of some of the lines. And obviously, it would look completely ridiculous compared to the book.

All in all, this is just a mass market product that has some moments but that is plagued by the necessity to appeal to everyone and places the bar for that everyone very low. It does not expect much from itself or from its audience and so you leave the theater wondering what was the point.
Messiah Killer
afw_consulting14 March 2024
Here it comes Dune Part Two with the most rewarding ending since The Silence of the Lambs.

I have seen thousands of movies in my lifetime but Dune Part Two stands out for its commitment to cinema itself.

A superb job by team Villeneuve including Fraser for cinematography, Walker for editing and Zimmer for scoring.

I rarely have these kind of emotions but Dune Part Two has been highly rewarding thanks to Frank Herbert's novel of 1965.

There is no doubt that director Denis Villeneuve did his homework in order to bring a book of generation to the big screen.

This is filmmaking at its finest. Chamalet and Zendaya nail it with all the supporting cast.

It just a joy to watch DUNE completely.
10/10
My Arrakis
musaislam-981377 March 2024
Coming into this film, I had the highest expectations. Leaving this film, my expectations were somehow surpassed. The characters, plot, action, cinematography, sound design; every aspect of this film was finely tuned to perfection. Every scene is masterfully crafted, ingrained in my brain. The fight scenes were as tense and thrilling as the Dune Part 1, if not more so. The dialogue was engaging, the sound effects beautiful, and the music was the perfect backdrop to each scene. The directors and writers also use silence incredibly well, providing stark contrasts to the booming bass that tends to be used in larger fights. The characters feel believable, and have their own motivations, purposes and personalities, allowing their relationships to flourish. All this without even commenting on the visuals. This film is a cinematic masterpiece, the CGI and the practical effects being stunning. The way the various worlds are portrayed is expertly done. Absolutely one of the best films I have ever watched, 10/10 would recommend.
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9/10
magnitude
hakantaner-344452 April 2024
2003 LOTR is the best movie and work of art released after the return of the king. Dune 2 is a breathtaking sequel to Denis Villeneuve's epic science fiction series. Transporting the audience to another world with its visual effects and stunning desert landscapes, this film perfectly captures the spirit of Frank Herbert's classic novel. The music composed by Hans Zimmer makes the already impressive atmosphere even more fascinating. The cast's performances, especially Timothée Chalamet's depth and charisma as Paul Atreides, play a key role in bringing to life the story's complex characters and political intrigue. Director Villeneuve manages to present the complex story in an understandable and impressive way. This sequel will delight not only science fiction fans, but also anyone who appreciates deep stories and character development. "'Dune 2' will undoubtedly be one of the best films of the year and an unforgettable part of cinema history."
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10/10
A NEW PILLAR IN SCI-FI CINEMA
vitinhaoriginal14 March 2024
Dune Part Two was a perfect sequel to Villeneuve's first part. He accomplished all of the book's major plot points while also delivering stunning performances and visuals, a fantastic execution of unexpected humor with a passionate performance from Javier Bardem.

Most films in recent years only dream of having the brilliance of this film and much of that is due to the director of photography, Greig Fraser, one of the best. This film will be remembered as one of the ziggurats of modern science fiction and deserves all the laurels it will receive.

It hasn't been long since a franchise and a singular film captivated and demonstrated so much passion pouring onto the screen. This story, these characters, this planet. Dune comes to fight for its place in the history of science fiction cinema. It's a disservice to the sound and photography experience not to see this film in IMAX, you feel part of each scene.

Fantastic film

Zendaya is a true actress.
10/10
I'm sad it's over
massmar17 March 2024
For me Part One was the best movie of the past years and I was afraid Part Two couldn't keep up with it. So I was excited but also afraid to be disappointed.

After seeing Part Two I can't tell whether Part Two is even better than Part One, but it is truly an equal masterpiece.

The visuals are overwhelming again. This time there are even outstanding scenes in black and white.

The sound is captivating and Hans Zimmer gets the blood flowing again. This gives the scenes in almost complete silence a special meaning.

The storybuilding is also remarkable. You can really see the characters' development and also increasing tension between them.

All in all this movie is the epitome of filmmaking. After almost 3 hours I still didn't want it to end. Some scenes gave me goosebumps and I can't wait to see the next chapter.
10/10
Good
abdullahsaleem-0735427 February 2024
Had the pleasure to watch this film in an early screening and was completely blown away.

As a big fan of the Game of Thrones franchise, it's been a long time since iv'e encountered this level of world-building and epicness. Would highly recommend to re-watch the first movie in order to appreciate the subtleties and foreshadowing better, though it's not completely necessary since the movie is pretty self-contained and would please general audience that only watched the first movie 3 years ago just as well.

Denis Villeneuve continues to prove himself as one of the most promising filmmakers of our time, and if it was up to me I would keep him in these high-budget epic tales such as these since there are very few directors working today that can tackle this genre as good as he does.

In my personal opinion, the movie is better than the first part in pretty much every aspect. Hans Zimmer's score is masterful just as you'd expect, and one step up from the Oscar winner and Grammy nominated score of Pt. 1. Technical aspects such as VFX, Production Design, Sound, Editing, etc. Are all top notch and awards-worthy. The action sequences are absolutely mind blowing and sent chills down my spine. Denis direction is impeccable, and the story is absolutely fascinating- continuing to develop characters from Pt. 1 even deeper and introduce new incredible and intriguing characters.

The movie serves as a great wrap-up to the story introduced in Pt. 1 however in my opinion could serve as an even better set-up to a possible masterpiece in Dune: Messiah, which I really hope will get green-lit soon.

I believe (and surely hope) this movie will be a major player in the next Award Season. Below-the-line wins are pretty much guaranteed right now, but I hope it will get some love in above-the-line categories such as Direction and even Best Picture, perhaps to break stigmas presented agains this Fantasy/Sci-Fi genre in recent years at the academy. As a big fan of the genre, unless a better competitor will be released later this eligibility period, perhaps it's time for a movie like this to triumph once again.

Don't miss the opportunity to catch this movie on IMAX, since I believe it's an historic piece of epic-Fantasy/Sci-Fi cinema and a movie that will be remembered as a classic of the genre.
10/10
Masterpiece!
sghald28 February 2024
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This movie was an absolute masterpiece!

The first one was extremely good, and then Denis just blew me away with the sequel. I don't even know how many times I got the goosebumps; it was everything I hoped it would be.

The only two things that could have made me rate it a 9 instead of 10, would be:

1) the lack of vulnerability from Zendayas character. Would have loved to se her open up a bit more - especially around Paul - instead of almost only the tough impression she has going on.

2) The introduction and portraying of Emperor Shaddam could have been a bigger thing - like Baron Harkonnen and the way he is being portrayed.

I will gladly pay to watch it a second time in the theater, to be honest.

What an experience - LOVED IT - 10/10.
10/10
Dune. Part Two. A Masterpiece
hnkysww18 March 2024
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Dune: Part Two is one of the few movies that have ranked so high in a long time, as well as one of the best Science Fiction Movies Ever Made.

This movie takes us deeper into Arrakis, where after the murderous fall of House of Atreides led by the forces of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård) commanded by Lord Rabban (Dave Bautista) as seen in the first Dune Movie. In this second part, Paul (Timothee Chalamet) and Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), exposed by the Harkonnen after devastatingly losing their family... join forces with Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen, the local people of Arrakis long before The Harkonnen first arrived. Paul sets on a Journey to learn the ways of the desert, while Lord Rabban has full authoritarian control of Arrakis to boost the production of spice to its full capacity in order to gain full control of the planet. After Paul passes the most important lesson in the Fremen Training taught by Stilgar (Javier Bardem), he ascends Paul, and becomes Lisan Al-Gaib, the leader of their people with the duty of proving that he is the Fremen's last hope of taking back Arrakis and freeing the Fremen from battling with the Harkonnen. Paul learns that his power to predict the future has grown stronger. Lady Jessica after becoming the Reverend Mother of the Fremen, gets pregnant of a baby girl, to be Paul's Younger Sister. But it's not too long before Gurney Halleck (Josh Brolin) returns making a failed attempt to ambushing the Harkonnen in order to make them more vulnerable, Gurney makes his way towards the Fremen Camp, where he reunites with recently ascended Paul and Lady Jessica. As things happen in Arrakis, the Baron Vladimir Harkonnen requesta his psychotic nephew, Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) to join him on their same mission: Joining him and Lord Rabban to take Arrakis as their own, control it and then kill the last three known members of House of Atreides along with the Fremen once and for all in order to dominate Arrakis with the full production of spice by their side. As The Fremen plan their strategy to ambush the Harkonnen, the Emperor (Christopher Walken) and his Daughter, the Princess Irulan (Florence Pugh) learn that Paul Atreides is alive after suppossing that the attempt to murdering Paul, Lord Rabban succeeded in taking him out along with every single member of the House of Atreides during the House's fall. The Emperor, Princess Irulan along with their fleet, make their way to Arrakis in order to take out Paul Atreides and boost the production of spice to gain control. But then, the Fremen, along with Paul and Gurney's help, roll the dice and take on the Emperor and the Harkonnen, after The Emperor was found responsible for the death of Duke Leto Atreides, he finds himself exposed and recently made more vulnerable. The Fremen; recently successful in the battle for their freedom against the Harkonnen, cheer up. Paul finds himself hungry for revenge against the Emperor but instead, has a deadly combat with Feyd-Rautha in which Paul eventually succeeds. Following his success, he is assigned to The Emperor's Throne, but since Paul wanted more, he doesn't express interest in sitting on it. He wanted power, freedom and mostly, avenge the death of his father and the fall of the House of Atreides. Princess Irulan begs Paul to spare his father's life in exchange of assigning herself to be Paul's wife. Action that leads to Paul's ultimate betrayal against Chani, which devastates her and leads her to leaving the Fremen Alliance. Paul, after seeing her walk away disappointed by this so-called betrayal act, Paul says absolutely nothing, then decides to make The Grand Move: Attack all the Great Houses after the exposure of The Emperor and the loss of his power, which we'll see in Dune: Part Three.
9/10
A, new, classic
amnatario3 March 2024
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Dune Part II is a highly acclaimed film. It solidified a narrative idea, a more focused and incisive language. It detached itself from the characters, dedicating itself to the story. A story certainly distant from the original film, but a solid and directed compass. The greatest praise to recognize passes through the almost six hours traveled where the feeling of anticipation for what lies ahead prevails. Dune finally emancipated itself from the dreamlike journey of Paul Muadhib Atreides (Harkonnen), generating a whole universe that will continue to attract the attention of fans of good cinema.
10/10
Lead them to paradise
notrends1 March 2024
I watched Dune: Part Two last night in my local IMAX theater and when the credits rolled i was simply left speechless, i didn't wanna leave this universe.

The first Dune movie changed the way i look at movies, i along with everyone else were counting the days until we could finally sit down and take in this new chapter.

It did not disappoint.

Dune: Part Two is a spiritual experience. An absolute spectacle which kept my heart beating out of my chest for most of it.

Every single aspect of this movie deserves a lot of praise, from the astonishing visuals to the earth-shattering score, but if i have to focus on one thing i would say the performances. Everyone brought everything they had to this movie, this was a labor of love. Zendaya was incredible, balancing out the strength of Chani with the fragility of falling in love with this outsider, Paul and Chani's love was earned throughout the movie, subtly.

Timothée was...phenomenal. Larger than life. Oscar worthy performance, the authority, the intensity, he rose up to the moment.

A once in a lifetime cinematic experience, tremendous, monumental.
9/10
One of the masterpieces
singhannantasingh2 March 2024
An astonishing & fascinating movie full of imaginaries which takes you to another world, based on the novel of Dune series (1965) authored by Frank Herbert and director of the movie is Denis Villeneuve. The movie plots from 10,000 years in the future which accommodates different entities with different powers no one has thought of. The Kingdom (House Harkonnen) who wants to collect spice (one of the dominant thing) by which they can raise non-identical powers to rule the world and the Arrakis are the ones who protects it. You will experience ways of wars from old to new techniques all at once. Also some discrete strategies of war not ever seen. Occasionally, it might get boring and mostly it will bombshell your thoughts. Each cast in the movie has acted deeply which delves you in it. The screening of the movie connects you with all the emotions intensely. Confusing if you are not in your state of mind. One of the masterpiece and can't wait for the next part. And do watch the 1st part of this series before watching it in theatres.
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10/10
Pure Respect for the Original Book
slash_db13 March 2024
Dune has got to be one of the hardest books to translate into a film. So much of the writing comes from within each characters head.

Watching Denis Villeneuve take every important detail and bring it to life was nothing short of pure wonder. You can really tell that Dune was one of his favourite stories. His visual direction, the breathtaking audio, the beautiful sets, and the top-tier acting are all big elements in the overall production... but sometimes there's there's something else beyond that. The passion that really shines through.

One of the best movies ever made. Period. Kudos to everyone involved in every aspect of the production. And a huge thank you to the studio for allowing these people to perform their craft to the best of their abilities.
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10/10
Wonderful cinematography
Nqewtrht1 March 2024
Dune Part 2 delivers the best sequel experience ever. Every aspect, from acting to story to music, is simply outstanding. While I'm a huge fan of Timothée, Austin's performance here is equally extraordinary. The storytelling is exquisite, immersing me visually more than Dune Part 1 ever did. As always, there are no words for Hans Zimmer's music. I've never paid this much attention to a movie before. Denis Villeneuve has truly outdone himself with this film, making it his best work yet. The casting is impeccable, leaving me eager for more. Thank you to everyone involved in creating this masterpiece. I eagerly anticipate Part 3.
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10/10
don't know what i just watched
andreestevaonunes8 March 2024
Man i could stay here talking about this movie for "as long as i breath". I can't even choose between part 1 and part 2 they are just unbeatable. The cinematography, the plot, especially the soundtrack and even the dressing made me move forward from my seat to appreciate even further the little details every beauty this masterpiece of film has. This really is Dark Knight and Empire Strikes Back of our generation which makes you speechless once you finish this movies, shout out to the person who said this. I'm already thinking about dressing as fyed-rautha for halloween, this harkonnens really have style when it comes to battle and clothing. Never have i watched a movie with such attention as i did with this one, can't wait for part 3 i shall be there.
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10/10
Almost Perfect down to the last detail
edleslieiv15 March 2024
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Being as someone who has never read the books, I found both movies very interesting and intriguing. The concept of another story about a tragic hero may seem boring and overused to some but this story, at least this movie saga, does it right. The first movie is perfect in setting up the events that take place in the second one. The filmography is spectacular, the sound design might be the best this year, and the acting is phenomenal too. The movie is 3 hours long but from the very start of the movie, you are on the edge of your seat. The scene in the coliseum-like venue might be my favorite sequence this year. And (spoiler) the end fight between Paul and the Harkonen fighter is great. I went into this movie with good expectations and left feeling more than satisfied and wanting more at the same time. All I hope is that there will at least be a Dune 3 after this.
10/10
The best movie experience of a lifetime
amirshayantavana6 March 2024
I have never written any reviews for a movie ever, but I must say Dune part 2 was the best movie I had the pleasure to watch in cinema. It was like they premiered the movie before and collected all the critics and mistakes they have done and then they remade the movie. It's that good. The acting, MUSIC, fight scenes, cinematography, the world building and the characters were well thought,everything was on point. I really don't know if they can top this with part 3 and if they do, this would be the best trilogy of all time. To anyone who wants to wait to watch it in their homes, just dont, this movie is crafted for IMAX. This is indeed peak cinema.
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10/10
Instant classic of our generation
zornitsabkirilova7 March 2024
As a reader and book lover must admit, that this movie is beyond and above. Paul Atreides character breathes and lives on screen thanks to the immense and outstanding talent of Timothee Chalamet - here is all that complexity, entangled revenge, sorrow, doubt, love, betrayal, self sacrifice and ambition, downfall of man and rising of a leader. Chalamet definitely would be remembered as the space prince turned warrior, his path through the desert from youthful man fighting his own gifts to a ruler of the galaxy challenging the great houses and fighting his way to the throne.

Apart from the mind blowing acting of the lead characters Villeneuve delivers the most beautiful and breathtaking visuals that contribute to the powerful, heartbreaking, epic deliverance of the story along with the Hans Zimmer masterpiece of a music. Main theme makes you feel the underlying sorrow, the unconditional value of freedom, even above love, the sacrifice ultimate power demands.

Dune is not just for sci fi lovers, it is a cinematic experience with layers of messages, it is epic tale for war and love, for great houses and blood lines, an instant classic ..
10/10
Captivating
michaelthornton-499062 March 2024
Absolutely stunning film and story this is film making at its best, this is where Hollywood should be not trying to brainwash audiences but just telling amazing stories with brilliant performances from all the actors. From edge of your seat fight scenes with brilliant choreography, to passion you can't feel between characters. And of course bringing drama and emotion excellent work by Hanz Zimmer on the sound track.

Disney take notes this is the expectations the people have of genre like Star Wars Change your direction remake and remould what you have messed up but do not presume you will make money by buying up brands and twisting it to be an agenda you will lose again to classics like Dune.
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4/10
Doesn't make sense
steveantonchuk3 March 2024
This whole movie takes place in the spam of a few months?

So much happens, it's just not rational. Was that changed just to avoid carrying a kid to play Alia?

The look of the film is again amazing. Denis V really knows how to make a visual masterpiece. But there was an awful lot of posing in cinematic ways. It got a bit silly, to be truthful.

Also the language was annoying. Subtitles for half the movie? For a made up language? Just speak English so your audience is more involved. Everyone I was with said the same thing. I watch subtitled foreign films, but this was just pure vanity.

So, be prepared for lots of long shots of desert with loud chanting, gorgeous scenery, and a plot that almost makes sense.
9/10
It is right up there with THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and BLADE RUNNER. Warning: Spoilers
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I am the first to admit that I am not a Duniac, a term I use to affectionately refer to the die-hard fans of Frank Herbert's novels, and the 1984 film version made by David Lynch, so I come to Denis Villeneuve's adaptation with a more critical eye than many. I've tackled Herbert's original novel twice, once in paperback, and the other a few years ago by listening to a bootlegged audio version online. I found it a fascinating read, as Frank Herbert could rival Tolkien when it comes to rigorous world building, but its story could also be dense to the point that it was frustrating at times as the author packed a lot of themes into his story, with the power of religious fanaticism and the horrors of imperialism being the foremost of them. Though no one brings up now in our culturally fraught times, Herbert cited the life of Mohammad as one of his primary influences, that is true, but I also see the influence of the life of T. E, Lawrence in the story as well. It was a book that took the science fiction genre to another level, giving it an epic scope on a par with the great works of fantasy, and in the process, developing a rabid fan base, especially among teenagers who became totally invested in the story of Paul Atreides, the young hero, a fallen prince from a royal house who rises again as the leader of the oppressed Fremen on the desert planet of Arrakis, leading them into a holy war. And though its many fans longed for an epic big screen adaptation, they had to admit that those who said it was "unfilmable" had a point. The Lynch film has a lot going for it, and in many ways, truly captures Herbert's vision, but it is also a film hobbled by a story far too big to be told in even a three hour running time. In short, it was a film whose reach exceeded its grasp.

Villeneuve wisely broke the book into two parts, with DUNE: PART ONE, covering the first part of Herbert's novel, which was heavy on set-up, introducing us to the House Atreides and their bitter enemies, the House Harkonnen, with the former taking possession of the planet Arrakis, the only source of "spice," a drug that is essential to expanding mental abilities and navigating space travel, culminating with the betrayal of Paul's father to the Harkonnens', and Paul and his mother fleeing to and finding safety among the Fremen. In DUNE: PART TWO, Villeneuve really cuts loose, giving us an epic war film, as a reluctant Paul embraces his destiny and leads his adopted people against their oppressors in a series of staggering set piece action scenes that are on level with the best of anything done by James Cameron or Christopher Nolan. Armies and machines clash in battles that consume the screen, but Villeneuve doesn't forget the inner struggles and the wars of wills waged by Paul as he is pulled in different directions by Chani, Stilgar, and his mother. In nearly every scene, something is to be gained or lost; some pivotal path is set before a character, with consequences most dire no matter the direction. This is great film making on every level, including a great musical score by Hans Zimmer. I think Villeneuve's greatest achievement is that he does really master the density of Herbert's book (something I don't think Lynch quite pulled off), and makes us understand who the Bene Gesserits' are, why the Water of Life is important, and just what a Kwisatz Haderach means. And he truly nails it when it comes to the giant sand worms of Arrakis, the iconic creatures of the story, making them awesome monsters without letting the CGI overpower.

Timothee Chalamet, who at first glance appears to be too skinny to be a lead in a big scifi action story, really proves himself in this role as a young man who must ultimately accept a fate as awful as it is glorious. Rebecca Ferguson is a perfect Lady Jessica, whose love for her son is always her one true motive. Javier Bardem makes Stilgar, the leader of the Fremen who becomes Paul's most fervent acolyte, a vivid presence, and Zendaya is properly loving and fierce as Chani, Paul's great love among the Fremen. Among those joining the cast in PART TWO is Christopher Walken and Florence Pugh, as the Emperor and his daughter, Princess Irulan, who narrates the film. I wish they'd given Walken a little more to do, since he is a treat in any film in which he appears, but just having him show up gives his character so much weight. But for me, the big plus in this film is the Harkonnen clan, as nasty a group of shaven headed villains as you'd ever want to see. Stellan Skarsgard, with his dead stare and raspy voice, makes Baron Vladimir an awesome monster, one who somehow fills the shoes of the great Kenneth McMillan, who played the part with such wonderful grotesqueness in Lynch's film. Dave Bautista's Rabbin has a great moment fighting an attacking Fremen on the ladder of a fleeing thopter. But the real scene stealer is Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha, a treacherous little sadist who is a big threat, and whose knife fight showdown with Paul is the big climax of the film. Josh Brolin and Charlotte Rampling return in their roles as Gurney Halleck and The Reverend Mother, but where is Stephen McKinley Henderson's Thufir Hawat? The mentats seemingly disappeared from the first film, along with some other of Herbert's subplots.

So if I am not as huge a fan of the books as some, I must truly salute DUNE: PART TWO for just being a great piece of film making, not to mention a science fiction fantasy epic right up there with THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and BLADE RUNNER. It proves that if they get creators with great vision and understanding, Hollywood can still turn out great blockbusters that bring us back to the theater. That's how they did it back in the day, and it still is true now.
10/10
Wow, already a classic
tkissling10 March 2024
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Wow, what a movie. Denis Villeneuve is in my opinion just one of th most giftet directers / writers of our time.

I'am sure, that this movie (or part 1 and 2) have already earned their place in the ranks of the best movies of all times (like about the Lord of the rings 20 years before.

As someone who read the Dune and saw all the earlier iterations of the material, i can say that this is very true to books and a very good adaptation of the source material.

This movie has everything i like in a movie. The visual and audible style are top notch. The Screenplay is superb. The Actors are perfect for their roles.

Is this movie to long with almost 3 hours? No, i don't think so. It's densly packed with story and has a good balance to let the scenes brief without getting self indulgent. It actually felt more like 120 minutes, as it was captivating from start to finish.
10/10
An intense journey that takes you by the guts...
valmont170229 February 2024
When Part One took your eyes and marveled your every sense with sheer power, Part Two takes you by the guts and makes your heart vibrate intensely !

Similarly to the first one, the lore and visuals are purely stunning and mesmerizing to the infinite... The way all the characters are depicted and developed is masterfully efficient...

Never a movie had given so much depth to such an iconic fresco that is rich of highly layered characters and storylines !... The message as well as the journey is more than rewarding on countless levels...

Definitely a true gem of cinematic art that is gonna marvel many.
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10/10
Can't wait for dune messiah
spidergeorge-496542 March 2024
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I think I'll have to watch this again to decide if it's the best movie but I can say it's way better than the first movie

I have read the book and it is very close to being like it apart from Usul (Paul) had a sister in the book and she killed the baron Vladimir harkonnen whereas in the movie she wasn't even born.

Feyd Rautha vs Paul was amazing but I really would have liked it to go on for just a bit longer

The scene with the 3 sandworms and the fremen riding them was amazing and when Paul called the grandfather sandworm Shai-Hulud I got really interested although I already was.

I did feel like the emperor maybe could have had some more screen time but I also think he had enough and Paul and Princess Irulan will now rule the galaxy together.

Very excited for dune messiah aswell.
10/10
INSANELY GOOD!!
walkerschindler26 February 2024
Incredibly grateful to have seen this as it was released! Feels like I got to see Star Wars or Lord of the Rings on opening night!! Absolutely stunning!

I read the books and fell in love! After the first movie I was so happy that Denis Villeneuve did the book justice and prayed that the second would live up to it. It exceeded it by far. I genuinely have no complaints. Despite knowing what was going to happen from reading the books I was on the edge of my seat still questioning the outcome of fight scenes.

The casting was spot on, the music was incredible, the visuals were insane, and the cinematography was legendary. I can't wait to see more in the next film.
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9/10
Just wow!
rassrbasse28 February 2024
This is one of the best if not the best sci fi movies ive ever seen, sure it felt a bit rushed but it ticked every box for me as far as sci fi movies go. The scale of the film, fantastic worldbuilding and all of the cast were just amazing. I absolutely love the raw and gritty portrail of the world, it felt real, like that this could actually be a possible future for humanity. As i mentioned before it felt a bit rushed sometimes but that is to be expected when you make a movie adaptation of a book so that did not bother me that much. I do however believe that this film needs to be rated R in order for it to reach its fullest potential. Showing a bit more realism in the battles etc would have made this a 10/10 for me. However the action was still great and the final fight scene was so f*in good.
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10/10
A masterpiece in sci-fi cinema
collinfmayo-921441 March 2024
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THE STORY: Dune is one of the most complex, ambitious, and incredible stories ever written. Its vast plot lines, characters, and lore make for a story so intriguing and epic that by 2 films, it's already competing with the likes of Star Wars. Part Two expands on everything Part One sets up and more. There's more at stake, more to unpack, and more to set up (but in the best way). The addition of new characters, more lore, and an epic set up for the future make this both a worthy conclusion of the first chapter and an incredible set up for what's to come.

"This is only the beginning." - Chani

MY FAVORITE CHARACTERS (LADY JESSICA): Lady Jessica was an easy 2nd favorite of mine when it came to the characters. Like Paul, (which I'll go into later), her character grows so much from part one. She's so much more of a villain this round, and it made all of her interactions with Paul and the cast so unnerving and unsettling. The Bene Gesserit are such an interesting collection of people, and their mystique is displayed perfectly. You can never tell where Jessica or any of them align, making for some of the most interesting scenes.

"You chose the wrong side." - Lady Jessica

MY FAVORITE CHARACTERS (FEYD RAUTHA): Feyd Rautha is such a brutal villain. Austin Butler is the best possible casting for this, though I also think Bill Skarsgård would've done great too. Though he has limited screen time, Austin as Feyd brings such a menacing presence to the screen. I'd honestly link him up with some of the greats like Heath Ledger's Joker, JK Simmons's Terence Fletcher, and Anthony Hopkins's Hannibal Lector. He carries each and every scene he's in.

"Kiss my feet!" - Feyd Rautha

MY FAVORITE CHARACTERS (PAUL ATREIDES): Paul Atreides goes from predictable protagonist in Part One to something so much more complex in Part Two. Going from doing whatever guides his heart to doing whatever benefits the wellbeing of the universe, Paul ascends far above hero level. Paul isn't a hero in this, he's literally a messiah. He does what is needed for the benefit of all, not just those he cares for. Dennis translates Paul's "anti-hero" character so well in fact, that Paul has risen to be one of favorite protagonists in all of literature.

"Lead them to Paradise." - Paul Atreides

MY THOUGHTS: I knew this was going to surpass part one, but I didn't know by how much. Dune: Part Two is genuinely one of the best movies I've ever seen. Like I mentioned in my first review, it's one of few films that I truly think deserves the word perfection. It's a masterpiece in both sci-fi and in general. It's one of the greatest science fiction films ever made, akin to the likes of The Empire Strikes Back and 2001: A Space Odyssey. It'll stand the test of time, and it'll be brought up in conversations decades down the road. I know I'm still in the Dune hype zone, but truly, this is one of the best things I've seen in a theater. If not top 5, it's AT LEAST a guaranteed top 10. Never will I recommend a film more...than Dune: Part Two.

This is cinema. This is perfection. Yes, I'm glazing this film, and "Long live the fighters." - Paul Atreides.
5/10
Confusing and needs context and back story!
fsogfan29 February 2024
Dune 1 & 2 can be confusing. They spent a lot of time teaching cast members how to speak Fremen (a made up language) and how to walk without rhythm to avoid worms but they totally forgot to provide context or back story for the films.

So before watching DUNE 1 and 2, watch David Lynch's 1984 DUNE Extended version (a little campy but fun) and/or read the book DUNE or at least the Wikipedia page. Also before DUNE 3, watch Children of Dune 2003.

Some factoids from DUNE 1984: In 6041, the universe was ruled by thinking machines and humanity became apathetic and eventually became enslaved to these machines. A religious revolt freed humanity from the machines and forced humans to develop their minds.

As the movie opens, it is the year 10,192 and the known universe is ruled by the Padishah Emperor Shaddam IV. Each major planet is ruled by the great houses of the Landsraad and their members are part of the royal families. They follow an ancient feudal system of government.

Only two mental training programs remain. The Bene Gesserit sisterhood for females with their selective breeding program to produce the Kwisatz Haderach (the Super Being) as foretold in a Fremen prophecy. The other is the Spacing Guild which emphasizes pure math and with the orange spice melange produced on the planet DUNE (aka Arrakis), their space navigators are able to fold space to almost instantly transport objects with their minds which gives them an economic monopoly in the universe. The spice melange extends life, expands consciousness and is vital for space travel and must continue to flow.

Two royal houses have been mortal enemies for centuries--House Atreides on planet Caladan ruled by Duke Leto Atreides and House Harkonnen (a ruthless and sadistic people) on planet Giedi Prime ruled by Baron Vladimir Harkonnen.

The CHOAM company under the Emperor controls mining of the spice melange on DUNE. The Bene Gesserit and the Spacing Guild are silent partners of CHOAM. The Emperor is fearful of Duke Leto's popularity among the Landsraad and has conspired with Baron Harkonnen to eliminate the Duke and his family. The Emperor has transferred the spice mining contract from House Harkonnen to House Atreides forcing the Duke to relocate his household to Arrakis (DUNE) and become more vulnerable.

The Bene Gesserit sisters can read minds, have powers of telepathy and are able to mutate with the water of life. They are trained in a method of hand to hand combat called the WEIRDING WAY and they're able to influence behavior using the VOICE.

DUNE 1 & 2 follow the Fremen prophecy of the Kwisatz Haderach (the Super Being who is the hand of God). He will bring peace to war, love to hatred and will free the Fremens and change the desert climate on Arrakis.
10/10
Better than in my head than when I read it 30 years ago
Johnson-898982 March 2024
That Sums it up for me... i have not seen a movie yet that did an original book justice let alone surpass my imagination. The creators of theses two movies did just that. They visually and sonically expressed the story better than my mind could while reading it.

I understand you cannot put the complete story and world building in just 2,5 hours but. But even so the essence remaines and keeps the story going.

Dune elevates the art of book-to-film adaptations, a rare feat in capturing the essence of Frank Herbert's intricate universe. The meticulous craftsmanship extends to the characters, portrayed with depth and nuance. The cinematography is breathtaking, capturing the desolate beauty of Arrakis and the grandeur of its political intrigues. Hans Zimmer's score intensifies the emotional resonance, creating an immersive experience. Performances, especially from the stellar cast, bring authenticity to iconic characters.

I walked out of the cinema buzzing and wowed 30 minutes ago, still am. That only happened twice before. I guess its in my top three :)
10/10
It delivers
yacoubp-826466 March 2024
After part 1... a little underwhelmed, with fingers crossed, was hoping for better, always comparing to the original movie from the 80's, and oh my god did it deliver, yes, absolutely, rooted for every minute

Images stuck in my head, almost akin to watching 'A New Hope' when I was kid, I know that is some comparison, but it is truly warranted

The vastness of the terrain, the beauty of the cast, probably too beautiful, but hey its a film!!

Some of the scenes, especially the arena, are just jaw dropping,

Truly a film for the generation, never reviewed or even commented ever, but this really is an epic movie, setting a new benchmark!
10/10
Intense AF
kangaboyclothing1 March 2024
Whoa! If you miss this at the cinema you missed it! That might be the most intense cinema experience I've ever had, and I'm a VMax cinema fanatic. It's violent, it's very dark, don't let your kids watch it if you got common sense. The huge dark Islamic influence made me feel very uneasy, it makes it a sci-fi thriller for me, verging on horror. Very sinister and sadistic and demonic, very dark indeed. But it is movie making cinema brilliance, quite Amazing. It's for that reason I will probably take myself to this cinema experience a second time. The Big Cinema Experiences seem few and far between these days, so I make the most of them. 10/10.
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10/10
Got my heart racing!
christineraikk2 March 2024
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It almost never happens, but Paul's fight with Feyd-Rautha actually raised my heartbeat, and that was despite knowing how it would pan out! Music was sublime, and definitely a step up even from the masterwork that Hans Zimmer cooked up for the first part. Acting was impeccable from the whole cast, the action scenes were a joy to behold, and the CGI is simply on par with the best looking films out there. It is an instant classic, and Denis Villeneuve deserves all the plaudits he will inevitably receive, alongside the incredible crew of course! Definitely one for the big screen, unmissable, and a truly unforgettable experience... Timothée Chalamet is a revelation in this film, his acting is simply incredible, he fills every single scene he is in to its absolute brim with his presence. Rebecca Fergus on, Zendaya and Javier Bardem are also an absolute delight to watch. Having watched the Part 1 reissue a couple of weeks back meant I was up to date and I could enjoy the plot to the fullest. I shall be starting with the books soon enough and I already can't wait for the following film. Mr. Villeneuve, I sincerely feel like you spoiled us with this film. Bravo.
2/10
Ugh - The Tedium
statuskuo22 March 2024
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SO absolutely fed up with the sycophants and people who feel they NEED to love this film, when it is a weak carbon of everything fantasy movie before it. Yet they dogged on "John Carter" Syndicated reviewers pretend they haven't seen a movie in the last 20 decades. And it is all so tiring. Had any of you watched ANY "Star Wars" and any spinoffs you'd know how derivative this movie is. It's tedious slog through a battle no one cares about.

And yet, it was writer Frank Herbert who most likely influenced Lucas and Verhoeven and Ridley Scott and so forth. Fine. Give him that credit. But Denis Villenueve is no where near them. Blasting horns and rumbling desert Earth does not make it a intellectual's fever dream. This is BORING. Yes...get it through your heads, this is BORING. And most of you are too afraid to tell your friends that. This is that movie where you have to like it or you're dumb. That's how they make you feel.

Any way, 1984 "Dune" still holds up the best. It doesn't have to extend these worlds into part "Gladiator" part "Star Wars" part "Galaxy Quest" Ugh.

Also, Austin Butler's villain character is laughably stupid. He beats people in an arena where he is shielded to win. Then when they are injured, he decides to drop the shield. He is a weak character. Not frightening in the least. You could slap his face and he'd drop the blades. Horrible and laughable.

Stop pretending you're smart. Take a step back and ask yourself what you just watched. The answer is: nothing. Go ahead, think about it.
10/10
As expected
reetikrana4 March 2024
Dennis did his job well. Cinematographer Greig Fraser went next level. The second part is much more better than the part I. And yeah, the music is so sensational and chilling. The main theme brings goosebumps. Hans Zimmer the legend. This movie is meant to be seen in cinema houses. IMAX would be much more interesting. The first half of the movie is slow paced, not slow-slow but political, and then after the intermission is where it gets bombed. Paul aka Timothee really played his character well. I never imagined this guy could handle action sequences. Overall, the movie is must watch. Can't wait for 3rd part.
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8/10
Good but anticlimactic
Honeyforddave1133 March 2024
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Overall it's a great film with some amazing sound and visuals, but a 2+ hour build up to the end fight didn't feel worth it.

There's too much time spent on people debating whether Paul is the one who was promised and not enough on actual character development. Most performances were great but some a little flat.

Glad to see the return on Gurney but it felt thrown in and not like a huge deal which was a shame. Austin Butler gave a good performance and his character was interesting but hardly used.

The best scenes were those where the Fremen disrupted Spice production but the end fight was very anticlimactic. A very brief scene shows Paul planning the attack on the Emperor's forces, I thought this would lead to an extended action sequence but about 30 seconds of fighting is shown and some worms. Felt rushed which was a shame as it could have been amazing to see the Fremen actually fight.

I would still highly recommend this film, however I think the hype around it raised my expectations too much (looking forward to part 3)
9/10
From a guy who is not usually into sci-fi...
malaway18 March 2024
...this was an amazing experience to witness in the cinema.

Besides these Villeneuve-directed Dune films, when it comes to sci-fi I've only ever liked the original Star Wars, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and the Blade Runner films - the ladder also directed by Villeneuve.

What makes Dune (and especially this sequel) stand out from those other sci-fi classics is that these Dune films have so much more 'edge'.

It's like the story, the sound and the visuals (oh my, the visuals!) just hits you and cuts through you with their force of impact ...and it feels amazing.

Did I like part one of Dune? Yes!

Did I like part two of Dune even more? Yes!

Am I beyond excited for part three of Dune? Yes!!!

So from a guy who has only liked about 5 sci-fi films before these, I wholeheartedly recommend these incredible films for those who might think they look a bit too much sci-fi.

If you love sci-fi I feel like these films may go down as being considered the best ever - undoubtedly mentioned in those lines by sci-fi geeks (endearingly meant) for the rest of time.
9/10
Stupendous
dustinjohson26 March 2024
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A Holy War begins....

This film was truly spectacular and was even better than the first. We learn a lot more about the family bloodline of Paul Atreides, which comes as a great shock to the viewers. The cinematography, sounds, visuals and almost every aspect of the film was executed to perfection.

One again Timothy Chalamet plays a great role, I will certainly be watching this film again, and I thoroughly look forward to the trilogy. Dennis Villeneuve is a genius and I expect this film to be nominated for a vast amount of awards. Great individual performances also from Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya and the list goes on.
10/10
Blew me away
babyblue-4241826 February 2024
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Despite its long run-time, I was on the edge of my seat for most of this film. The action, the drama, the character development, even the romance! It was all incredible. See it on the largest screen possible to maximize the viewing experience. Timothee Chalamet was perfect as Paul. It's hard to believe the sweet boy from the first Dune was able to transform into the Muad Dib, but he did completely. Zendaya was fierce as Chani and Austin Butler chewed the scenery as Feyd-Rautha. I can't wait to see it again, and I eagerly await new of the filming of Messiah. But I first I guess I better read it!
5/10
Overrated: Part Two
AdrenalinDragon2 March 2024
I didn't care for Dune: Part One all that much and found it very boring. Dune: Part Two is slightly better than Part One, but not by much. Didn't really think it's all that visually impressive, although the sequences that were in black and white stood out a bit more. The biggest problem I have with it honestly is I just don't care about the characters or the outcome of the story. Even the world of Dune isn't that exciting to me.

Half of the movie was just groups of people walking through a desert, and it got tedious and dull. Everything else was kind of meh at best or you've already seen it done in other franchises already. Some of the music and performances were fine, but yeah the way this ends means they'll probably be a third one. I've been super disappointed with the hype for this franchise.

5/10.
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10/10
Stunning and now surpassing Star Wars
milkybrew8 March 2024
Never thought a story could throw me so deeply in love with a sci-fi universe likes the Dune franchise now has.

For me growing up, Star Wars was always my go to sci-fi franchise and I never thought it could be topped but the Dune films have surpassed George Lucas's universe for me. Arrakis comes to life in the second film as Paul's story is flushed out in depth, with the plot of the second film now making it feel like Arrakis is a real place in our time I so desperately want to visit, this film is breathtakingly beautiful in every aspect of its visual production. And with another masterclass in movie scoring by Hans Zimmer, this is a must watch for any sci-fi fan.
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10/10
I am shook
scoutnell2 March 2024
Phenomenal from start to finish. I was absolutely taken aback by the sheer production value. The acting will sweep all awards. Action and suspense that will leave you on the edge of your seat. A battle of decisions that hold such weight. Time after time I had chills from a beautiful shot or a moving line. The cinematography is something that will be looked at as the peak for a long time. My expectations and hopes were high, then I saw great reviews so my expectations got even higher, yet they were still surpass. Best experience. Perfect scene after scene after scene. Thank you so much to all involved who took us in the amazing story of Dune and created the masterpiece.
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7/10
Visually stunning but a bit slow
fabio-4516515 March 2024
Excellent visuals, great cast and very close to the book. That's something already rare in today's movies... but not enough for me to shout at a miracle. The defect of the movie is the pace: slow and self indulgent, at least 20-30 minutes longer than needed. Another weak point from my perspective is the almost completely absence of meaningful dialogues and epic lines. I always felt a movie that doesn't have at least 3 to 5 lines to be recalled as soon as you're out of the theater, it's not a great movie. That said, the experience was pleasant even if long and the photography is more enjoyable on big screen.
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10/10
This is why we go to the movies!
parksiet3 March 2024
Dune Part Two left me speechless. This is a cinematic experience I won't soon forget.

This is why we go to the movies.

Words cannot describe it.

But here goes:

Monumental

Colossal

Powerful

Epic

Thoughtful

Haunting

Exceptional

Staggering

Transcendent

Absorbing

Immersive

Unreal

Gnarly

Crazy

Audacious

Ambitious

Visceral

Technically immaculate

Gorgeous

Emotional

Profound

I truly don't think there is anything I can say that would do this movie justice. It's both high art and a massive blockbuster. I'll never know what it was like to see The Empire Strikes Back when it first opened in theaters but I imagine Dune 2 comes close. A staggering leap forward from what came before it while also feeling significantly more personal. Brilliant, huge, revolutionary sci-fi. This movie is a generational masterpiece. We are so lucky to be alive to witness this movie. I have never seen anything quite like it before. For years to come, we will all talk about the wonder we experienced when watching this for the first time.

Dune Part Two was vindicating. Like, less than five minutes into it, I sunk into my seat and thought "Ok, it's somehow different (and better) than I imagined." It kept that energy the whole film! My mind is scrambled with thoughts, so this review might be all over the place, but regardless the main takeaway is GO SEE DUNE 2! It's the cinematic event of our generation. Believe all the hype you see. It is the realization of everything I've ever dreamed genre filmmaking can accomplish, we haven't had a genre film quite on this level since The Lord of the Rings (or maybe ever). Within the first ten minutes, I knew we were within masterpiece territory. Once we got to the montage with Paul and Chani set to Zimmer's "A Time of Quiet Between the Storms" (my personal favourite scene in the movie), I knew the bar had been raised. And by the time we got to the third act, well, I can't even describe the feelings of excitement I had! The third act of Dune Part Two is perhaps the most staggering thing I've ever seen on a screen. I was in tears - I've never experienced anything quite like it in a cinema before! Dune Part Two is truly something special - it is the kind of blockbuster epic we don't see Hollywood make very often these days, and that is worth cherishing. I spent most of Dune Part Two slack-jawed in sheer awe of what was on screen in front of me. This movie is soul-shattering, and yet so exciting!

As I was watching the movie I realized in the moment I was likely witnessing cinematic history unfold before me - this film is a generational masterpiece on the level of The Godfather, Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars and of course The Lord of the Rings. This movie raises the bar to a whole new level - this film stands head and shoulders about 95% of current Hollywood production. I feel so lucky to have experienced a film on this level.

Denis Villeneuve's vision is on spectacular display in Dune Part Two, a bold journey that dives deep into the colliding tragedy of love and destiny. The visual language and soundscape are mesmerizing. You could feel the weight of this world sink in. The ensemble of Dune Part Two is wondrous, especially Zendaya and Rebecca Ferguson, who command the screen and communicate so much with a single look. Timothée Chalamet totally raises the bar with his intriguing buildup of character, and Austin Butler relishes in sheer insanity. Everyone involved, from Hans Zimmer and his mesmerizing score, to Joe Walker and his terrific editing, deliver some of their most incredible work. Greig Fraser's cinematography, however, eclipses everything. The way his images characterize the world of Dune is absolutely breathtaking and the meticulous arrangement makes every single shot look like paintings with which I would gladly cover every centimetre of my walls.

Dune Part Two is a colossal action epic. The battle sequences don't take up a large chunk of time, but when they arrive, they're incredible. That final standoff between Paul and Feyd... tense doesn't even begin to describe it. This is a beast of a film, rewarding in both the thrilling setpieces and rich allegory. Denis Villeneuve's eye for action and iconography blends for a nearly flawless blockbuster, and an unforgettable cinematic experience. This is a transcendent cinematic masterpiece that demands to be experienced on the largest screen possible. Denis Villeneuve has created one of the best sequels of all time. One of the greatest sci-fi films of all time. Hell - one of the greatest films of all time. This is the Lawrence of Arabia of science-fiction epics.

Dune Part Two is triumphant. A masterpiece that has to be seen to be believed. I never wanted this to end. Denis Villeneuve has crafted a brilliant, bleak, and meaningful epic that further proves he's a master of his craft. This is a sequel that takes everything that was great from the first film and somehow manages to improve upon it. And I LOVED the first film. Villeneuve has a deep understanding of Frank Herbert's iconic novel. He understands the world, tone, characters, and ideas, and yet still makes changes where necessary that I found to improve upon the book. Even more immense than the first, but much more intimate - Denis Villeneuve manages to streamline the more alienating second half of the book into a riveting, action-packed epic. For me, the whole occupies a rarified place alongside The Lord of the Rings as the definitive version of a seminal text. I think Denis Villeneuve, along with Peter Jackson, is one of the very few filmmakers to ultimately improve upon the source material. It's a too-rare blockbuster with proper meat on the bone - practically a satire of religious fanaticism at points.

So rarely does blockbuster filmmaking feel this personal. You can feel Villeneuve's touch on every frame. It doesn't behave like a typical blockbuster at all. To be honest my favourite aspect of Dune Part Two is how aggressively "anti-blockbuster" it is. Every aspect of the standard Chosen One narrative here is filled with portent and dread. The movie doesn't want Paul to become the One. Once he does, even the "epic final battle" intentionally feels wrong. This is kind of the hallmark of a great sequel: Upend the audience's expectations and make them feel defeated. It is bleak - perhaps one of the most bleak blockbusters I've ever seen from a major Hollywood studio. You leave the movie feeling very somber. The film also handles its themes and characters with intent and complexity; themes of religious fanaticism, imperialism, colonialism, cultural appropriation, the hero myth exposed, the dangers of a messiah complex, fate vs free will, revenge, and ecology.

Dune Part Two is an astonishing sci-fi epic that surpasses Part One in every single way. Denis Villeneuve has realized his dream of adapting Frank Herbert's masterwork to the big screen with the depth and scale it deserves in a tour de force we rarely see anymore. Truly in awe of all its craft from top to bottom and the perfect cast who bring these characters to vivid life. Timothée Chalamet gives one of his most captivating performances to date, certainly his darkest. He commands the screen like never before. Zendaya is the heart of the movie, while Austin Butler relishes in playing pure psychotic evil. But the scariest performance of all might be Javier Bardem who perfectly captures the novel's dangerous message of fundamentalism.

In the end, Dune Part Two is a remarkable work of art. It's everything I want from cinema and sets a new standard for what we should expect from our blockbusters. It absolutely blew away my expectations and I can't wait to see it again. I don't have the words to accurately describe just how much I adore this movie. It transports you to a world of pure immersion for 3 hours and the performances are life-altering. I may see this 10 times in theatres. I can't stop thinking of how much I love Dune Part Two and how it fills me with gratitude for what cinema means to me. This is what the movies were made for. This reminds me of why I love movies. We don't get films this good as often as we ought to, so savour it. Never has a movie transported me to another planet like Dune Part Two. It is as immersive of an experience as I have ever had in the theatre and will go down as one of my all-time favourite cinematic experiences. I hope everyone gets an opportunity to see this on the biggest screen possible. There is truly nothing else like it. I LOVE this movie. Not only is Dune Villeneuve's magnum opus; it's the definitive sci-fi epic of a generation. A tragic tale of blind fanaticism and corruption. A spectacular, soulful, awe-inspiring masterclass of aesthetics and mood beautifully echoing Paul's turbulent journey, that left me utterly speechless! I can't believe we are lucky enough to have a movie like this! It left me with this beautiful feeling that I had just experienced something truly special. I teared up realizing that Villeneuve's Dune is real, that I got to see it, and it's a masterpiece.

There is before Dune Part Two and there is after Dune Part Two. I don't know if the world is ready for this movie. It is gnarly. It is crazy. It is audacious. It doesn't hold back. Wow. I can't believe it exists. But it does. And it's here! Bring on Dune Messiah!

Long live the fighters.

Long live Denis Villeneuve.

Long live cinema.
10/10
What a great masterpiece
patrickmacmanus-810862 March 2024
That was a "once in a lifetime" event! A great movie! I think, I will be watching in cinema for a second time🙏🏻😊 The acting is really great, and also the progress of the character. I never think the movie was too long, time passing by, it feels never so long. There are also breathtaking thrilling moments. The effects are marvelous! Costumes fits perfectly!

What can I say else? I'm waiting for a very long time to see a movie like this, in the last month's (maybe year) I watched very less movies, because there is not so much too see, that don't feel like trash. I want more films like this one. Hi to cinema! Watch it!

You will not regret.
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10/10
The saviour of Hollywood
liav160925 March 2024
Ohh boy how I missed movies like this in these days.

Finally movies that worth watching and waiting for.

I thought the 1st one was so good, but Dune 2? What an absolotely Masterpiece.

The acting from every actor / actress was phenominal, could feel thet tension and feeling from each of them.

The Skarsgård family are awesome, top level acting.

The CGI was beautiful, it looked so good, the worms are frightning and the whole "sandy" area / colors makes you feel like youre inside the movie, especially if watching it in IMAX.

I really hope the 3rd movie will be top level like this first two, I know its hard but I put my trust.

PS: Im not a fan of the games nor the books, never played the game or watched the old movies.

But now I do. :D.
8/10
The chosen one
fpyssel3 March 2024
The movie has everything most critics of the previous instalment ask for. More action.

Everything is still very beautifully done. Life on Arrakis seemed tough but it never felt unrealistic to me. All the creatures and settings seemed real which really helped with the immersion. The scenes on Geadi Prime was done so well.

The performances of the actors were also suburb. Timothee and Zendaya turned in the best performances I have seen them in and Rebecca Fergusson also puts in a Stellar performance. Javiar was my favourite though and he completely sold me on his blind faith.

Hans Zimmer's score is amazing as always.

I don't know what exactly it was, but I couldn't get as immersed in the world this time round as in part one. Maybe the hype of the movie spoiled it for me.

I strongly suggest people watch this in IMAX Laser.
10/10
A Cinematic Masterpiece!
rohitthakur-rafa1 March 2024
Christopher Nolan described the film as Denis' The Empire Strikes Back and once you see the film, you understand why... It's an absolute cinematic masterpiece! A film that stuns you with its cinematography, gives you goosebumps with its music and leaves you in awe with its performances.

Denis Villeneuve's filmography and how it gets better with every film is simply remarkable, and probably he's got the best one yet with Dune Part Two. His sense of direction and his vision for the film and franchise is beyond anything and it shows... you can see the grandiosity, and yet the stillness in so many of the scenes.

The story (for those who aren't aware) keeps getting bigger as it progresses, and the film keeps levelling up! The silence is golden because then the shots can speak more than the dialogue. There are also scenes which amp you up like nothing else.

Alongside that ride, is Grieg Fraser with the best cinematography you can see on the big screen, especially the IMAX screen. Every frame is a treat to watch, the details, the scenes, everything. There's no small or big scene here, everything is a cinematic experience, the still scenes and the magnanimous moments.

Timothee Chalamet is showcasing his best work here and we aren't talking about it enough already... There's a stillness, and stoicism in his performance, but also ferocity and hunger, the combination of elements that bring out the best of him on the screen and elevate his performance.

While Zendaya's role seemed more of a supporting one, rather than a lead one, it is an important role where much of her performance is through her eyes more than anything else... and there's so much power in that.

You cannot talk about Dune Part Two and not talk about Rebecca Ferguson, her command over her character and the power-packed performance she has delivered, you're in awe every time she's on screen.

Javier Bardem, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken, and Josh Brolin are all exceptional... but there's another standout name that yet again delivers brilliantly, Austin Butler. What a scene-stealer! His voice, his look, his personality, a fiery role in this already exceptional cast.

The impact Dune Part Two makes is incomplete without the music of Hans Zimmer. Literal goosebumps are what you're able to feel, the elevation that it brings to the scenes and how you're able to feel what's about to come only with the music is extraordinary.

There are some films when you say, "This is Cinema"... and this is one of them. In such instances, even if there are a few flaws here and there, you don't want to notice them when everything else is so good and so many elements are appreciable at such high capacity. You cannot watch this film just once.
10/10
One of the best movies of this decade
JTWight1 March 2024
This was probably the fastest 2 hours and 46 minutes of my life! I can see where all the hype is coming from, this movie is absolutely amazing! The visuals were beautiful, the music was great, and the acting was amazing, just like in the first film except better. Story-wise, they did make some changes from the book, some of those changes I actually liked and others I thought were a little odd. They also cut out a lot of scenes, plot lines, and entire characters that were present in the book. But wow... this movie is a masterpiece. If this doesn't end up being the best movie of 2024, then we've had a really good year for movies.
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7/10
Pretty good, albeit somewhat muddled.
brianberta6 March 2024
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This won't read like a positive review since I'm going to be illustrating an element which I found unsatisfying for both this film and (to a lesser extent) the 2021 Dune, so before you read ahead, I'd just like to point out that I enjoyed the film on the whole and found it to be visually and technically impressive. It's definitely one of those "see it in the theater" movies which we rarely get nowadays.

I've asked and have seen other people ask variations of the question "Is Paul intended to be a power-hungry villain or a noble protagonist who genuinely wishes to help the impoverished people?" a handful of times and have seen a variety of responses across the board. I've seen some people say he is intended to be selfish and villainous, while some other people have argued that, though he betrayed Chani in the process of reclaiming his leadership, he's still a good person and wants the best for his people.

Where do I stand on this? I'm honestly not sure. I think his betrayal of Chani for one of the Shaddam's daughters is a main point of contention regarding his motivations as this is where I've read a great deal of arguments for his selfishness. As Paul explained in the 2021 Dune though, his reasoning for marrying one of the Shaddam's daughters was to hopefully prevent a civil war once news of the Shaddam's treachery would be widely known, so I don't think his actions here can be summed up in a black and white good or bad metric. They're far more nuanced.

Fair arguments can be made that being more upfront with Chani about his intentions would've been the noble way to go about it since she wouldn't have been given false hopes then, but this would've also introduced the threat of her turning on him much earlier and Paul potentially losing the support of the Fremen. Either way, don't the benefits of potentially preventing a civil war and saving countless lives outweigh the disappointment he caused to a single person along the way? For a second, I was confident this was how to read his character, but then the film ends on a cliffhanger where Paul intends to have the Fremen attack the Great Houses for opposing his ascendancy to the throne. So, he is intended to be power hungry after all? What does this say about his prior actions then?

This is my issue with the film. While ambiguous character motivations aren't bad by any means, this is a case where Paul's motives are so muddled to the point they seem to contradict each other. If he is intended to be a villain and if he is intended to become a dominator in the ending, that would cancel out my interpretation of his relationship with Chani and, to be honest, I don't know how I'd read their relationship at that point. If he'll be revealed to have noble intentions by the time (or if) part 3 comes out, that will make a bit more sense but then the film could be argued as a white savior trope of sorts. Still though, I think the latter alternative would be the best option provided they include enough moral ambiguities in his process of saving the impoverished people (like his aforementioned betrayal of Chani, even if there was an understandable reason why he did that). As it stands right now though, that people can't seem to agree on whether he's good or bad says a lot about how unclear his motivations are.

Having watched part 1 less than a week before part 2 was released played a part in my enjoyment since I held out some confidence that part 2 would resolve my unanswered questions but it instead did the opposite. If they do manage to resolve everything in a seamless way, then kudos, but the journey leading up to it feels so muddled right now. Like I said at the start, I still enjoyed the film quite a bit and, if part 3 gets released, I'll probably be in the theaters for it. Hopefully, they're able to resolve this.
9/10
A remarkle achievement by Villeneuve
zombie13410 March 2024
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Villeneuve has done what many have tried. The Dune saga of books written by Frank Herbert beginning in 1963 has captivated and intrigued people for decades. The stories are strange yet very familiar, filled themes within themes, they describe a world much like our own. Filled with alot of narrative thought many have been tried to bring their vision of Dune World to film and TV. Some are good, some are just ok. In my opinion, even with some of the story adaptation done by Villeneuve, he nailed it especially in this second film. It's been years since I've seen anything like this. Reminiscent of Peter Jackson's epic vision of Lord of the Rings, Villeneuve brings Dune to life. Now is it perfect? Can any art be perfect? I find some aspects here and there that are lacking slightly but for me honestly are not worth nitpicking over. I'm guessing there will be some Herbert purists who probably won't like some of the story changes. They are entitled to their opinions of course. For me it was beautiful sci fi. I especially enjoyed the focus on Chani in relation to Paul's changes as he becomes the kwisatz haderach. She's not just a subservient concubine and an extra character but a strong lead. Looking forward to the 3rd film. Exciting.
9/10
Dune 2
frankelito-070596 March 2024
Part Two is a visually stunning and epic film that is sure to please fans of the first film and newcomers alike. The film is a faithful adaptation of the second half of Frank Herbert's novel, and it captures the scope and scale of the story in a way that few films have ever been able to do.

The film is set in the far future, on the desert planet Arrakis. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), the son of Duke Leto Atreides (Oscar Isaac), is the rightful heir to the planet, but he has been forced to flee into the desert after his family is betrayed. In the desert, Paul meets the Fremen, a group of people who have adapted to living on Arrakis. The Fremen believe that Paul is the Kwisatz Haderach, a messianic figure who will lead them to freedom.

Paul must embrace his destiny and lead the Fremen in a war against the Harkonnens, the evil family that has taken control of Arrakis. The film is full of action, adventure, and political intrigue. It is a story about good versus evil, and it explores themes of destiny, hope, and betrayal.

The film is directed by Denis Villeneuve, who also directed the first film. Villeneuve does an excellent job of bringing Herbert's novel to life. He creates a visually stunning world that is both beautiful and dangerous. The film is also well-acted, with Chalamet giving a standout performance as Paul Atreides.

Dune: Part Two is a must-see for fans of science fiction and epic films. It is a visually stunning and well-made film that is sure to entertain and amaze audiences.
10/10
A psychedelic space tale of power
sksoegaard2 March 2024
Dennis Villeneuve is a filmmaker with a very singular vision. He has made some of the best sc-fi movies of the last decade and Dune Part Two is no exception.

I've now seen the movie in IMAX and 70mm film respectively.

From a technical standpoint this film is a masterclass in cinematography and visual storytelling.

Every actor does their absolute best to portray fully fleshed out characters. Stand outs in the movie are Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler and Zendaya.

This is truly a space epic for the ages and I can confidently say that Dennis Villeneuve will enter the upper echelon of masterful directors.

Thank you.
7/10
Pacing is weird, beautiful cinematography
nyang-529593 March 2024
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This is actually one of the few movies where I didn't necessarily agree with the high ratings. I was very excited about this sequel. Part 1 was pretty great. I'm sad I just didn't agree with what most people thought about part 2. I enjoyed the movie overall but since I didn't read the books, I was fairly confused and bored throughout the first half of the movie (besides the beginning scene) but I really did like the 2nd half though. Probably got more interesting after Austin Butler's character rolled in, honestly. Pacing. I think the pacing was weird as they could've fleshed out the relationships, training, and yeah... basically the story more. It's just not convincing compared to the first movie. I didn't feel much for the characters nor did I care for them. I didn't even care for Chani and Paul's romance. And it's like wow.. Paul is already attempting to ride the worm? It's so dangerous and he's already succeeded on his first attempt. He's THAT gifted. There were mentions of training but really no show. I mean, Paul was basically told to survive through the dessert as a test and learns how to sand walk better but that's... it. The movie simply shows the major parts but nothing much in between to build it up. It was also like watching two different movies in one and now the "good" side is gonna ambush and fight the "bad" side. I don't feel the movie did a good job of making me want to root for Paul and the fremen. I hope I'm explaining my gripes about this film well.

Many big name actors/actresses. Timothee is always a good pick for these type of roles. Austin Butler's character was cool. He did a good job with the character too. I like Zendaya but she's not that great of an actress. Dave Bautista's character was poorly written. All he does is yell and get frustrated then kills one of their own to make them look like very bad enemies. So cliche. I could also barely hear/understand some of the lines which was an irk. It was especially difficult to understand Stilgar because of the accent. The cinematography was beautifully done though. Just wow. I do look forward to the sequel and am interested to see what happens next at least.
10/10
More than a Movie
zackbliz3 March 2024
One of the most immersive movies I've ever experienced. The richness of the world and it's characters is represented in ways that make it hard to imagine what words could have even inspired them. Incredible tone, world building, writing, editing, visual representation, audio mixing, score, tone setting, cinematography, acting, cg, effects; everything. Every aspect of this movie was top notch.

While this is the type of movie that is extremely aided by how the story is set up in the first movie, it is in itself a riveting tale with both complex and simple narratives and messages presented beautifully without sacrificing any element for another. I wish I could watch it for the first time again.
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10/10
Spectacular
kalanibrahim3 March 2024
Spellar and Spectacular! The film grabs you from start to finish. Chalamet is at the top of his game, giving his most impressive performance. He is the perfect Paul Atreides. Villeneuve really nailed it. The culmination it produces with part 1 is Science at his peak. I was on board with every changes and every departure of the book. It's the perfect adaptation and cinema at its purest. Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Florence Pugh, Charlotte Rampling and Javier Bardem are an incredible supporting ensemble and shines bright. It's up there with The Two Tower from Jackson, The Empire Strikes back from George Lucas that it somehow exceeds even. Hans Zimmer will receive the Oscar, no doubt. This will make a Razzia at the next Academy Award in 2025, for sure.
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10/10
GOOD JOB DENIS !
aryahaikalibrahim28 February 2024
This film really satisfied me after the somewhat boring treat in the previous film, this film was like an outlet. Very elegant and clever moves to avenge what happened in the previous film, I liked the character development of the antagonist but all the actors and actresses played their roles very well, the music composed by Hans is beyond doubt. Don't forget, I want the highest appreciation to the party responsible for the CGI. It's been a long time since I've seen a film with subtle CGI like this. However, perhaps the thing that needs to be improved is that the one by one scenes are not shown intensely and optimally This film deserves appreciation from the audience, not just professional critics. Good work for Denis and everyone, extraordinary.
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10/10
Villeneuve Masterpiece
ankithslm1 March 2024
Dune: Part Two" stands as a beacon of cinematic excellence, transcending the boundaries of science fiction to deliver a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience. With Denis Villeneuve at the helm, this sequel not only meets but surpasses its predecessor, weaving a narrative that is as complex as it is captivating.

The film's pacing is impeccable, striking a delicate balance between the rich lore of Frank Herbert's universe and the deeply personal journeys of its characters. This equilibrium keeps viewers riveted, making each moment feel essential and charged with purpose. It's a testament to Villeneuve's directorial prowess and his ability to engage audiences without resorting to unnecessary filler.

Cinematographically, "Dune: Part Two" is a marvel. Greg Fraser's lens captures the alien beauty of Arrakis with an awe-inspiring clarity that demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible. IMAX viewing transforms this film from a mere movie into an immersive experience, where each grain of sand and ray of light adds to the story's vast, tactile world.

The visual effects are nothing short of revolutionary. Seamlessly blending practical effects with cutting-edge CGI, the film brings the impossible to life, making each battle scene and desert landscape feel as real and tangible as the world outside the theater. This technical wizardry, combined with the film's sound design, creates an unparalleled sensory experience. The auditory landscape of "Dune: Part Two", from the haunting score by Hans Zimmer to the intricately designed sound effects, envelops the viewer, further deepening the immersion.

At the core of the film's success are its performances. The ensemble cast delivers with such conviction that they breathe life into the sprawling narrative, making the political intrigue and personal battles equally compelling. Their interactions underscore the narrative's themes of power, loyalty, and destiny, grounding the film's more fantastical elements in a palpable reality.

What sets "Dune: Part Two" apart is not just its technical achievements but its emotional depth. Villeneuve and his team have crafted a film that is not only a visual and auditory spectacle but a profound exploration of human nature and the choices that define us. It's a rare feat for a science fiction film to resonate on such a personal level while also delivering on the promise of epic storytelling.

For those who have been eagerly anticipating this release, "Dune: Part Two" is a triumphant realization of Herbert's vision. It's a film with immense rewatch value, thanks to its layered storytelling and breathtaking visuals. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the Dune saga, this film is a mesmerizing journey that showcases the best of what cinema can offer.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part Two" is a masterpiece that not only defines the science fiction genre but elevates it. Its blend of spectacular visuals, compelling performances, and emotional depth makes it a landmark film that will be discussed and admired for years to come. It's a cinematic journey that demands to be experienced on the grandest scale possible, a testament to the power of storytelling and the limitless possibilities of the imagination.
10/10
A Cinematic Masterpiece
rundbergfredric28 February 2024
Saw this film yesterday and i was completely blown away. It takes every element from the first and increases it 10x.

Every single scene was pure perfection. The soundtrack And Characters Were Also 10/10. I went into this movie thinking it was gonna be good but it was way over my expectations.

This movie quickly landed on my top 3 movies of all time, Its truly incredible And Denis Villeneuve has an incredible mind for making something like this. Its a one of a kind movie, Nothing else to compare this with.

I was completely hooked from start to finish. Only one thing to say about this movie.

Prepare to be completely blown away!
9/10
Really good! Better than the first!
groundzero-273-3971105 March 2024
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Dune: Part Two was definitely better than the first. It was even more epic. There were parts of the movie where there was a lot going on at the same time that was a little hard to keep up with, but I still didn't feel as confused now as I did during the first movie. The directing was fantastic as always with Denis Villeneuve. The CGI was more or less perfect. Completely stunning, especially the sandworms. And the score... Just awesome. The cast and acting was phenomenal, except Christopher Walken as the emperor. Somehow he feels too silly to be emperor.

Dune: Part Two has very good and interesting character development. Especially when it comes to Paul Atreides. The love relationship between Paul and Chani was also very good and interesting. You really root for them, and it's tough to see that it might not work between them, because Paul needs to develop into a leader that Chani doesn't like. Austin Butler was amazing as Feyd-Rautha. What an interesting villain! Really good build-up for the final battle between Paul and Feyd-Rautha. It was a really exciting and well done duel. I love when there is no background music while a duel like this is taking place. It feels more epic to just hear the sound effects of blades, punches and grunts from the characters. Javier Bardem was very funny in this movie. He was so excited throughout the movie that Paul might be Lisan al Gaib. I laughed several times.

What I liked more about Part Two is that even though it is part of a series of movies, it stands firmly on its own. Part One had a first act and a second act and then ended very abruptly. Part Two had a final act, where you feel that the film actually has an end even though it sets up a third film. And I can't wait for the third movie...
10/10
WOW!
wassim-3325517 March 2024
In a word, WOW!..what an amazing movie...to think that this completed just the first book and there are five others to go. I don my hat to Denis Villaneuve (who deserves an Oscar) and all the supporting costume, production, cinematography & visual effects and anyone else I may have missed...and of course the cast! I'm still a fan of the 1984 version but at long last (30 years) after multiple attemps to buy rights and invest, we finally got a movie house to take the risk. I can safely say that I'd love to see the remaing books come to the big screen. A message for Denis Villaneuve - forget any other projects and finish the Dune one!
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10/10
Masterpiece (as written)
moonlightdevvv16 March 2024
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I don't often give out 10 stars or call movies "masterpieces" but this one did it for me. I have watched a lot of movies that are over 2 hours long, and yet not one of them had me super focused for the whole duration.

The cinematography was very beautiful, not overstimulating, especially considering the length of the film. I especially liked the visuals throughout the film, such as when Alia was speaking to her mother or when Jessica drank the holy poison. Scenes like that help with the pacing a lot as well, helping the audience with information processing.

Now, when looking at the soundtracks, I don't have that much to say. I mean, it is Hans Zimmer. Great overall, will definitely be listening to some of those in my free time.

The costumes were super beautiful, adding that futuristic vibe and also helping us differentiate between the houses. Good cast and good acting.

I especially loved the fighting scenes/ war scenes. That is how you create art when you combine good acting, good CGI and good storylines.
10/10
A true cinematography masterpiece!
blairbloustien28 February 2024
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I didn't quite fully understand the meaning behind why everyone kept calling Dune Part Two (DPT) "epic." I understand now.

Having read all the books, thoroughly enjoyed Dune Part One (DPO), and then to watch a back-to-back early release double feature of DPO and DPT I can say I'm beyond impressed. Impressed truly doesnt even begin to embody and sense of the granduity of DPT.

DPT seamlessly picks up from where DPO left off, creating an even more immersive experience. Nonetheless, beyond my imaginable capabilities somehow DPT increases the meticulous level of attention and detail to the films mise én scene.

The costumes once again go above and beyond, I'm not sure how to even put it into words. They looked real. They fit the scenes. They looked like they belong.

The musical score, I didn't think it could get better than DPO - I stand a fool! The musical score for DPT leaves you with goosebumps for almost the entirety of the runtime. If it doesn't achieve an award I will truly battle the great houses myself!

The visual effects. Lost for words, truly dont think I could encompass how good they are here. You'll have to lead on faith for this one.

All the actors and actresses complete this film, not like it's their job, but something they truly want to work on and truly do beyond their capabilities for and this shows.

The hype is real. The spice must flow. The third Dune must come.

If you liked DPO you will lose it for DPT. Enough said.
9/10
Did I give a 9? Because its clearly just an 8.5
guilherme-7656310 March 2024
Dune Part 1 was a 7 - not bad, but definitely a bit too slow and boring. Dune Part 2 is flawed. Some dialogs are mediocre, some actors seem a bit misplaced, the scenarios are too vast to be frightening, and I had a better ending in my mind...for my taste, and that is the key to my 9. I'm finding opportunities for perfection because perfection does not exist unless the movie had 8 billion slightly different versions of itself for each one of us, and I'm finding them because the movie strives for greatness. It's an epic. You don't see epics that often, and you don't see them ever in a good sci-fi movie. You don't even need to be a sci-fi lover, it will appeal to other audiences as well, and boy oh boy...is that an achievement for a sci-fi epic.
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9/10
Dune Done good!
biggelogow-3603229 February 2024
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For once, believe the hype.

Dune Two is GOOD. It's grand scale and ambition is a production achievement. It's attention to detail and pacing, the sign of a craftsman director. And the actors, for most part, brought it. Rebecca Ferguson is riveting. Zendaya shows heart. Austin Butler is menacing. Javier Bardem, a salt of the earth Morpheus. And of course, Timothy C who shows good range and control. (Only Josh Brolin and D. Batistuta feel a lil meh).

It is long (go to the loo twice before it starts) and even though there is a familiarity in terms story development, it grips you and keeps you hooked till the final frame.

It's not perfect (hence, 9/10) but THIS is good cinema and THIS should be celebrated. Don't just watch it. Revel in it.
9/10
There was a lot of hype
ikanser4 March 2024
There was a lot of hype around this movie. So we took the time last night to watch part one at home. I had already seen part one in the movie theater in 2021 and I absolutely loved it. I knew that part two was going to be incredible. What? I did not expect was to go watch part 2 today at AMC Dolby cinema. And get my mind absolutely blown away. This movie exceeded all of my expectations of what a sequel should be and set the bar very, very high for anyone else trying to make a sequel. I highly recommend this movie. And if you are a film fan, you will absolutely love everything about it. From the soundtrack to the cinepotography, the plot. Everything about this movie is just perfect. I highly recommend dune part 2.
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7/10
Some startling Choices didn't pay off for me
novakid-729086 March 2024
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Let me start by saying I think this is an excellent film but I'm as conflicted as I am impressed.

Rather than being the second half of the book adaptation of Dune - this brings in more of the ideological analysis and political power play that exist across the galaxy. The bulk of this might've been influenced by "Dune Messiah" but the roles are impacted, changed, squandered, enhanced and fleshed out.

For a long film, less book plot transpires from Dune. The film is asking for a part 3, but may have lost a good portion of its fan base with just how far DV has departed or abandoned aspects of the books.

No longer are we given a visual or narrated insight into Paul's insight and visions of the past, present and future.

His sister remains unborn add therefore her character is developed as a sentient foetus, the victory of taking back Arrakis is swift despite easily taking the entire runtime of the whole of David Lynch's film and giving us more of a sense of her power and precociousness. Her life as as the Dukes daughter and something more is denied in this representation and Chani is transformed to the opposite of her character in the book. For me this choice to "empower" Chani's stance to one of understanding beyond her books character means we lost seeing her wisdom and belief. With the time dedicated, her relationship with Paul is left estranged rather than a deep believer. There was time to develop other characters to portray this revisionism and it is largely borrow from the second novel, Dune Messiah. Exploring how the Bene Gesserates seed prophetic stories and female children to manipulate and control the Houses and the reach of their power over 90 generations and more. No montage and voice over used or needed but the passage of time felt long enough to introduce and develop Paul's sister - she is missed most in the last act. While Chani becomes the voice of decent, Josh Brolin as Gurney becomes sycophantic almost.

The choices fit our current world tensions somewhat but DV withholds enough of the book to justify a third film. Too much in my opinion to make this a satisfying film.

None book readers/listeners and fans will feel short changed from two films of this running time. There was easily more to develop and conclude AND allow for multiple more films. This feels more like a bargaining tool with WB for a franchise.

If the internal voice was silenced from Paul it also distances him from the audience. He is less noble and more vengeful. And the final act seems hurried. With critical fights less impressive and certain kills given to the protagonist.

So I am finding this a mixed bag with David Lynch giving more accuracy and conclusion of the book's narrative. However, in Hollywood money is made in retention and sequels. DV now has a divergent version of Dune to bring around. The book spawned several official sequels and this could be the money maker that saves WB.

The visuals and large scale action is original and bold. Glorious acting by all save Emperor Walken. No gravitas or strategic brilliance on display. I found this weak casting. Austin Butler surprised me.

I felt that the Harkonnen perverse natures was underplayed. Partly because since the book was written, homosexuality is not the non-acceptable sensibility it was in Frank Herbert's time. Also I feel that Hollywood wants money to roll in from countries where representation of such meets censorship.

The cinematography and the restraint shown with the Worms really pay off. If I had not read the books, I think this would be up there as a 9/10 that I gave the more promising and faithful part one. So if part 3 now happens and works better for these choices as the plot and character arcs continue then this might deserve more praise.

As it stands this may have undermined the book fanbase but gained modern audience satisfaction. Could Chani be a willing and understanding concubine knowing she would be his true love but accept a political marriage in this day and age?

It certainly leaves lots to be discussed and hopefully more to be seen. I truly hope this is successful and I understand the posture. I can't help but feel two films was sufficient for Dune. Frank Herbert, it could be argued had to write Messiah to capitalise on his own success and to bridge and retrofit Dune to enable Children of Dune. This way perhaps DV has positioned himself more strategically. Does he have the stamina for the journey to continue? I hope the answer is a YES from Legendary and WB.
10/10
Shivers and intensity
angeltveit28 February 2024
Not since Lord of the Rings have I been so enthralled by a movie I couldn't wait until I was able to review it.

The acting, the story telling, the scenery, the philosophies and human nature. It's so encapsulating I was catching myself being so immersed I forgot I was watching a movie.

The continuation of Paul Atreides' story happens at a perfect pace. New characters are introduced in a way that makes you care just enough about them to make it impactful. The telling of the stories of the Bene Gesserit is done masterfully, conveying stuff from the book that is hard to put on screen.

If there was one thing I was missing, it's the use of the word "holy war" instead of the book accurate "Holy Jihad". But I suppose that's just something they have to change.

This is a 10 out of 10 if there ever was one.
10/10
Epic Movie!
mendoza-748441 March 2024
Dune Part 2, clocking in at over two hours, delivers a captivating cinematic experience. The stellar performances, meticulous plot execution, and awe-inspiring cinematography collectively contribute to an outstanding film. Each actor excels in their role, and the costume designs are commendable.

While the movie shines in various aspects, it occasionally leans heavily on visual effects, reaching a point of excessiveness. Despite this, the overarching narrative brilliantly delves into the theme of religious fanaticism. The spiritual motifs in Dune draw striking parallels to messianic concepts, echoing the biblical narrative of Jesus and his mission to liberate humanity from tyranny over 2000 years ago in our world. Overall, Dune Part 2 successfully navigates the delicate balance between visual spectacle and profound storytelling, making it a noteworthy cinematic experience.
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10/10
Masterpiece of movie making. Dune Pt2 review
chazharriman3 March 2024
I'll be so real, I didn't know what to expect coming into Dune Pt2 but any expectation I had was exceeded. I'm ngl Dune Pt2 will easily go down as one of the greatest sci-fi movies of all time & I ain't even just saying that.

From the get go, I was immediately drawn to the story as it picked up where it left off. Paul's arc from the moment he stepped on screen to how he evolved throughout was insane to watch on the big screen. Not to mention his performance. Timothee Chalamet as Paul Atreides has gotta be up there with one of the best performances in all of sci-fi as a whole. The cinematography of Dune Pt2 with the budget it had is absolutely insane to me & I can gladly say I got to witness it first hand in theatres. Each & every cast member did an extraordinary job & the stand out was most definitely Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha. The movies score had me levitating in my seat type shi.

Dune Pt2 will easily be up there in the contenders for movie of the year & can be argued to be the greatest sci-fi movie of all time.

A straight masterpiece of film making.
9/10
I don't understand
Genti267 March 2024
Sometimes you watch something and expect it to be amazing. This was me with this movie. The action is heightened and much more prominent than in the first film. The acting is still just as great, except now Zendaya gets a lot more screen time, so that's always a plus. Timothee Chalamet is always great, Javier Bardem and Josh Brolin commit to their roles perfectly, and the new additions worked extremely well too. I didn't even realise that was Austin Butler until the end credits, tbh. I want to give particular praise to Rebecca Ferguson, who is amazing in every single role I have ever seen her in. Dave Bautista's character was, unfortunately, a huge letdown. He is such a good actor that I feel he deserves more of a spotlight. Lastly, I want to mention just how insane this man, Denis Villeneuve, is. I have seen almost all of his films, and I just don't understand how someone can make one huge masterpiece of a blockbuster after another. Blade Runner 2049 is such a perfect film with the perfect serious tone and action set pieces, and the funny thing is that I may as well have been describing Dune Part Two with those words. Just incredible, I look forward to a rewatch when I might give this film the perfect score.
10/10
We need more of this!
erbaycelik10 March 2024
I just experienced an early access showing, and I have to say, it was mind-blowing. Seriously, do yourself a favor and catch it in IMAX. The characters, acting, screenplay, world-building, storytelling, score, action sequences, cinematography - you name it, it's all top-notch. Denis Villeneuve really outdid himself; it's like a masterclass in filmmaking. The casting choices were spot-on from start to finish, and the new additions just elevated everything. Timothee Chalamet nailed it as Paul Atreides - so believable, raw, and real. He owned that lead role. Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, and Josh Brolin were all fantastic as usual. Stellan Skarsgard and Dave Bautista continued to bring the evil vibes. Austin Butler stole the show as Feyd-Rautha, and Florence Pugh and Christopher Walken added a solid freshness to the cast.

In a nutshell, Dune: Part Two is an awe-inspiring, visually stunning sci-fi masterpiece that seamlessly blends myth, adventure, and destiny on a galactic scale. It's a rare gem of filmmaking, something you don't see often in today's cinema landscape.
10/10
Lisan al Gaib
jrunner-327974 March 2024
Choosing not to watch this masterpiece is the greatest disservice you could do for yourself. This may be the greatest movie I have ever seen. As someone who has never had a vested interest in the world of Dune, I had my eyes opened in part 1, but Denis Villeneuve's sequel is nothing short of pure captivation. Hans Zimmer's soundtrack has not left my head since the movie began. The cinematography is some of the most visually stunning across such a variety of scenes. Austin Butler was an absolute force with the little screen time he had, a terrifying and psychotic villain that rivals some of the greats. Timothy Chalamet's command of attention of all was unmatched. The chants of "Lisan al Gaib" have replayed over and over in my head for the past day. I already have tickets to rewatch and will be shocked if that's the last time I see it.
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10/10
It was worth to wait!!!
AxilleasZk5 March 2024
The second movie of dune was epic . The actors , the costumes , the scenes , soundracks and music are fantastic and absolutely harmonic . This movie is very intense from the beginning to the end and it keeps your attention until the last moment. The character development of paul atreidis is amazing and astonishing. This time the action is on on the most movie and with intense soundracks they made the scenes a masterpiece. I laugh with stingler , at his very funny moments who gives a smooth break from the serious things that happened. Actors 10/10 music 10/10 story 10/10 Just relax and enjoy it.
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8/10
It's better than first one but overhyped
zariyah-340384 March 2024
The cinematography is really good and there's moments of the movie where you feel like you're in it. The action scenes are way better in this one as well as the storyline. However there are still some moments that don't keep you tuned in.

This film does provide more backstory about characters Austin Butler did a great job and deserved more screen time.

Timothee's delivery as a menacing character could be better but still decent.

The sound track is pretty nice and keeps you awake through a lengthy film as Dune.

Some aspects are predictable but it doesn't take away from the film.

Overall it is a great movie with great acting.
10/10
Powerful adaptation of my favorite book
tudalova2 March 2024
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I was watching it and had the same feeling as when I had reading the book: you feel how some power is growing inside.

The reason for it is a shining cast, strong script and spectacular visual effects.

Timothée Chalamet performed so well. That was Pole, indeed: with all his kindness, fate and transformations.

Florence Pugh. Wow! I hated Irulan from the book. But here: I saw an intelligent, interesting lady.

(Here I should say: guilty, I notice these 2 all the time, so in love with "Little women") Rebecca Ferguson finally nailed it. There is no even a sign of this soft and scared Jessica. Jessica from Dune 2 kept me nervous all the time.

Chani? Nah. Something is wrong here. Zendaya like came for one more photo shoot.

Script. Script! It is strong. Finally, we watch a fantastic movie and every character is well written. Everything has logic (except for Jessica looking extremely happy that the war is approaching).

That's not an apple to apple Dune like we've all read. It's better to say: "based on Dune". They took the idea and were careful with it. "Plans in plans" is not something you can adapt, but I feel that that the writers did their best: I knew what would happen and when, but they managed to get me.

Visual part. These epic scenes! "Arrakis is so beautiful when the sun is low".

To conclude: I want more! I want this film to become part of my collection! I want to see Anya Taylor-Joy and Jason Momoa too (while I doubt that these 2 will have chemistry, but still).

Definitely recommend. That's the fantastic movie we've all been waiting for.
10/10
ONE OF THE BEST IN MY LIFETIME
davor-jug7 March 2024
This is hands down one of the best movies I have seen in my lifetime. The first movie was awesome. This one is next level. Just the story, the visuals, acting... It all falls in to place. There is no fillers or unnecessary scenes. Its interesting from start to finnish. And it will leave you in disbelief that there is still some people in Hollywood that know how to make movies. Hands down to them, they did an amazing job. And hope that some day they will do the third part just as jaw droping as this one. This will go up there with the LOTR and other great movies. Its just awesome. This will be on my rainy days playlist for years to come.
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10/10
A sequel that is better than the original
Thorgal6717 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve has managed something that is very rare : a sequel that is better than the original movie.

Dune: Part Two joins The Empire Strikes Back and the Godfather in that rare list.

The way Arrakis is brought to live on the screen (and Giedi Prime...OMG) is simply magical, and the sheer scale of the project results in in not just a big blockbuster but a piece of art.

There is not one moment that the movie doesn't ring through, and the performances, the visuals, the sound, the music and the effects all come together very organically.

Denis Villeneuve has now made 3 or 4 Sci-Fi masterpieces in a row (Arrival, Blade Runner 2049 and Dune I and II). Looking forward to seeing what else this magician can pull out of his hat next time.
10/10
SAVIOUR
domb-145618 March 2024
Best cinematic experience of my life so far, absolutely astonishing. LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS. Hans Zimmer's soundtrack leaves a lasting impression that sticks with you long after you leave your seat. The performance from each member of the cast were uniquely mesmerizing and powerful. The sheer scale of this film surpasses anything I've ever witnessed and is a testament to the quality and craftsmanship of Denis Villeneuve. The stark contrast of Paul from the first to last act is astonishing. I can't quite yet get to grips with how this film has affected me. This will go down as a core memory for me seeing this in cinema and not waiting for it to be available on a streaming platform. Cinema is alive and thank you all for this amazing experience.
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10/10
Could be the Greatest Sci-Fi Trilogy ever
ryangarrant27 February 2024
A modern masterpiece filled with incredible visuals, characters, and sound. Saw it at a Fan First Premiere and was blown away by just how good the movie looked and sounded. If you love Sci-Fi and action this movie will more than likely be an instant classic to you. Very curious to see how they adapt Messiah but if the first two are any indications, this trilogy could go down as one of the best of all time.

Has really strong performances as well. I loved Bardem (Stilgar) he brought a lot of humor to the movie and even had the audience laughing at multiple points throughout the film. The entire cast and crew did amazing but Chalamet, Zendaya, Bardem, Butler, and Yacoub were the highlights for me. Chalamet during the last hour of the film was literal perfection. It will definitely be one of my favorite films in recent years.
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10/10
The Star Wars of the new generation
davidfilippelli28 February 2024
When i was watching this movie i felt really an happiness for the beauty and execution of this piece of art. I can easily say that at this point Dune part 2 is the most representative movie of all the art of Denis Villeneuve, it contains a lot of ispiration from 2001: a space odyssey and also from his pasts films like Blade Runner 2049 and Arrival. He did a perfect sequel for the first film that was also on point, but this one is more strong and we can see the beauty of the character and story development that leave us with the need of another sequel. Last thing but not for importance, the end of this film gived a sensation of excitement and curiosity for the future of this incredible saga.
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10/10
Spectacular
benjagerold21 March 2024
An all-time masterpiece. What an incredible movie, a must see for anyone who likes sci-fi, dramatic and action-filled content. I was on the edge of my seat the entire film.

It has got it all: thrilling action scenes, romance, politics, mysterious characters and impeccable landscapes.

I can not wait for Dune 3 to get out. Can't imagine how can Denis Villenueve improve this movie. Actors performances were out of this world, really liked Chalamet, Austin Butler and Florence Pugh out there. They were giving their all.

This is the kind of movies one goes to the cinema for. Disney take note, you might need it for next projects.
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9/10
The Empire strikes back of this Generation.
Cinemalt241 March 2024
Im the one who never read the books. I dont know if its better to knew the stuff or be suprised by story arcs. I dont know if we follow -anakin or luke... in which direction it will go, i will spend my money for that, i want more. Because Cinema is build for Big Scale Motion Pictures like that. There will be People outside, saying overhyped, i say no, Dune 2 gets the Hype, this crew around Denis Villeneuve deserve.

More of Zimmer, more of Fraiser and more of one of the best sound designs in movie history. More of Villeneuves Vision and more knowledge about Pauls and Shanis Path.

From technical view, Dune 2 is one of the most phenominal movies in this decade.

I'm thankful for the entire crew, we love you for your service.
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10/10
Just a pure masterpiece
llMarcellus4 March 2024
I think we are really lucky to be living in a time where we can witness such a greatness of a movie. This was a masterpiece, everything was incredible, the cinematography, the dialogue, this story with Paul and the fremen, arrakis, the acting was outstanding and for me it's a oscar worthy performance from Thimothée Chalamet. For me it's the best movie of the decade, if not the best movie of all time!!! The score is incredible, every sound effect makes the movie epic, and the score for me is one of the things that makes this movie so good aswell. If you like a world where they have their on language, where actors give it their all with a touching and epic story with loads of action and good dialogue, go watch it please!!
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5/10
Sequels are often doomed to disappoint
adamblackshaw-1444519 March 2024
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DUNE Part One was quite an extraordinary film. I've watched it many times because it's not just the narrative that's interesting, it's also the mood. It had a poetry to it that satisfies repeat viewing. Unfortunately Part Two doesn't.

Sequels are often doomed to disappoint because we've already been shown the good stuff. The main characters, the director's vision and especially the look and feel of the movie. The sequel often has little more to show us other than the movement of plot. BUT it can show us character development and here that simply doesn't really happen. Sure Paul develops into being a leader but you get no great sense of him changing. And what I felt was weak in Part One, the villains, are exposed even more. I never felt the Baron was particularly evil and Raban comes off as a Mummy's boy. There's no genuine menace. At least Lynch's villains were repulsive (even if they were cartoonish). Yes we get Feyd for the first time but he seems very one dimensional and his growly voice is simply off-putting. The Emperor has little presence, his daughter even less so. Chani is clearly the best character.

It also felt like each of the main characters were off doing their own thing with little cohesion and key moments were rushed. This is particularly the case with Paul drinking the water. THAT is a huge moment but here it's not given the drama it deserved. And where was the soundtrack that was sooo mesmerising in Part One?

Anyway, go see it on a big screen. I will see it again as sometimes a second viewing changes my opinion, but I'm no fan boy who intends to gush over something that disappointed, particularly after the wonderful Part One. Oh, and clearly it's being left open for a third film.
9/10
Awaiting the inevitable Extended Cut
klotzilla-15 March 2024
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While at 2.5 hours this movie hits the mark on all counts, those fans of Herbert's books will find some depth lacking. As most reviews note, Thufir Hawat is omitted entirely from Part II, a key change from the novel. Mostly I love Villeneuve's alterations, and I understand that Hawat's place probably gets expanded in a potential Part III. So this reviewer abides the deviation from the novel.

Also, Alia. I can't wait to see what Anya Taylor-Joy brings to an adult Alia in a sequel in several distant years. Her role in Part II is severely truncated, although she gives away much of what will happen in Dune Messiah and Children of Dune, not that most film-goers will catch it.

I know this sounds ridiculous, but this film just seems too short to tell the long journey of teenage Paul to the adult antihero Muad'dib who coldly murders Baron Harkonnen and rips the throne from the Emperor.

But even though I feel this way, what Villaneuve gives us is richly satisfying as a pair of heroic, action-packed, hard science fiction films very much in the spirit of Frank Herbert.
10/10
Finally!
rogerog-3507410 March 2024
Finally a modern day epic that lives up to its lore!

Denis Villeneuve, achieved several notable accomplishments. Firstly, it successfully adapted Frank Herbert's complex and beloved novel into a visually stunning and immersive cinematic experience.

Stunning visuals, intricate world-building, and faithful interpretation of the source material. Additionally, Villeneuve's direction skillfully balanced action, politics, and philosophy, creating a rich narrative that appealed to both fans of the book and newcomers to the Dune universe. Moreover, the film's cast, including Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, and Oscar Isaac, delivered compelling performances that brought the characters to life. Overall, Villeneuve's "Dune" Must be hailed a masterpiece.

This film delivers on every aspect of an epic. The acting, the cinematography, the story. All fantastic. I struggle to find the superlatives to properly describe this movie. The score is perfection, the action scenes spectacular. What the team behind this movie have done in terms of creating another world is unmatched in recent history. It feels real.
10/10
A scienfic fiction masterpiece that blows the first movie out of the water
felgo7 March 2024
Science Fiction is a notoriously difficult genre to do well, and like Horror, can often be divisive with audiences. The first Dune was a great film, but common criticisms were that is was slow, dry and somewhat shallow. Dune: Part Two is none of these things. It is a truly spectacular movie-going experience that treats the source material with a great deal of reverence while also not being afraid to do its own thing. But what is perhaps this movie's greatest strength is that it treats it audience with some level of respect. It doesn't shy away from its sci-fi roots, and doesn't attempt to pad itself with unnecessary humour or sarcasm in an attempt to make itself more palatable. Dune 2 believes in itself, and its audience, and the end result is a gripping, beautiful, haunting film that will surely become a classic.

The visuals, as usual, are spectacular. There are some sequences in this film that were so visually stunning that I am still thinking of them days after. The music, cinematography, set design, audio design and costuming are all on another level in this movie. Everything about it feels grandiose and sumptuous, and you can tell a great deal of care was taken to make this movie as beautiful as possible.

Story and acting wise, Dune also impresses. While the movie does stray from the book and alter some plot points, the spirit of Dune and its message are prescient throughout. The middle of the movie does sag somewhat, and pacing issues may be one of my few criticisms of Dune: Part Two, but it's a minor issue that doesn't really effect the quality of the overall product too much. Timothee Chalamet shines here, and I was pleasantly surprised at just how believable he was as a dangerous Messiah-like figure. He sold the transformation incredibly well. Rebecca Ferguson is also at her best here, and my only complaint is that she isn't in the movie more.

Other shining stars are Austin Butler, who is a magnificent choice for Fayd-Rautha, Javier Bardem as Stilgar, who provides some light brevity, and Charlotte Rampling who is fantastic as always. Florence Pugh, Lea Sideoux, Dave Bautista and Zendaya also give great performances. Christopher Walken is really showing his age in this movie, unfortunately, and I did feel that his portrayal of the Emperor lacked the gravitas that the role demanded.

I highly recommend Dune: Part Two. It's an amazing film made with a great deal of care, and you can tell that Dennis truly respects and loves the source material he is adapting. I would recommend that you watch this movie in theatres, it's an amazing experience. If you can find a theatre with either IMAX or Dolby Atmos, you will have an amazing time. Movies like this are why theatres exist. It is one of the most memorable movie-going experiences I've had since Mad Max: Fury Road. Bring on Dune: Messiah!
9/10
Denis Villeneuve and his team continue to push the boundaries of sci-fi cinema.
dumiduh29 February 2024
It's probably been said before by someone else that this adaptation is one Frank Hurbert would have been happy to have watched.

Since I agree with most of the themes of the books including the relevance of ecology to the current global narrative, I played my small role in promoting this movie by buying admission.

Denis Villeneuve and his team continue to push the boundaries of sci-fi cinema. I was especially impressed with the mobius-ish neo-noir stylistic elements which pays homage to the history of sci-fi and the visual novelty of large anti-gravity machinery and the Sardaukar. Hope we get a great conclusion to the cinematic trilogy.
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10/10
Peak?
kylewrig-0172229 February 2024
I rarely ever write reviews but I felt I had to after watching this film.

I'm a massive fan of the first film (probably my favorite behind Into the spider-verse and maybe Interstellar) and Denis is by far my favorite director, so my expectations were basically in Earth's orbit and it still managed to surpass them.

I have never read the 1965 book as I wanted to wait for this film before i read it, so I had no idea what i was in store for but I loved it and this was probably the best cinema experience I've ever had, especially since i got to watch it a day early in the biggest screen at the cinema I work at all by myself.

The acting is great (especially Austin Butler), the cinematography is again fantastic, the visuals are mesmerising, the score by Zimmer is amazing etc I could go on but you get the idea. Go watch this film.

And now I shall hibernate while i wait for Dune Messiah.
10/10
Epic, peak filmmaking
lvdr1727 March 2024
One of the best movies I've ever seen honestly. 10/10 in acting, pacing, cinematography, soundtrack, visual effects, and storyline. This will go down as one of the greatest films of all time, especially in scifi. This is peak filmmaking. With such a long runtime, I was pleasantly surprised that each scene was direct and meaningful to the plot, no fluff at all, and just helping build up the action, emotions, and world. It's always great when directors trust the audience's intelligence.

Timothee Chalamet's acting was so powerful for such a young and skinny boy. I was on the edge of my seat, especially in his religious leader moments. The cast was nothing short of incredible.
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10/10
Amazing
robmosley-651689 March 2024
Usually when you watch something like this, you can't help that small part of you that wants to be a critic. You think, the book was better, or I don't like how they adapted that. Not with this movie, it's strong, powerful, every scene stands on its own, has purpose and expands the story. Character introduction is strong, acting amazing and powerful, the music score almost makes you want to cry, sound effects amazing and the graphics are just next level.

If you love a good story, even if you don't love sci-fi, you are probably going to love this movie. And if you are a sci-fi lover, this is the movie you have been waiting for. It leaves part 1 in the ashes.
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10/10
One of the few great sci-fi movies
Corporatewookie3 March 2024
Just great. Impressive pictures, great costumes. Finally serious sci-fi again! No stupid jokes, no black and white plot so simple you want to scream. The characters are complex and the protagonists are not just good, they don't have a clean slate. Everyone has his own agenda.

A few things have been changed from the book, but subtly and, in my opinion, for the better! The role of the female characters, and especially the Bene Gesserit, has been significantly enhanced. That fits well into the story. In the books they were too passive, too small for me. The Bene Gesserit are incredibly powerful, and it makes sense to put this in the foreground. Jessica and Chani also have significantly more personality, act more independently and have their own ideas.

The ending is not a sweet Hollywood-typical everything will be fine now ending. There will be at least one more sequel. The material will not be easy to implement on film if you know the books and the rest of the story. But so far, Villeneuve made an outstanding job!
10/10
Is there a better word than masterpiece?
adrjohnson-811341 March 2024
I went in with high expectations and they were surpassed. Saw in imax in a new theatre with single laser. Sound design/score and visuals were so honoured by the theatre in a way I've never experienced. I'm at a bit of a loss for words other than generational, masterpiece, theatrical cinematic experience like nothing I've witnessed before. Loved the books and they did such a wonderful job capturing the source material. What's so interesting is how the book is so internal in its presentation. You experience the story from the mind of the character. In the film, the dialogue is there to support the film, which is primary here. The visuals, the cinematography, the sound, the score are all the story, and the dialogue is there just to help deliver that. It's so complementary to the book by doing it this way by becoming the projection of what took place in your mind as you read the story.

Well done. Still riding the high. It will take something truly special to replace this as my new #1.
10/10
Now that was a great movie!
cparousis-306151 March 2024
Where do I start? Visuals: A++. Story: A++. Casting: B+(the dude who played Elvis is not believable as a sociopathic killer but it doesn't hinder the action or the flow of the movie). Dialogue: A+. Flow of the film:A++. Almost three hour but feels like it was a ninety minute movie. Lots of great action and incredible moments of "Wow that was great!!!" Zendaya is a standout as well as Tomothee Chalamet as the movie's lead actor Paul Atreides. This is better than the first and I loved the first installment of the film. Cannot wait for Part three. Oscars in the future? Yes in deed! Three cheers to Villeneuve for making the best sci-fi film of all time.
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8/10
Adaption of Dune will not get better than this.
shiversad2 March 2024
In 10 years from now we all will look back to this and this how this came to be, like I can't fathom the length denis villeneuve went to make this epic.

There are other existing dune movies/series but they will never come close to this masterpiece and also there won't be any future remakes which will match this greatness.

From production to sound design everything is insane in this movie, like this is what hollywood needs right now.

I was lucky enough to witness this in IMAX and my god that was some spiritual experience like I was the one taking SPICE.

Now wait for Dune Part 3 starts which will take atleast 2-3 years as sources are saying.
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5/10
Part one was promising, this second part disappointed me
abs711016 March 2024
My opinion on Dune part 2? Not bad, but not so good.

I see an inconclusive meatloaf, full of religious extremism, lacking in philosophy and poetry. I have noticed a lack of explanations and details of the story, and no real introduction to the wonderful world in which the story takes place.

Visually nothing to complain about, but the story seems weak to me, not very deep and not at all clear in many aspects.

The actors emerge, but it wasn't enough for me to leave the cinema satisfied.

The first part of Dune was barely promising, it hinted a potential, unfortunately not fully realized in this second part.
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10/10
Everything I expected and more
prfhzmzhc2 March 2024
This is a great film in so many different ways. The cinematography is some of the best I've seen in a long time. I did not see Austin Butler...he was bought into his role as Feyd so well that I couldn't take my eyes off of him when he was on screen. Rebecca Ferguson's performance was so nuanced and subtle it gave me goosebumps at times. And the ending...powerful and heartbreaking all at once. Well done! This is a master class in epic filmmaking and hits all the right spots. One of the rare occasions when I've walked out of a theater and wanted to walk right back in and watch the film again. The only thing that would've made this better is if I could've watched part one as a double feature!
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10/10
Don't miss it if you like beautiful cinematographic art
elsadebarros3 March 2024
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I'm so impressed.

I read the books, so I know how difficult it is to even write a script that could do justice to the saga.

I actually would not want to see the whole thing in movies, maybe books 1, 2 and 3 (Dune, Dune Messiah, and Children of Dune) covering Paul and his twin children, but I think futher with the time laps of several thousand years, and the whole transmutation in worm and so on, it gets much more complex, more difficult to create a powerful script.

Villeneuve's Dune part 1 was amazing, but this part 2 takes it to another level.

The movie's esthetics is pure art and reminds me of other iconic visual creations in movies like Frits Lang's Metropolis, Kubrick's 2001 Space Odyssey, Lean's Lawrence Of Arabia, the Mad Max universe in general, and of course the Star Wars movies - after all those are taking their inspiration from Dune, the book, so it's kind of a return to the source. Hard not to see as well Tarantino's influence in the treatment of violence.

There is some urban film noir esthetic going on, some religious crowds on messianic worship vibes, and even classic Greek theater - the tragedies, of course, after all Herbert's main characters are the Atreides - with the Bene Gesserit women as coryphée, but also graphic novels and bande dessinée (Canada and France have produced marvellous work in that area, no wonder Villeneuve takes that route), including, surprisingly, a nod to Saint-Exupery's Le Petit Prince, as I cannot unsee the visual similarities between Paul/Chalamet and le Petit Prince on top of those dunes, under the sun, his unruly hair and scarf dancing in the wind.

I love it. Don't miss it if you like beautiful cinematographic art.
9/10
Am on the bandwagon. Lived up to the hype.
rynerbyner2 March 2024
There were only three things I didn't like. Christopher Walken was horribly miscast; it was like he was dropped in from another movie. All I could see was Christopher Walken, not the character he was portraying. The second miscast was Florence Pugh; it just seems like she's in everything right now, which is probably why I have Pugh fatigue. With her performance, she also seemed a little outside of the Dune universe. Lastly, Glossu Harkonnen got a wicked nerf bat in Part 2, which was a tad strange; in the first, he was perceived as brutal and fearless, and in Part 2, he was a coward and a screw-up. Besides those three critiques, the movie itself was fantastic.
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10/10
Masterpiece- Absolutely blown away!
jonpime-123343 March 2024
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I just came out of the cinema, and I'm absolutely blown away! "Dune: Part Two" is a masterpiece that deserves nothing less than a 10-star rating. It's the best movie I've ever seen! The way Denis Villeneuve has expanded the grandeur of the first film is nothing short of miraculous. The visuals are breathtaking, and the story is richly layered, making it a saga that you feel deep in your bones.

Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides is phenomenal. He brings such depth to his character, portraying the complex emotions of a young leader caught in a web of love, duty, and destiny. Zendaya's portrayal of Chani is equally mesmerizing, adding a touch of raw human emotion that makes the tale resonate with authenticity.

The entire cast, including the talents of Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, and Josh Brolin, contribute to an Arrakis that feels real and alive with political intrigue and social complexity. This isn't just a movie; it's an experience that transcends the screen and stays with you long after the credits roll. If you haven't seen it yet, you're missing out on a cinematic treasure!
10/10
This movie make "Dune - Part One" so much better!!!
jakubport3 March 2024
Not only is this movie absolutely masterful at everything it does, it also makes Dune Part One stand out. As someone who doesn't know the original novel, the Dune hype never truly met me when it came out. Sure. Acting, cinematography, visuals, soundtrack by Hanz Zimmer, everything at its peak. But the most important and my favorite part, the lore and story, were clouded in mist. Didn't understand a single thing, jumping from different parts of the story didn't help.

Characters I never knew interacted with world I never knew, politics of factions I never heard of, it just came down too quickly and with little to explain.

I saw "Dune - Part 2" ... This movie is the Dark Knight, Terminator 2, Spiderman 2, Two Towers... This is the movie that elevates its predecessor to heavens by simply existing. The lore, characters, the prophecy, everything suddenly makes sense. You watch Dune - Part One and you finally understand all those quick shots into Paul's head, what is happening. Legendary saga has been born, saga that is gonna be revered in the next decades for its quality and craft. Thank you, Denis Villeneuve.
10/10
Long live the fighter
leontan-8665727 February 2024
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Release Dates: February 26, 2024 (IMAX Preview Screening of Sweden) February 28, 2024 (Philippines) February 29, 2024 (Germany) March 1, 2024 (United States of America) March 15, 2024 (Japan)

Parents Guides: Philippines:PG Hungary:16 Denmark:11 Finland:K-12 Australia:M Argentina:13 Norway:12 Lithuania:N-13 Netherlands:12 Switzerland:12 Taiwan:12+ Hong Kong:IIA Canada:G (Quebec) Germany:12 Singapore:PG13 South Korea:12 Sweden:11 Vietnam:T16 New Zealand:M Ireland:12A United Kingdom:12A United States:PG-13 Brazil:14 Italy:6+

Running Time: 166 minutes (March 1, 2024) 195 minutes (March 15, 2024) 150 minutes (November 3, 2023)
10/10
Cinema for a Generation
kaustubh-goswami239 March 2024
Dune: Part 2: Review:

"Charismatic leaders ought to come with a warning label on their forehead: 'May be dangerous to your health.'" - Frank Herbert

In "Dune: Part 2," this sentiment finds vivid expression in a cinematic spectacle that parallels the grandeur of iconic sequels like The Empire Strikes Back and The Dark Knight. Building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, this installment delves deeper into the complexities of power, prophecy, and the perilous nature of heroism.

The narrative resumes just after the fall of House Atreides on Arrakis, orchestrated by the secret machinations of Emperor Shaddam IV and House Harkonnen. Despite the devastation, Paul Atreides and his mother Jessica manage to escape, finding refuge among the native Fremen. The Fremen, believing in the prophecy of a savior known as Lisan Al Gaib, come to see Paul as their potential messiah. However, as Paul seeks to rally the Fremen for revenge against the Emperor and House Harkonnen, questions arise about his true nature and destiny.

Director Denis Villeneuve's masterful execution elevates every aspect of the film, from the breathtaking visuals to the nuanced performances. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides is a mesmerizing blend of vulnerability and authority, while Zendaya's Chani serves as a poignant anchor amidst the turmoil. The chemistry between them adds depth to their star-crossed romance, enriching the emotional beats of the story.

The supporting cast delivers standout performances, with Javier Bardem's Stillgar providing moments of levity amid the tension. Bardem's portrayal infuses the character with a blend of wisdom and humor. Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen emerges as a chilling antagonist, his off-the-rails psychosis portrayed with chilling authenticity. The hand-to-hand combat scene between Rautha and Paul, though brief, is a testament to Butler's prowess as an actor and the film's meticulous choreography. Also Rebecca Fergusion as Jessica, Stellan Skarsgard as Vladimir Harkonnen and Batista as Rabban Harkonnen deliver incredible performances.

The film's exploration of religious fundamentalism adds another layer of complexity to its narrative. As Stillgar fervently believes in Paul's divine role as the savior, and the Bene Gesserit manipulate prophecies to serve their own agenda, the dangers of blind faith and fanaticism are laid bare. Villeneuve's deft handling of these themes adds depth and urgency to the story, inviting viewers to reflect on the nature of belief and its consequences.

Greg Fraser's cinematography deserves special mention for its stunning visuals, which capture the vast and treacherous landscapes of Arrakis with breathtaking beauty. Moments like Paul's first ride atop a majestic Shai Hulud are a sight to behold, showcasing Fraser's mastery in bringing the world of Dune to life on the screen.

Dune is incomplete without its music, scored masterfully by Hans Zimmer. He has given uncountable iconic themes in the past and yet he manages to score another gem which will surely become the new benchmark for such out-wordly adventure movies.

"Dune: Part 2" is not merely a spectacle; it is a dark and dense story that demands the viewer's full attention. To fully appreciate this movie, viewers must watch Part 1 and pay close attention to every word spoken on screen. This is not a film to be taken lightly; it is an immersive experience that rewards careful observation and reflection.

One of the most goosebumps-inducing moments comes when Timothée Chalamet's Paul Muad'dib Usul Atreides uses the Voice with chilling authority, screaming 'Silence' to a character. It's a testament to Chalamet's commanding presence.

Christopher Nolan must count his lucky stars that "Dune: Part 2" faced delays, allowing his film "Oppenheimer" to shine during the awards season. Villeneuve's masterpiece would have undoubtedly overshadowed many contenders with its unparalleled grandeur and depth, solidifying Villenueve's status as a true sci-fi genius.

Dune Part 2 is Monumental, Malevolent and Captivating, a true sci-fi movie of a Generation. "Long live the Fighters".

Cannot recommend highly enough to be watched on an IMAX screen.
10/10
Best movie I've seen in a long time!
aaronpolsgrove-418494 March 2024
Very few movies live up to their pre-release hype. Dune does that and then some. This movie managed to exceed my expectations. I will be thinking about this movie for days, and will watch it again several more times. The last time a movie blew my mind like this was when the first Avatar came out in theaters, or the Dark Knight, or Braveheart. This movie ranks at the top of the list of the best movies of all time. The sound track by Hans Zimmerman is also amazing. It really moves your heart and emotions while watching the film. I've ordered the book now and can't wait to read it. Go see this movie in theaters before its digital release. You'll be glad you did.
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10/10
One of the Greatest Achievements in Cinema History!
dstaster3 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve, Greig Fraser & Hans Zimmer have created the most spectacular audio & visual experience ever put to film. Every second of the film is exquisite. This film will forever change the landscape of the blockbuster. Definitely in leagues with the original Star Wars & LOTR. I have no doubt that this will be one of the greatest trilogies of all time.

The scope and visual effects in the film are stunning. It's almost too much to absorb in one viewing. This film really benefits from subsequent viewings to fully soak in the experience.

The performances in this film are insane. Nearly everyone could be or should be nominated. The line delivery is so grounded, adding a level of depth, epicness and realism to every scene.

Denis Villeneuve doesn't take side as he tells the story. The movie is unique in that fact that it really focuses on the elements of the story, while showing really well developed characters interacting with the circumstances. Denis leaves it to the audience to parse out what they think about what is happening rather then seeing it through one characters perspective who informs you on how you should feel. This might make some audience members less invested, but I really respect that creative choice.

Can not wait for Part 3!
10/10
Dune Part 2 = The Dark Knight
wongsatron1 March 2024
Dune: Part Two - A Review (Spoiler-Free)

Here's a spoiler-free review of Dune: Part Two:

Visually Stunning: The film continues the breathtaking visuals from Part One, immersing audiences in the vast landscapes of Arrakis and the grandeur of its cultures. Director Denis Villeneuve's vision shines through, creating a visually stunning experience.

Deeper Exploration: Part Two delves deeper into the complex world of Dune, exploring the Fremen culture and their struggles against the oppressive Harkonnens. It also delves further into Paul Atreides' journey and the burdens of his potential future.

Stronger Focus on Characters: The relationships between characters, particularly Paul and Chani, are given more focus in this film. The performances, especially from Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, are powerful and captivating.

Action-Packed Sequences: While not an action-heavy film, Part Two delivers intense and well-choreographed action sequences, particularly when the Fremen face off against their enemies.

Not a Standalone Film: It's important to note that Part Two is the second half of a larger story. While it builds on the first film and offers a satisfying conclusion to its specific arc, it also sets the stage for a potential third film.

Overall: Dune: Part Two is a visually stunning and narratively engaging film that builds upon the foundation laid by Part One. It offers a deeper exploration of the characters and world while delivering both action and emotional resonance. However, viewers unfamiliar with the first film or the source material might find it challenging to fully grasp the complexities of the story.
10/10
Beyond my very high expectations
djcore-4157528 February 2024
I was lucky enough to catch the IMAX prerelease and left stunned and shocked by how good it was. The imagery created in this movie was beyond anything I had ever imagined while reading the book. The visual storytelling and world building beautifully condenses so much of Herbert's writing to focus on romance, revenge, betrayal, fundamentalism and transcendence. It is a different ride than part one. I won't provide any spoilers, but here are a few other random thoughts.

I got a kick out of the brief but genuinely appreciative intro recorded for the special IMAX showing. I hope they start doing more of these. Hopefully it will get movie fans back in packed theaters because Dune: Part Two is an experience in IMAX that made the story better that I can't get at home. I love watching movies at home with subtitles, but I would have missed a lot visually if I focused on reading those.

I left the theater somewhat overwhelmed by not just the IMAX technology and pace of storytelling, but also the parallels with current events of religious fundamentalism rebelling against corrupt, evil powers focused on maximizing wealth. The fact the movie packed in that much in under three hours was an achievement. I'm looking forward to rereading Herbert's books again.
10/10
A cinematic masterpiece!
pkathan26 February 2024
Dune Part 2 is a cinematic masterpiece. Denis Villeneuve's direction, Greig Fraser's Cinematography, Hans Zimmer's music and marvelous acts by each and every member of the starcast makes this one of the best movies ever made. Put Denis, Greig, Hans, Tim and Austin already as nominees for the Oscar. You can feel that everyone from the team has given their best. This literally was the best cinematic experience I had after Interstellar. I don't think that any film releasing this year will be able to even match this one. I Was lucky enough to catch a fan premiere in IMAX today. Also, the IMAX experience is worth it.
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3/10
A spit on the books the visuals alone cannot redeem
kevindimov3 March 2024
What is wrong with filmmaking these days? The screenwriters? Everyone is giving them a pass with "Oh, but its an adaptation". Well, I am not going to do that when those guys blatantly spit on the story by "adapting it" to the big screen. I liked part one and I still do, even though Harkonnen was not bald. Yes, I can live with that. But what they did with part two is something I cannot forgive as a fan of the books. The books I grew up with and I loved so much reading how Paul grows up from a boy who loses his father and gets thrown into a prophecy whirlwind with his mother by his side. Then he grows up into a man, a prophet, a god. This sequel gives no justice to the story. A FAIL to me at least that even the great visuals and effects cannot redeem in my eyes.
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8/10
Remarkable!
JanskiT25 March 2024
I am incredibly delighted after watching it!

I don't see any point in describing anything about the visuals, everything was clear from the first part, and Villeneuve in general is a great visionary, but I was happy to see that the script doesn't lag behind. The second part is also full of smart and unusual solutions, tricks and references. Zimmer's soundtrack is difficult to overestimate - it is magnificent, as always in projects of this level.

As for the plot, it is just as choppy as in the first part, but this cannot be avoided. At the same time, even at the end of the film, Villeneuve continues to introduce the inexperienced viewer to the universe of Frank Herbert, while hinting that he wants to finally take on the next book. I believe that Villeneuve understands the vision of the author of the books on the world and the future as no one else.

Movies, like books, demonstrate reality mercilessly, hard, dry, like the sands of a dune. Ruling with your heart is weakness, because you always have to make hard choices. Villeneuve also demonstrates how faith and religion are important for the world, how you can create confusion, fool the weak and hit the minds of fanatics without any instructions - just smart planning. For me, this part will be forever etched in my memory. I definitely recommend watching it to those who liked the first part.
10/10
May thy knife chip and shatter..
bestvideos14 March 2024
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The word that will likely be used most often to describe Dune: Part Two is "massive". Expect a whole lot of variations on the words "epic" and "spectacle" too. Whatever big words you apply to the result, Villeneuve undeniably did not approach Frank Herbert's beloved sci-fi novel with modest aspirations. It's his ambition, along with the top tier of behind-the-scenes craftspeople with whom he collaborated, that have paid off in this superior follow-up to the Oscar-winning 2021 film.

While the first installment often felt like half a film, Dune: Part Two locates significantly higher stakes on Arrakis, while injecting just enough humor and nuanced themes about power and fanaticism to flavor the old-fashioned storytelling. More than a simple savior or chosen one story, Dune: Part Two is a robust piece of filmmaking, a reminder that this kind of broad-scale blockbuster can be done with artistry and flair.

The movie picks up so closely on the heels of the first film that the Fremen are still transporting the body of Jamis (played by Babs Olusanmokun) home after he was bested in the fight with Paul Atreides (portrayed by Timothee Chalamet). After the massacre of House Atreides, Paul chose to go with the Fremen, much to the consternation of his mother Jessica (played by Rebecca Ferguson). Thinking both Paul and Jessica were taken by the desert and all hopped up on violence after destroying the Atreides interlopers, House Harkonnen amplifies its attack on the Fremen, leading to a few remarkably staged battles between the warriors and soldiers.

Villeneuve and his team deftly fill the first hour with battle sequences that counter the firepower of the Harkonnen military and the Fremen tribal combatants, who often literally emerge from the earth to destroy them. Bodies fall from the sky as enormous ships burst into flames in a way that feels nearly operatic. Amidst the chaos, Dave Bautista cannily sketches Rabban Harkonnen as a wartime leader who is in way over his bald head, while Stellan Skarsgård leans even harder into a sort of blend between Nosferatu and Jabba the Hutt.

As the battle between the Fremen and the Harkonnens for control of Arrakis serves as the backdrop for Dune: Part Two, Paul's arc from nervous young man at the beginning of the first film to potential leader plays out in the foreground. A Fremen tribal leader named Stilgar (portrayed by Javier Bardem) is convinced that Paul Atreides is the chosen one foretold among his people for generations. Even as so much of the mythology points to Paul's savior role, the Emo King tries to blend into the Fremen, forming a relationship with a young warrior named Chani (played by Zendaya). Paul passes the tests put in front of him by the Fremen, takes on the tribal name of Muad'Dib, and vows vengeance against the Harkonnens who were behind his father's death1.

Dune: Part Two is not just a sequel; it is a testament to the power of visionary filmmaking. Denis Villeneuve has crafted a work that is epic in scale, yet deeply personal. This film solidifies Dune as a landmark in science fiction cinema, offering a narrative experience that is as intellectually engaging as it is emotionally resonant.

As the credits roll, I sit there, spellbound. Dune: Part Two isn't just a movie; it's an experience. It reminds us that power corrupts, that legends are forged in sacrifice, and that love can bloom even in the harshest of landscapes. Villeneuve's direction, combined with breathtaking cinematography and stellar performances, elevates this film beyond mere entertainment.

And so, dear reader, I leave you with this: Let the spice flow, let the sandstorms rage, and may your dreams be haunted by sandworms and whispered prophecies. 🌟🌵
8/10
This movie was all i wanted from it and i cant wait for the next part
piratmaggot13 March 2024
Tis movie was great although not without its flaws, but even whith them it dosent take you out of the experience, the atmosphere is ameazing and you feel like you are in the world of Arrakis. Again this movie is not pervect but the flaws arent big enough that you can't look past them. All the actors did an amazing job and even the beckground characters did there all. The music in the movie was one of my favourite parst because it fits perfectly in to the world and help you get immersed even more. I think that the languages where implemented really well to the point where i can see it being an actual language. Like i said this movie is not pervet it has its flaws i feel like a lot of the ideas could have been explored more and i wish we could have seen more ot the desert an the south of Arrakis. It's a genuinely fun and great movie and i can't recommend it enough.
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10/10
VILLENEUVE IS THE NEW SCI-FI KING
princeneverbacksdown9 March 2024
This movie ends the debate right here.

Villeneuve is currently the greatest filmmaker in the sci-fi genre on the entire planet.

Arrival - Blade Runner 2049 - Dune - Dune Part II

Four back-to-back sci-fi classics.

All of them released within a span of only 8 years, it's just unheard of. The man has truly conquered this genre and become its face.

Dune Part II takes everything from its already brilliant predecessor and elevates it to a completely new level. It's one of the rare sequels that convincingly surpasses the original.

Saying this movie is a "must-watch" would be a massive understatement.
8/10
Good, except for Chani
ghanima_atrieadies16 March 2024
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It's hard to adapt Dune. It's very intricate and with today's snowflakes they have put their own spin on it. Could have been perfect but of course they can't just tell the story as it was written.

I'll star with the Pros:

Overall, very nicely done. Austin Butler nailed Feyd-Rautha and the fight with he and Paul was great.

The black sun on Geidi Prime was very unique and interesting.

Paul riding Shai-hulud for the first time was great and the Attack on Arakeen with the worms was great.

Pre-born Alia. I liked that they showed Jessica talking to her and that Jessica is one hell of a badasa.

Cons:

A, number 1, Paul and Chani. Changing her character changed their relationship into something that didn't make sense. The fact that they changed Chani means they didn't understand her. She loved Paul and stood with him throughout the campaign and for as long as she was alive. She was his tether so he didn't lose his humanity while on his path. She wasn't 'blinded by love' she pushed back on him but never left him even when he married Irulan.

Timeline, Paul's campaign was less than 9 months as Alia isn't even born yet. He spent somewhere in the ballpark of 5 years in the desert. He and Chani even had a son. Why change that? Changing that means you changed who killed the Baron which is a pretty important thing in Alia's life and comes back later. She is known as Alia of the Knife for a reason.

In conclusion, it's a good movie, it really is but even for someone who had never seen or read Dune like my date, Chani was a bipolar pain. "I love you but I don't trust you." "I believe in you but I don't believe you." "You are the written prophecy but I don't believe you." That wishy washy, back and fourth takes you out of the movie because you don't believe this is a real relationship.
4/10
A solid meh
rjkardo15 March 2024
It wasn't as boring as the first one, but too much of the movie and the characters didn't make sense. Chani was deeply in love with Paul but annoyed with him and his role the whole movie, including running away at the end? Alia wasn't born yet - but still had conversations with Jessica and Paul?

The worms were - - oh were the worms there? Other than the mouth and what looked like Fremen surfing in the desert, forget the worms. Apparently the writers did also. The writers who decided they should re-write one of the great sci-fi novels of all time into something else for - reasons? Other than to stretch out the story to make two movies worthwhile there was no real point to the changes. They didn't make the plot clear for anyone who didn't ready the books and for those who read the book the changes were baffling. Explain Chani - Chani who didn't believe Paul was the lisan al gaib. But still apparently loved and followed him for some reasons, I guess? Her character made no sense at all.

It seems they got the characters of Feyd and Raban confused and just melded the two. Feyd was nothing like in the books. Why?
10/10
Best movie of the decade
mgrenier-259449 March 2024
"Dune 2" is a masterclass in cinematography, seamlessly blending breathtaking visuals with a narrative that grips the audience from start to finish. The cinematography expertly captures the vastness and intricacies of the Dune universe, from the sweeping desert landscapes to the intricate details of the characters and their surroundings.

The storyline is rich and immersive, staying true to Frank Herbert's vision while adding new layers of depth and complexity. Each character is expertly developed, and the interplay between them drives the narrative forward with a sense of urgency and intrigue.

What truly sets "Dune 2" apart is its creativity in bringing Herbert's universe to life. From the intricate costume design to the stunning special effects, every aspect of the film feels meticulously crafted to transport viewers to the world of Arrakis and beyond. The attention to detail is evident in every frame, making "Dune 2" a visual feast for the eyes.

Overall, "Dune 2" is a triumph of filmmaking, combining stunning cinematography, a compelling storyline, and a faithful adaptation of Frank Herbert's vision to create an unforgettable cinematic experience.
10/10
Best movie ever
keganwager9 March 2024
WHAT A MOVIE!!!!!!!!!!

The whole Movie is so good! The setting is amazing. The story is so good. And the plot and the premise is amazing my favorite characters are Paul and Chani. This whole movie is seeking revenge from the darkness and the evil that was causing the world to collapse. And following that they decide just like on Star Wars to choose what side they're on the light side or the dark side. And MAN the cliffhanger of the movie was the most shocking thing ever. The whole movie is a very well done movie. I love this movie so much it gave me chills. This movie will get the best picture next year for the Oscars.
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10/10
Review from the Egyptian Dune
mohamed-bin-essa11 March 2024
Done 1 was my best movie ever Now this part 2 is my second best movie ever I'm living 2 KM away from great pyramids where is my home town, So I feel the Magic of sand dune all the time around me, dune story is mysterious, full of signs of ancient Egyptian & religions and ancient Arab magic civilization Anyway I'm not good enough n reviewing movies but I just wanted to record my emotions I always wonder is the story of Dune one and June 2 refers to religions and something like that Anyway, I would keep searching for that because I'm interesting in this movie. I'm interesting about the story, the actors are awesome, specially the mother.
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10/10
Epic Movie
johannesholland14 March 2024
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I have never read any of the books so i am not at all invested in the source Material. Thus i interpreted the characters and the story freely only to later find out that Paul will eventually become a menace upon the world... but so be it, still he is some sort of a hero for me in this Movie, even more so after his transformation...He does have a darkness/seriousness/coldness about him but it just seemed to me like a grounded/realistic view of the world and the things to come.. he can see the futures so he knows what needs to be done to thread the needle and outsmart the Houses and Emperor and free the Fremen... I need to go to the Cinema again and watch it again... it really transports you to another place and immerses you in the Universe that it creates... Awesome Movie 10/10.
10/10
A Science-Fiction Epic From The Past For Today
slystanley28 March 2024
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WOW! JUST WOW! Dune Parts 1 & 2 are the sci-fi epics we need in the modern day. Denis Villeneuve brought us Dune by Frank Herbert with such brilliance that I'm convinced he actually visited Arrakis. And I must eat humble pie since one of my few criticisms of Part One was the lack of Paul's visions. But Part Two really dives head first into this. Bringing Herbert's story of a false messiah to life.

Speaking of bringing to life, here are my three favorite performances:

1. Lady Jessica played by Rebecca Ferguson. Rebecca perfectly captured my favorite character from Dune. Nailing the loving mother and the scheming religious leader. It's unsurprising since she also made a fantastic bad guy in Doctor Sleep.

2. Chani played by Zendaya. While Chani was a good character from the novel. Villeneuve's version has far more agency. Zendaya gives what I believe to be a career defining performance. Especially after Paul drinks The Water Of Life. It was heart-wrenching stuff, man. Kudos all around. 👏

3. Paul Atreides by Timothée Chalamet. After seeing Part One, I read Herbert's genre redefining novel. And I couldn't help but picture Timothée as Paul. Since the character description perfectly fits the actor. However, I wasn't sure if he could pull off the charismatic leader that he ended the novel as. Because I only saw him as the young man burdened by the weight of prophecy. But Chalamet delivers, and I would throw myself at a horde of Sardaukar for him. Usul Muad'Dib!

In conclusion, Denis Villeneuve simultaneously honors the book and crafts an epic sci-fi action movie that anyone can enjoy. I also found it impressive how much I was still rooting for Paul, even when I knew where his story ended. There really is a power to film. Be well, fellow sci-fi guys. Long live the fighters!
9/10
Amazing as expected!
mmyilmazyurt3 March 2024
As I said before Denis Villeneuve is literally the perfect director for this job:

Likes of Incendies (2010), Arrival (2016), and many more projects crafted him more and more for a potential trilogy of Dune.

And in here he goes even further with the themes of Fate, Free will, Coming of Age, Religion & Politics and how can all these can be exploited in the hands of someone which blossoms into his signature film.

Maybe it's one of the reasons why it's so much universally loved right now as well, that it's not so much different from what we're going through.

What is actually fascinating is story knows itself and doesn't make false promises. We can already see the glimpses of who Paul really is, or going to be...

And, all the actors along with Timothée Chalamet deserves all the praises, all of the performances elevate each other.

Production design and cinematography is great as always as well.

All of these were contributed on this masterpiece of course and right now I can't wait for the Messiah. It really is going to be one of the best Trilogies of all time!
9/10
Desert power indeed.
rdavisq2 March 2024
I doubt I'm alone in feeling that part one was great but ended right when it was about to leave the chain. Part two broke it and ran. I personally love it when the setting feels like a character in the movie and the desert is that in this one. Timothy Chalamet gives a performance beyond his young age. Zendaya does well and has a much larger part to play here. The direction by Denis is almost flawless and some shots are pure art.

Not much to say on the negative side. The third act feels rushed quite a bit. Act one and two move along at the same pace as all of part one, then it feels like the end is forced like someone was looking over his shoulder to finish up. This is a grand movie with a grand scope from grand source material and it shows.

What a massive undertaking. It must be so hard to film in a desert, with sand gumming up the technology but you'd never know by watching Dune. It just feels like you are there with them all. Great job! The sleeper has awakened!
10/10
Dune 2 - A science fiction master piece
daddygamer52 March 2024
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Dune: Part One was my favourite movie of 2021. Originally slated to be released in November of last year, this second instalment was delayed due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. So it was with bated breath that I saw it last night in IMAX.

Dune 2 is a masterpiece.

It has been a very long time since a movie has left me speechless.

It is Denis Villeneuve's magnum opus. Very much like how Christopher Nolan crowned his career with Oppenheimer last year, this is Villeneuve's greatest ever movie.

Similar to Peter Jackson's, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), Dune 2 represents another evolution of cinema as an art form. I don't use that word lightly.

This is the true definition of a vice movie (see 4 Types of Movies tab at the top of homepage). The story locks you in from the opening frame and at just 15 minutes shy of 3 hours, this movie absolutely flies by, not once during it's runtime was I bored.

The only downside is my cinema going adventure's of 2024 has peaked with Dune: Part Two, nothing will compare to this movie for the rest of the year.

Let's have a Catch up...

The story picks up literally in the same frame as part one ended. Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two have to be seen as one movie split into two, this is not a sequel. If part one was the starter, this is the main course. It makes the first movie better.

Paul Atreides (Chalamet) cements his position on Arrakis. He along with his mother Jessica (Ferguson) who herself becomes the Revered Mother start to foresee a prophecy that Paul or to give him is Fremen name Usul will become the saviour of the planet. To reflect this Paul gives himself the name of Muad'Dib, a powerful name on Arrakis.

Meanwhile, after Baron Harkonnen continues to lose his grip on Arrakis thanks to the losses at the hands of those "Rats" the Freman and the incompetence of his unstable nephew Beast Rabben (Batista), the Baron calls his beloved other nephew Feyd-Rautha (Butler) up to the plate to re-take the planet in his families name and setting the scene for war.

So, the best way to review this movie because of it's immensity is to break it down, here goes..

Cinematography

Every aspect of how this movie looks is frankly staggering. DP Greig Fraser not only makes each frame look like a stunning photograph, his use of camera angles, lighting and the natural environment is amazing. The battle scenes are jaw dropping and the sense of scale, especially the sand worms in IMAX is eye watering. I had spine tingles for most of the movie.

Sound and Score

The sound is incredible, as I saw it in IMAX (which I implore you to do if able) leaves you shaken in your seat. You will never forget where and when you first saw and heard those sand worms. The score by the legendary composer Hans Zimmer is equally superb and is used to amazing effect.

Cast

As for the cast, each member of the star studied line-up absolutely bring their A game to the table. This movie makes Timothée Chalamet a man. Gone is the petulant son of Duke Leto Atreides (Oscar Isaac). I think Chalamet is fast becoming this generation's DiCaprio. Zendaya was equally superb as his partner Chiani, as she continues to show that she is one of the leading actresses of her geneartion.

After his breakout role in Elvis (2022) and Apple TV+ series Masters of the Air (2024) Austin Butler is a revelation as the psychopathic Feyd-Rautha, beloved nephew to Baron Harkonnen.

No Country for Old Men alum Josh Brolin and Javier Bardem resume their respective roles as Gurney Halleck and Stilgar offering gravitas and wise council to the younger cast who take centre stage.

Florence Pugh as the emperors daughter Princess Irulan is excellent as is the great veteran actor Christopher Walken (In a small but pivotal role) as the Emperor.

My only "complaint" as such is that Dave Batista's character Beast Rabben felt under served and was reduced to a bit of a one note character screaming out orders whilst slipping further out of the good graces of his uncle. On that subject, Baron Harkonnen (Skarsgard) himself so central to the original film is also somewhat side lined in this second part of the movie.

Action

Whilst I in no way shared this sentiment, there were some people who said Dune: Part One was boring and lacked action. The same cannot be said for this continuing instalment.

The action in this movie is breathtakingly shot and choreographed. Whether it was wide scale battles or hand to hand combat it felt exhilarating, organic and primal.

Special Effects

A seamless blend of top drawer CGI and jaw dropping practical effects. Effortlessly combined with filming on location in Abu Dhabi.

Impact on Cinema

Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two, is this generations Star Wars. It however goes further than that, it is Star Wars for grown-ups. There is nothing Disney has done with Star Wars to rival or even come close to Villeneuve's incredible movie. It makes the recent MCU and DC movies look what they are, light weight tensionless candy floss poop.

What Villeneuve has achieved here is simply staggering.

It reminds you of why the medium of cinema exists.

It is a science fiction masterpiece.

Denis Villeneuve and team deserve all the adulation, box office success and awards they can get.

Verdict - Unmissable.
10/10
WATCH IN IMAX
youngjuning1 March 2024
I watched the movie on the premier day in IMAX and i was completely stunned by the movie, it is by far the best movie i have watched. The music, the sounds, the costumes, the acting, the costumes, the character development is absolutely amazing. I just watched the movie for a second time in a regular '' family friendly'' cinema and i just have to say that the expereince wasnt the same. I still got the chills but the intensity you get from this movie in IMAX is not comparable to anything i have ever seen. I cannot urge you enough to watch this in imax and be prepared to get addictet to what is IMO the best movie off all time :)
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8/10
A great sequel, better than the first part
moviemanmo9732 March 2024
This film does a good job picking up right where the first part left off.

The story does feel like a continuation of the first film and not a separate story with the same characters. The beginning of this film continues the world building that it started in the first movie. This film is dialogue heavy but there is never a piece of dialogue that feels unnecessary. More characters are introduced which further expanded the plot and made the story more interesting than the first film.

I enjoyed all of the characters although sometimes Austin Butler's voice did sound a bit forced. The standout was Timothée Chalamet as he was able to use a range of emotions to further develop his character in the story.

The special affects were great and all of the action was entertaining. The music and the sounds were very effective. The colors and costumes are also nice to look at.

Although I really enjoyed this film I wasn't blown away by it. I wasn't bothered by the pacing of the film but did feel some parts could have been trimmed down.

Having never read the books and only seeing the first film this is turning out to be an interesting franchise. I enjoyed how the film ended and how it sets up the next part.
2/10
Broke the story for no reason
michaelkent-734822 March 2024
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Movies don't perfectly reflections the book and we shouldn't expect them to.

That said, Dune part 2 diverged in key areas for no good reason.

The most inexplicable is that the whole storyline from 'will the tribe accept Paul and Jessica?' to Paul uniting the tribes and leading them in the huge final battle takes place while Jessica is pregnant. In the book her child is already about 3 - a far more plausible timescale.

No changes to the movie would have been needed except adding the birth and the character of Alia in a few scenes - the key one being the between the Baron and the Emperor.

Also, Chani is shown as opposing Paul and leaves him, the opposite of their relationship in the book.

It's hard to see how a sequel can make these changes fit the storyline while keeping it intact.
10/10
An incredible and refreshing feat for cinema.
wjb-542663 March 2024
I drove 2 hours through a snow storm to the nearest Imax near me to watch this film. I had heard reviews saying it was on par with the empire strikes back and even lord of the rings. My exceptions were so high, and yet the film shattered the roof. This might be one of the greatest works of science fiction in cinema history and the fact that Dennis and the crew pulled it off this masterpiece... I don't have words to how inspiring and impressive this film is. It made me fall back in love with going to the theater and being a cinephile. This movie will be discussed about for a very long time, me and my friends have yet to shut up about it, and it made the 2 hour drive back feel like it was 10 minutes.
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10/10
Well worth the wait
gnperuti18 March 2024
After falling in love right away with the first Dune, reading the book, waiting two years, and then waiting five months due to the writer's strike, I finally saw Dune Part Two. And let me tell you, if this isn't at least in my top 10 favorite movies of the year, I will be amazed. This is far more than just a worthy sequel. It absolutely surpasses the already spectacular first part. It's a lot more fast paced, with a ton more action. And since we got most of the heavy exposition out of the way in Part One, the film now mostly focuses on letting the visuals tell the story. And what a story it is. Not only is it an awesome sci-fi epic, not only is it a cool revenge tale, but it's the saga of our main character's rise to power coupled with his fall from grace. Paul's journey from refusing to become the Lisan Al Gaib to embracing the moniker and using it to suit his needs is as captivating as it is intense.

The cast does an even better job than the first film. Timothy Chalamet, who was a little bland in Part One, slowly grows into a terrifying presence who perfectly sells Paul's descent into madness. He has solid chemistry with Chani and Zendaya does a great job displaying her love for him and sadness at what he becomes. Javier Bardem goes a little over the top in his belief in Paul, but I never doubt his passion and faith. The new characters are fantastic: Christopher Walken is fun as always as the Emperor and Austin Butler is terrifying as Feyd-Rautha. But, the real star is Rebecca Ferguson. Her development is just as captivating as Paul's and she is downright scary at times.

Visually, the film blows me away. The taste we got of Arrakis in Part One is fully realized here. The Fremen culture is fully explored, shown through Paul and Jessica's eyes as outsiders, and presented through stellar sets. The sound, music, directing, and cinematography are all fantastic. The color scheme runs the full gambit from the red and brown of Arrakis to the black, white, and grey of the villains' world. This is also the first film I saw in IMAX where the sound actually lived up to its reputation.

Overall, Dune Part Two was more than worth the wait. I loved every second of it and you can bet I have every intention of buying it when it comes out on Blu-Ray. As for Dune: Messiah, whenever Denis Villeneuve makes it, I'll be right there in the theater to enjoy.
8/10
Wow - An IMAX experience like few others
ta-982513 March 2024
I wasn't the biggest fan of Dune: Part One but I wanted Denis Villeneuve to have the opportunity to build on it and his sequel delivered in every single way.

The scene was set from Dune Part One and we picked up where we left off. To this end, Part Two benefits from the foundations laid by Part One. The factions are set, motivations clear and the movie is a direct consequence of everything that occurred in Part One, if not thousands of years before. That being said, this film isn't lazy when it comes to building the world deeper. Past characters evolve, new characters appear, motivations become clearer and we get a deeper understanding of how the world works including the different people, religions and weapons. I cared for the characters in a way that I didn't in the first film. Chalamet, Zendaya and the ensembled cast all have their moments to shine but that is another discussion.

However the story is only half of what made this one of the best IMAX experiences. The action set pieces and fight scenes were so well done. The visual are amazing, everything on screen looks real. It's as if somebody filmed a real life place. Set design, cinematography, costumes are all off the charts. It will sweep up a tonne of the technical awards at the 2025 Oscars. If you thought the Sandworm set piece in Part One was good, Part Two takes it no another level.

And despite all of that, the best part of the film might be the sound design. It was relentless and it enhances every second of the film. I don't recall a better sounded film. The desert, vehicles, weapons... Every second you hear something going on and it keeps the world alive.

It was a lot to pack into 2 hours and 46 minutes and certain parts move quicker than you would like, for example the third act, whilst others might feel some of the moments outside of the action scenes a little slower. I didn't have the highest expectations for Dune: Part Two but of course they were blow away as if they got hit by a Sandworm in the desert. This should be experienced on the biggest screen with the best speakers!
7/10
Disappointed
pranay_misra3 March 2024
Saw it yesterday. Not better than part 1. Part 1 gave enough time to establish all characters. Here few important thing or eventa are rushed. Also, Bgm is not great like part 1. Last 30 mintues were very rushed. Overall, a good movie but not better than part 1.

Zendaya ,Timothee ,Florence, Rebecca, Austin, Walken,Bardem, Brolin all were good in their parts.

Part 1 talked more with facial expressions, eyes of characters alongside backgroubd music. This one has his great scenes too, but 2nd half somehow lacks that perfection, for me.

Cgi was also good. But that oscar worthy bgm was seriosly missing for me😪
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10/10
Real cinema is so back!
cthirlby1 March 2024
This movie blew me away! It was insanely good! A long and epic movie full of more crazy world building and an intense action packed story throughout. The cast were really amazing, every single one but the stand out was Austin Butler who played his villainous role to perfection, he was cunning and brutal and his performance was just so intense. The whole film was quite brutal actually especially with more action scenes too and the sound designs were brutal aswell, I can really see why it's been compared to the empire strikes back. Every scene was golden, the acting, the visuals and the cinematography again on point but even better this time showcasing some fantastic epic action scenes and sandworms being seen a lot more. The movie was just so damn intense I loved it so much and the feuds between the houses and Paul getting to this Messiah role was just such a great story. The dialogue in this was so engaging and rich I loved every line. The new characters and lore were a treat and added to the story perfectly. The score was brilliant and elevated the scenes. It ended better than the first to set up the next one too and I'm so hyped to see more I can't wait, I think Villeneuve might be one of the best directors of our time and this movie should be nominated for many oscars cause it was perfect! Overall this is a perfect movie that is so thrilling and so damn intense to watch and is masterfully crafted across every area of filmmaking.
10/10
Must see film, true theatrical experience
Zampzf2 March 2024
I went to go see Dune yesterday on a whim at an Immersive IMAX big screen theater although I usually just view movies in regular theaters I am delighted of my experience.

It was a breathtaking must see experience, all of the cinematography was beautiful & captivating.

The universe felt alive & realistic partly because it wasn't committing the grave story telling Sin of attempting to "tell" rather than "show" as a lot of modern stories do when there's a massive expansive universe to cover in the film format.

Dune was filled with breath taking cinematography and sounds that would take you on the edge of your seat as you felt your body reacting to it as if you were in the world yourself.

Dune Part II is true art, in Logos, Pathos, and Ethos.

It all makes clear logical sense both in the narrative, the characters's thoughts, decisions, feelings, behavior & actions.

It evokes a strong emotional response and puts tension in the viewer's seat.

It clearly portrays the themes of religious beliefs in a fair ethical manner without insulting either the faithful or the faith less's intelligence or trying to tell them what to believe ... merely shows how all of the beings in the Dune universe come to their faith & explores themes of why humans have / need faith in the face of suffering or adversity.

As it is said, all human beings were created to worship something and if nots not a messiah or some God or divine entity it will be other things like "Spice" for instance or power or a dictator or sex, money, love, themselves & being trapped in self centric thinking of the Ego & Prideful mind, etc

Dune also intelligently embodies the masculine & the feminine in its elements of its characters flawlessly showcasing how both women & men have each essence within themselves.
10/10
Tip of my chair
tomarvandijk3 March 2024
Enjoyed every single minute. The first half felt like Avatar in the dessert and the second half which felt like The Matrix and The Lord of the Rings mixed in a stew with an excellent storyline. Excellent cinematography, acting and marvelous special effects. They were so good it felt just as authentic as any other moment in the film. Character development of the highest level. Moment building drove me even further to the front of my chair. Thanks to the score of Hans Zimmer my heart beat harder and faster. This could be the best film from the last ten years. I take my hat of for Mr. Villeneuve.
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10/10
This is the new generation of Sci-Fi.
Aria_der7 March 2024
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I would like to start by saying that I have been waiting for this film since the release of the first part and went to it with religious reverence. The way Denis Villeneuve conveys the scale is simply mesmerizing, the picture in the film is simply amazing, each scene plunges us deeper into the world of Dune. The mysterious Arrakis, the creepy and grey Giedi Prime. All this would be impossible without music that simply takes you to unexplored corners of the planet, Hans Zimmer and his soundtracks, as usual, fit perfectly into the picture. The actors give their best, it's hard to single out one person, because everyone tried, I'll just say that, despite the seriousness of the picture, Javier Bardem often made me laugh softly, he's cute. Separately, I would like to mention the scene where Paul refuses to kill Stilgar and proclaims himself the emperor of dune, Lisan al Gaib - these words just gave me goosebumps. The Bene Gesserit Order, its secrets and representatives are simply magnificent! Florence Pugh and Leia Seydoux are amazing! Of course, there are many discrepancies with the book canon, where the son of Paul Leto II, Alia, who should have already been born and killed Baron Harkonnen, Thufir Hawat, who simply disappeared and, of course, the character of Chani, who completely changed for the better. And, of course, I cannot ignore and praise Austin Butler, who played just a creepy psychopath, I am sure that he will go down in the history of cinema as one of the most creepy antiheroes. Rebecca Ferguson, who magically played a traitor, but still a Gesserit, struggling for her children, and Timothee Chalamet, who just feels his character and all his strength. In general, summing up, I want to say that the film did not disappoint me, for me "Dune" is something more than just a film, it is a whole world that is in my soul and heart.
10/10
What can I say? Wow
matiasliabo27 February 2024
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Was able to watch earlier than most, and I gotta say, Denis Villeneuve is definitely a fan of the novels. Several scenes were long, but it never felt boring or dragged out, my attention was always present throughout the whole film, which is impressive, considering the length.

I got goosebumps multiple times, but the two most memorable times was first when Paul was riding the worm. It was shot in a way that you as the viewer, especially in the cinema with those Dolby Atmos speakers, feel like you're riding it yourself, unreal.

The other time was when all the Fremen was worshipping him, when he truly became the Muad'dib, waking up and being able to see both past and future.

To top it all off, the music and scenery is... 🎩 off to everyone who worked on this, and my favorite composer, Hans Zimmer. Going to be a blast watching him live soon.
10/10
Great movie, but first part was masterpiece
jckaay9 March 2024
You cannot say that this movie is not good, you just can't. Because it is well done, it is entertaining, it doesn't have a dull moment.

But.

I watched it twice and every time i leave, i feel sad. Not quite sure why, but maybe because there are many reasons.

First - this movie should be 2 movies. It had too much of everything and too little time to tell the story in the right way and to develop characters. I felt like i was in a sprint, hurrying up to see the end.

Second - there was not enough music. In first part music was everything! Music was telling the story, causing feelings. Here i just miss it too much.

Third - i just have to point out again the lack of character development. Characters are introduced too fast and disappear even faster. But this is also why i think this movie should be 2 movies instead of one.

And i just have to say Austin Butler was the worst. He became annoying in the real life too. He is so full of himself it's painful to watch. And Zendaya is bland. Also there is zero chemistry between her and Timothee.

Timothee was finally good, but they didn't give him time to shine as much as he can and he can shine a lot. But he was really good.

Overall, movie was very good, and i am happy to live in a time where i had opportunity to see LOTR, Hobbit and Dune, but Dune 2 has its own flaws, and you can feel them. Dune 1 was much better, but Dune 2 is great on its own way, and i love it nevertheless.
7/10
Removing Zendaya would improve the movie
chadurban17 March 2024
Enjoyed the first dune movie, however the second one was all right but not as good. It was way too long, you should have cut at least 40 minutes off of this thing. Zendaya is a horrible plank of wood actress and if you decreased her screen time to about 10% of what it was, it would have been a better movie. The forced love story added nothing to this film and watching her on screen is irritating to say the least. You could have easily taken out 40 minutes of talking scenes that included her and Paul, and it would have sped the movie up a little bit. Just a note for any future sequels, cut her roll down to next to nothing or remove her character entirely.
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10/10
Modern Day Masterpiece
max_gawenda5 March 2024
When you talk about a modern day classic, look no further! Absolutely fantastic. Denis Villeneuve has to be the absolute best director out right now, the man doesn't miss. Every film I seen by him I love.

All star performances by everyone. The best performances I've ever seen from Timothee Chalet. The range this dude can hit while acting is up there with all the greats. Zendaya was also really good in this too and by far her best performance I've ever seen her in. Also can't forget Austin Butler! This dude was menacing and a standout in this movie.

You HAVE to experience this on the big screen in IMAX! Breathe-taking to look at and experience.

My only negative is that, man, I wish this was rated R. Some of the kills (Especially the throat slashes) would add even more to this.
9/10
A movie that will not be forgotten for a long time
Woldmack19 March 2024
It was one of the most incredible movies I've ever seen!

It was obvious that most of the stories were squeezed into the second movie, but this gave us the audience the opportunity to see much more characters, moments and events. I'm sure we are all very happy about it :)

When we compare it with the first movie; I can clearly say that they tried to tell more stories in the first movie, but this movie has more action and plot integrity. Having newly introduced characters and telling their stories was also a very important detail.

I will really wait for the third movie with curiosity, it is clear that the quality will increase exponentially with each movie.
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10/10
DUNE : Part two
hvqgscct6 March 2024
As a film editor and creator myself I have always watched movies from a back stage point of view, trying to work out how they made certain scenes, what sort of editing techniques they may use to build scenes and why. But never really getting lost and pulled in to the story especially with the lack of good movies lately in cinema. It's very rare when a movie is so good that all I can do is just let go of all my own technical observations and truly just enjoy the story. With DUNE: part two I had no choice, it truly pulls you in deep, the story, the characters, everything that's going on around you disappears and all you can think about is what's going to happen next! This is how I know it's a good movie. I highly recommend watching this in the big screen. The music is outstanding. The story is extremely epic and satisfying to witness. Best movie I have seen in years! Even tho I knew this was going to be an amazing film after loving the first story, I was still! Blown away and taken by surprise! Go see it now.
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10/10
Huge in scale
josephpaulobrien2 March 2024
An absolute spectacle, some stellar performances, and a soundtrack to match. The scale is astounding.

This is what cinema and sci fi is about.

There are no short cuts or cheap tricks, Villeneuve has created a fitting sequel to a great first film.

Even with such dense source material there are moments of levity and passion that must have been very difficult to pull off.

I cannot think of a sci fi film series that carries the same amount of emotional weight so well.

Many compare the original book series to Lotr, I hope this series pulls off the same amount of quality that the Lotr series enjoyed.

Am looking forward to watching this again in cinema next week.
10/10
Never seen a better film!
danodanopp28 February 2024
Dune 2 Is truly a Masterpiece, I think every frame of the film is so perfect and beautiful you could call this Art not film. And with DolbyAtmos it is truly unforgettable Masterpiece. The story that contains so many plot twists and unlocking so many new possible films and otherthings is something only Dune 2 have, almost all the time during the film i was breathtaken somethimes i was just watching the beautiful Dune scenes with opened jaw and thinking What the hell just happend in the story. I think no film to this day had ever left me in such awe. No film ever has evoked so much emotions in me and left my head so confused but on the other hand so mesmerized to Dune 2.
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10/10
A masterpiece. Visionary Director, fantastic score, great cinematography, exceptional cast
simonredfern-402742 March 2024
I loved the first movie, even though it slowly built the plot I am familiar with all the dune books and was happy with how it was done. This second movie though is on another level altogether. Just been to the cinema to see it with friends and we were all overwhelmed, definitely this will be the best movie of this year, maybe of this decade. Some slight changes from the books but I can understand why they were made and I think they add to the film.

This is a complex film that works on so many levels. All of us would happily have watched it again immediately, there are so many small details and elements to love.

Do yourself a favour and go to the conema and see this.

I think the third film may not be so good as the third book not so great, being set 12 years after the ending of part 2 when paul is on power for some time, but I am still looking forward to it.

People are comparing this film to Dark Night and Empire strikes back. That is not Hype, I agree. Despite game of thrones being inspired by Frank Herberts Dune and sharing many themes, and despite similarities used by Lucas in Star Wars, if anything the plot elements work even better here in the priginal.
1/10
People have a fight on a sandy planet somewhere, part two
imaxxing2 March 2024
After several years, here it is. It's better than the first film and carries on Villeneuve's undeniable knack for phenomenal visuals and sound design, but the substance of the story itself was about as boring as you'd imagine a featureless desert planet to be. Not to mention it's weirdly orientalist.

Many scenes have abstract and overbaked cinematography that borders on downright self-indulgence. Despite a few epic highlights and eye-catching shots, the story itself boils down to several fights and explosions that amount to an upmarket Michael Bay flick. Premonitions of divinity and tedious ceremonial rites hog swathes of the runtime as we're ushered into forced reverence of an unremarkable Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet). It feels like an intentional plot-building film, an interlude-steppingstone, which is not a good thing because it's relying on your interest in a future film (Messiah), not this one.

Unlike Sci-Fi greats, George Lucas's Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back comes to mind, this film nearly entirely lacks a complex ensemble of vibrant and interesting characters with engaging interplay, repartees, and intelligent dialogue. Lucas took some inspiration from Frank Herbert and (most importantly) formatted the genre for the big screen; making a watchable, likeable and memorable Sci-Fi epic that is now beloved by millions, with a lore that has incredibly rare profundity; even spawning a religion (Jediism). Dune's lore *is* interesting too, it's just poorly represented here.

This film is humourless and flat. The characters had very few interesting things to say. Entertainment was thrown out in exchange for drearily over-serious solemnity. When many costumes are point-blank laughable, I cannot take the film unironically seriously. Various themes are often too obviously borrowed from elsewhere; Harkonnens from the Soviets (the Baron is called "Vladimir"), or the Fremen from Muslim North Africans resisting a colonial force. Earthling motifs take you back to Earth, not to Arrakis.

7.2/10.
10/10
I want to hug Denis Villeneuve for this masterpiece
starlord_645 March 2024
Rarely have I been so awed at the cinema. I very much enjoyed Dune Part 1, and expected something similar with Part 2. However, this second part takes it to another level and delivers one of the best films I've ever seen. This is real cinema. How can I go back to superhero movies after an experience like this? I feel like we've been so deprived of this quality for years.

The acting is top-tier and Timothee Chalamet does an excellent job (as does the whole cast). The costumes are beautiful, the cinematography is breath-taking, the themes are rich and complex. I could go on!

Thank you Denis Villeneuve and the team for giving the world this masterpiece in filmmaking!
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10/10
Monumental and a true Epic
c-mutig2 March 2024
After the credits began rolling, I just sat there, absolutely energized about what I just watched.

"Dune: Part Two" is easily one of, if not THE BEST Sci-Fi movie of the 21st century!

Denis Villeneuve left the bar very high up after 2021's first Dune. This movie easily crosses that bar and puts it even higher above. It's a masterclass of film making with a visual and accoustic experience that will leave you delighted to your core. Every shot is grand, larger-than-life film making, and certainly shows every little dime of its budget, as does its set design, costumes, make-up, effect work, sound, and the INCREDIBLE score by Hans Zimmer. An epic piece of cinema we haven't seen since the Lord of the Rings movies over 20 years ago.

It wouldn't work though without an fitting cast. Timothée Chalamet delivers a presence I didn't think was possible. Zendaya does a lot of heavy lifting, while Javier Bardem mixes his amazing role as the true believer Stilgar with some subtle bits of humour. Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha is a terrifying psychopath you enjoy hating while he's on screen.

I may see this again soon, but what I really need is more. Hopefully we can get more "Dune" movies from the same team and cast in the coming years.
10/10
An epic character study that flips the classic hero story on its head
ctv-604412 March 2024
Dune part 2 delivered in every way on what part 1 began, and served as an artfully brilliant adaption of the source material. Frank Herbert's Dune is my favorite book of all time, and I was more than pleased with the translation to the screen that Denis Villeneuve masterfully put together. The scenery, world-building, character development, music, sound effects, pacing, and overall feeling, in my opinion, perfect for this story. There were a few changes from the book that made the story easier to digest on screen, which I felt was appropriate and made the movie better than it would have been had it directly adapted every detail of the book.

I especially loved this movie's depiction of Paul's internal struggle with a desire for revenge while at the same time growing love for Chani and the Fremen people. He is clearly stuck in the middle of expectations, controlled prophecies, love, loss, and fear of greater loss and suffering. All of this internal turmoil is heard in Paul's words, tone, and seen on his face. Lady Jessica's portrayal is terrifying and unsettling. Chani is the heartbeat of the story and allows the audience a figure to connect with and respond to the events of the film with. Stilgar is devout and unironically hilarious at times.

Every shot of the movie is a work of art. I plan to go back for a 2nd viewing.
9/10
Milestone in SciFi Cinema
Alexander_Blanchett15 March 2024
Now this was a bombastic sequel to an already very good film but this beats the original. Especially in regards of story telling as I found the story in this installment far more compelling as in the first one, which know feels like a Prologue to a fantastic cinamtic experience.

I have never read the book so I cannot compare it, but in terms of writing and especially directing this one is a milestone of SciFi cinema.

I also though some of the performances improved. Timothée Chalamet was great, especially in the second half. Zendaya also had much more to do than in the first part and delivers a wonderful performance. Javier Bardem was great and I also liked that his role was way extended. Good support by Rebecca Furgeson and Josh Brolin. I loved Christopher Walken in his bit role who really did the best he could with the limited role he had and it was amazing. Florence Pugh was also fine, although a little bit wasted. Last but certainly not leased there was this tour de force performance by Austin Butler who was absolutely menacing. He put so much energy into that role and developed one of the scariest villains of the last years. Definitely the best performance in the film and one performance people will still talk about in years. Autin Butler did it again! Bravo!

Technically the film is undoubtly brilliant, from the cinemtography, over the visual effects to the great score and absolutely fantastic sound. All masters of their craft! A needed milestone in cinema!
10/10
Dune: Part Two Is What Movies Were Made For!
quartic-1150026 February 2024
Denis Villenueve you have earned my respect! You are a genius!

Words simply cannot describe just how good Dune: Part Two is. Everything from the score, the visuals, the acting is a billion times better than Part One. You have a film that is able to deliverer on Action while also being a religious and political drama. My excitement of learning more about the world of Dune has simply elevated due to this film. Denis Villenueve has created an amazing sci fi entry worthy of joining the hall of fame of sequels! Simply one of the best films of the past years. If the next entry is able to be just as good if not better than this, we are looking at the next big saga in Cinema.

This is what movies were made for!
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10/10
Astonishing
loxtyrrell2 March 2024
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My mouth was left wide open at many points in the film. This movie rivals interstellar. The visuals were even better than the first film and the acting was incredible. What is a 2 hour 40 minute film felt like an hour and a half to me. The storyline along with the otherworldly music grips you in from the very beginning. A perfect sequel to dune part one in that it's so different to part one but the stakes seem much higher. I will be seeing it again tomorrow after seeing it this evening, which is rare for me.

Now we can only hope this film does well enough to justify a production of dune messiah.
4/10
Dune 2 get a good scriptwriter, it's everything!!
zippo81 March 2024
Yes its spectacular at times visually, Geidi Prime best scenes, Austin Butler best character, why oh why do they speak "American" in such films??? Keep it **neutral** dont say "dook" Omg the DOOKAL RING. LMAO. "What are you guys laughing at", ??? Paul Atreides doesn't say that! He s out there in a fantasy interstellar space world, he is on Arrakas he is not in Noo Yawk.

Austin Butler s language was excellent. Made such a difference.

The script was poor, no punch, no reason to believe Paul was something special, different, above, higher, a teacher a leader, and once he became recognised he should have been held apart, should not have spoken English * at all * just Fremen with subs, were the worms hard to ride ?? As it seemed like this great challenge above all else, then it seemed everyone could there at one point, as my friend said zooming around "like greyhound buses".

Did Stilgar have to be given an accent so I couldn't understand a word he said?

This was bloated often boring and did not nail important things, it got the hard stuff right and the easy stuff wrong.

(And Har KOH- nan is much tougher sounding than Harr- kar-non...when did we start saying it like that? )

Why does Hollywood do this, get the hard stuff right and the easy stuff do wrong.

Btw sorry but TC does not have the bearing, gravitas and manpower for this role, and doesn't transition from boy for all his efforts and his efforts are great but...

Oh did I say spend your money on top professional screenwriters ??? The screenplay did not grab you by the throat it was weak.

Disappointing Dune 2 was let down in ways it didn't have to be. Sad.
8/10
Almost Great!
harril-586-2674510 March 2024
Dune author Frank Herbert created a stunningly visual world which is well captured in this movie: the worms, the evil Baron, Muadib, the Fremen, etc. With so much high quality CGI used to bring the story to life, I was disappointed at the Lo-fi computer crowds effect during Feyd-Rautha's 18th birthday bash. Maybe this black & white segment was supposed to acclimatise viewers to the cheap visuals. Also at this point the narrative slowed down from fast paced excitement to almost boring but picked up again when we returned to the Freman world. The acting was generally excellent except for some characters like the Emperor, his daughter, Feyd & Beast which were never quite believeable. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Javier Bardem gave big heart to their roles with JB acting like a modern Anthony Quinn. Music and sound effects were big and loud but the mix occasionally rendered lead characters' dialogue inaudible.
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10/10
Just absolutely phenomenal.
elliottkemp-5397110 March 2024
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Without a doubt my favorite part was when they attacked the city. The action was always incredible, like when they attacked the spice mining thing, but especially in this part wow. Everything was done perfectly. I definitely didn't like that Paul became a villain but it's still great. Like yeah he sucks now but it's still cool to see. This world is absolutely fascinating, with all the rituals done by the Fremen and all the talk of other worlds and stuff. The Harkonan planet looked amazing, they did that part really well and the editing was fantastic. Probably the thing I wanted to see more of the most was them traveling across the world. As it is they just kinda teleported, I know they rode on sandworms but I wanted to see more, especially when they went through the storm. That part felt like they glossed over it, as well as them mounting and dismounting the worms. I know how they mount but genuinely, how do they get off? Especially with tents on them! How did the tents get on? How did they get off? How did the less experienced people get on? I know the Fremen have been doing this all their lives, but still how do you get a bunch of inexperienced people on a sandworm, WITH TENTS! It's like trying to jump on a freight train and pitch a tent on it while sand is flying everywhere like HOW!! I can't say that's a problem, just something I was really confused by. Anyway seeing Paul's sister was also really cool, can't wait to see more of her. Overall this movie just phenomenal, absolutely worth checking out if you haven't already.
10/10
Holy moly I'm in awe
elliottkemp-5397110 March 2024
I have long wondered about what humans were put on this earth to do. What is our purpose why are we here? Today I got my answer. This. Movie. Where do I even begin. This is one of the greatest movies I've ever seen. I have a few MINOR problems with it, which I'll get to in my spoiler review I'm doing after this. But still, it's just amazing. I don't think my words can do it justice, but I can try. The action is just amazing, some of the best I've ever seen. The dialogue is MOSTLY incredible. One line feels very robotic at the beginning when Paul is explaining to his mom how they'll beat the emperor. Very much an exposition line. To be honest, that's my biggest flaw. Yeah my biggest actual critique is one line sounds a little off. Crazy. The acting is obviously incredible, as well as the direction holy cow. This movie is visually stunning, and the sound design is phenomenal too. The score is incredible. The sound effects and everything are so good! The editing, the choreography, literally everything that makes a movie a movie is done to a T in this movie! The mature themes that reflect real life so well are so welcome! This movie is just phenomenal in every way, and one of the best I've ever seen, most definitely the best I saw this year.
10/10
EPIC, EXHILARATING and a experience of a lifetime
siddharthn-2869812 March 2024
I never imagined that watching a movie would ever give me a profound experience of life. That is what I felt once the credit started rolling after the last frame.

I was teary-eyed due to overwhelming emotions.

It was surreal.

I was lost in the world of Dune!!

I now understand why generations define their eras through movies. Because Dune is that movie for me!!

Wow!! Is this how it feels?!!

You know a particular movie is the 'one' when you only think about the world, the characters, and the whole experience, not the people behind it, as they didn't leave any stones unturned in bringing this masterpiece alive!!
10/10
Eschatologist Sci-Fi Movie
ibnug28 February 2024
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-Visual- This movie is a feast for the eyes. Denis Villeneuve managed to visualize the planet Arrakis very well (although that's only part of the planet). But, you will be surprised in some parts, because the colors move very quickly, cut to cut, dark to light.

-music & scoring- Well, when Hans Zimmer is in charge, there's no cure, really. The sound design is magnificent. Every time you hear the beat of the music, your chest will shake.

-Story- The storytelling in each act always makes me curious and interested to see the continuation in the next acts. The character development of Paul "Muad'Dib" Atreides and his mother is very good. From being a nobody, the community is even skeptical, to being trusted and revered.

-Interpretation- For those of you who study eschatology, understanding this movie will not be difficult. Especially if you learn from several religions. The concepts of messiah, al-mahdi, anti-christ, and prophethood are all here. For myself, I ended up wondering again. About the eschatological concept that I currently believe in. Maybe the promised al-masih & al-mahdi, the concept can match what Frank Herbert wrote (maybe). After all, Frank must also have been inspired by the eschatological concepts of existing religions.
9/10
Immense spectacle, not without weird details...
samerabdallah6 March 2024
The film sets very high standards for science fiction films, with a stellar ensemble cast, great cinematography, spectacular filming locations, outstanding sound effects, impressive interior sets, the list of superlatives is long...nontheless, a few remarks:

  • One wonders, in fighting scenes, tremendous technological weapons are used, but then individual fighters still use...swords and long knives! At least in "Starwars" movies they used swords but they were lazer swords!


  • Sometimes when Timothee and Zindaya and others walk on the sand, they seem to have taken courses at the Ministry of Silly Walks !! (a British tv comedy show from the 1970's)


-A legendary actress like Charlotte Rampling is filmed most of the time wearing a huge head veil....why cast her if we can hardly see her face ?! (don't get me wrong, I am a big fan of Charlotte, that's why I am objecting....)

-The film gives a good training for those wishing to practice sandworms sailing, showing how to go about it, as individuals or as groups!

-The actors have this silly tube connected to their nose; sometimes they have it, sometimes they don't, go figure why

-Be prepared, or let your ears be prepared, for intensive bass sound effects (specially if you are seeing the movie in Imax), though they are very effective

But let's be serious, it's a great film by all standards, and a worthy cinematic experience.
10/10
Better isn't possible
cxrrw2 March 2024
After coming home from watching this in IMAX all I want it is to go back. I was both elated and grieved when the atomics went off and when Feyd Rautha fights Paul... why, because I knew the end of the story was coming. I couldn't get enough. Denis pulls off the spectacle and the story in such a marriage of wonder that it would be wise that no attempt is ever made again to make this book into a movie... this IS the book. Every character is solid, totally sold on every actor's portrayal of their character. Author Butler was a malevolent masterpiece, Timothee Chalamet truly shows us Paul, the teenage child grow into the Lisan Al Gaib. This is going to be the canonical trio of this generation just as Star Wars 4/5/6 was of the past. Nothing better.
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10/10
best movie I've ever, and will ever see
nekibalkanac28 February 2024
First of all, this movie isn't for everyone. It isn't a movie you go to see with your friends expecting action. It also isn't a basic sci-fi movie, it's different. Main theme, in my opinion, is the importance of relegion and politics, and the influence it has on us. The Bene-Gesserit were shown so beautifully in this movie-their role, influence and power they have in Dune universe. Frank Herbert is a genius for his time, and the themes he writes about are relevant, both then and nowdays. This movie is absolutely worthy of every praise it gets. Many might not understand it because they haven't read the book, and that willa affect their opinion of this movie, but i think it's fantastic. Yes, a few thing were changed, not necessarily for the better, but it has to be that way in order for such a complex piece to be understood to the broather audience.

The first and second part are so much different (in a good way). The chang that characters go through (Paul, Jessica) are so incredibly shown, and you can clearly see that they are a a completely different person by the end of the second movie.

Special praises to Denis Villeneuve, he is a genius I got goosebumps far too much times throughout this movie because of the music which is absolutely mesmerizing.

I really hope there will be a third part, and can't wait to go and see this movie many more tikes in theaters.
6/10
It's not a masterpiece
aryaprakhar-9830130 March 2024
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Dune Part 1, a movie incomplete in itself was made setting the stage for something bigger. Though, Dune 2 did not disappoint, it certainly didn't achieve anything great.

The movie starts off fine establishing the characters and where they stand now. However, the transition of Paul accepting the title of Lisa Al Gaib was rather half baked and not convincing. He just sees his sister in the future and decides all of a sudden the prophecy etched by his mother and the council, which he despised all this time was the only way to go forward.

Even, the main antagonist at least in some aspects. Feyd Rautha was introduced in a rushed manner, and just seemed to exist to create some power dynamic and he was disposed like Harkonnen's leader when they served no purpose to the story. There is no respect for the ploy you build and these villains were just set up to fail.

All in all the story is pretty crude, though the cinematography is great and the performances by Josh Bulin and Rebecca Ferguson are noteworthy, I just think the movie has to many plot holes to fill and only somewhat lives to the hype.
10/10
Lisan Al Gaib!!!!!!
hollany-566813 March 2024
Any one that gives a rating less than 9-10 lack taste for great movies. They are the problem of this world and they never see the good in anything.

Dune 2 is one of the best movies I have even seen and I'm an avid movie fan across all genres. I will recommend you watch the first part if you've not seen it before or just to get a recap and then go get your minds blown away. Certain moments will definitely stick with me for a while and the journey Timothée took from the start till end of the movie was phenomenal. I could barely recognize him and just found myself chanting Lisan Al Ghaib also. Thanks.
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9/10
Very, very good
ninjaninja-851283 March 2024
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This movie really does take what Dune Part One does great, and do it just as well and in some cases better. The acting is superb, the visuals and cinematography are amazing, the music/lack thereof enhances scenes. I absolutely love the costumes. There is so much to like. I've never read the books, I haven't seen the 1980's movie, I even only recently saw Part One. Going in blind still has blown me away. Some movies really struggle to immerse you and make you feel like a fictional world could be real, this movie is not one.

Timothee really steals the show for me once he comes back to life. He really seemed untouchable and has a commanding presence. The duel between him and Na-Baron was intense, and I loved how there wasn't any music for that fight. The worm riding scene was so cool too.. heck, I thought Chani showing Paul how to properly sand walk was great (the shot with the close up of her feet).

The only knocks I have against this movie are when Paul is supposed to survive in the desert alone, then shortly meets Chani. Then suddenly they're out with a bunch of Fremen taking on a spice harvester? It seemed as though they rushed Paul and Chani's relationship a bit. Also, when Paul doesn't want to go south, but then decides to. He ends up drinking the life water. Did he need to do that? I'm not sure if that was explained, or if I missed it. Some of the Harkenen scenes with the coliseum as well as the shots of the army didn't have the greatest special effects to me, but that might've been intentional.

Overall, the few problems I had with the movie really aren't that big of a deal. I saw it in IMAX which was a good idea! I'm looking forward to being able to see this again. To me, this is more of a 9.5/10. Might end up changing it to a 10 after another viewing, we will see. Highly recommended!
10/10
Masterpiece
lasttreeonearth2 March 2024
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Dune Part 1 was only the beginning. Where the first part sets the tone and foundation for the story and themes the second part elevates the story, visuals, design, soundtrack, cgi, characters and every other aspect into another stratosphere. Its a perfect second part of the Dune Trilogy. A war movie with neverseenbefore shots combined with the story and characters. The story continues even stronger than in the first part, especially the build up to the final showdown leaves room for specilation and interpretation. The holy war just begand and with burn the whole galaxy. Dune Part 2 ist cinema at its best visually, story and character wise and just overall.
9/10
The Problem with Chani
Tobi-wan-kinobi11 March 2024
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It was a visual spectacle and refreshingly it lived up to and beyond the hype.

However, for me there was a niggling itch through the movie. Something about Chani's character that bothered me and only grew as the movie progressed.

I googled to see if others shared this feeling, all I could find was praise for the character. However there was consensus that she was written very different from the book.

I finally found an article that helped describe the disconnect I felt with Chani

The following is not my writing and all credit is given to Kara Kennedy - " ...Herbert's novel Dune, Chani has a range of roles and avenues of strength, influence, and power. She becomes Paul's love but begins as the young woman who introduces him to a foreign desert land in his visions and the one who guides him as he integrates into the Fremen community. She is a fierce young fighter as well as a religious leader in her role as Sayyadina, standing apart from Paul to oversee the cultural rites. She is a young mother who finally wins the approval of her child's Bene Gesserit grandmother, Jessica, and saves Paul from a long coma. She is wise enough to understand the political necessities of Paul legally marrying a princess and trusted by him to negotiate the marriage contract.

Chani's attachment to Paul is an important part of the story, but it does not reduce her to being a simple, one-dimensional female character. Chani is an essential window into Fremen culture. Her multi-faceted character challenges stereotypes about women of faith and women in non-Western cultures that continue to be debated about in the real world.

Meanwhile, the films-Dune: Part One and especially Dune: Part Two-make substantial changes to Chani's character in the name of making her more independent, which end up making her more stereotypically masculine. She is mainly a fighter who has a fling with Paul. She is not a mother and not a religious figure, instead rejecting any association with religious beliefs or practices. She is almost a second Jamis except that she has a brief romantic entanglement with Paul.

Chani's disavowal of the religious elements in her culture arguably represents a contemporary, Western, cynical view taking over the story; that religion must be purged to empower the individual, to free women from their shackles. This change in Chani's character appears to be intended to make her more free and complex, because she's not a follower and she doesn't believe. She can be dismissive of Paul and sees little to learn from him. Their relationship is then not a mutual exchange, a partnership, but something she has to turn aside from to be independent.

The underlying message is that if Chani were a woman of faith like in the book, she couldn't be an interesting, complex character, just a follower who's oppressed. The takeaway is that the Fremen's religious system is bad because it was influenced by outsiders. That faith makes people weak and that being a fighter and killer is preferable to being like the women who live in the sietches, wear headscarves, and discuss religious ideas, or who carry the tribe's ancestors in their bodies.

Chani may also reflect a deeper fear in the increasingly secular West about the power of religion in the 21st century. It is possible that the idea in Dune of an oppressed group militarily united under a religious banner, drawing strength from a belief in something greater than themselves, is still too much to put on screen in an adaptation, especially given the book's Middle Eastern influences. If viewers need to be reassured that not everyone believes, that there is division, that someone is the rational one to turn away from the 'fundamentalists,' then Chani offers this. She is the contrasting perspective, the voice of so-called reason, who questions the religious indoctrination.

But ultimately, the considerable changes made to Chani's character for Denis Villeneuve's film adaptations alienate her from her lover and her culture and strip her of the many roles she has in the book. Any complexity gained by her skepticism is offset by the loss of her influence and authority and her place in her community. Chani's depiction in the films worryingly suggests that the price of being an independent woman means being faithless and alone."
10/10
The movie everyone should watch!
olisilumea17 March 2024
Dune: Part Two exemplifies cinematic brilliance.

With a masterful blend of storytelling, visuals, and sound, this film delivers an unforgettable experience. Denis Villeneuve's direction is nothing short of extraordinary, and the performances are top-notch. In an era where blockbusters often prioritize spectacle over substance, Dune: Part Two stands as a beacon of artistic integrity.

It's a film that dares to challenge, to provoke, and to inspire. So heed my advice: don't just see Dune: Part Two, experience it. Let its grandeur wash over you, and revel in the magic of cinema at its finest.

Whether you're a fan of the book or new to the universe, Dune: Part Two will captivate you from start to finish. And trust me, seeing it on the biggest screen possible, like IMAX, is an absolute must. This is cinema at its finest, and it deserves every bit of praise it receives.
10/10
I felt obliged to rate this.
danialumerbaig3 March 2024
I have never actually published a review/rating on a movie prior to this, but after having seen it i simply just had too. I have watched a couple of movies of different sorts, many of which i truly enjoyed, but this... this was different. When i sat in my seat, watching this movie unfold before my very eyes, i was left flabbergasted. I genuinely got goosebumps like 17 times watching this movie, and it felt as if i entered a state of nirvana towards the end of it. I have never gotten such a feeling from watching a movie before. This was truly sensational and mindblowing in every way possible, im in awe. 11/10...
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10/10
Rare case the film beats the book
jordylukeb19 March 2024
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Okay diehard dune book fans, this is no disrespect to the book in which I love! However, for as wonderful as Herbert's universe is, often the female characters are underdeveloped and lack agency. Villeneuve recognises this and we gain a more nuanced and complex Chani, Irulan and Jessica. Chani perhaps gains the most development, with her actively pushing against Pauls plans and featuring alongside him during major battles. Zendaya is perfectly cast, she brings an emotional weight to Chani's character that i have always found to be missed opportunity within the first book.

Usually I'm against directors making major changes within book to film adaptations, and as the first film was fairly truthful to its source I was intrigued to how this would change with part 2. Major changes are made, most obviously being a smaller time jump in which we miss out of on the brith of Alia. Thank goodness, because while I am a fan of Alia within the book, an adult/child hybrid portrayed through live action is risky and often falls flat (Renesmee anyone?). I felt we still gained the importance of Alia's presence and also a great addition of Anya Taylor Joy who hopefully we get to see more of in potential sequels!

Arguably, this is one of the most stunning films ever made, with attention to detail coming in an abundance. If you enjoyed the first then RUN to see it. I often hear complaints from people that nothing happens during the part one, try part two as I challenge you to not be bored during this delicious sequel!
6/10
See it in IMAX!
benhfairbanks11 March 2024
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This movie had some of the most impressive visual effects of any I have ever seen. Seeing it in IMAX was an experience. That said, I didn't love the story or the pacing.

I did not feel like the movie dragged on (despite being almost 3 hours) but it was extremely choppy and important moments/character arcs were not well developed. With 3 hours of runtime, I would have liked to see more development and explanation!

A few examples of this: 1) the scene were Paul needs to navigate the desert alone. This was supposed to be a major canonical event to show that he is the messiah. He goes out alone, is immediately met by Zendaya, and then the scene ends with no further discussion. The worm riding was similarly undeveloped (no training scenes, etc) 2) The transformation of both Paul and his mother. They seem to both immediately jump into their new personas 100% as soon as they drink the water. I think it would have been more interesting to show them grow into their new roles, or at least show some introspection about how abrupt the changes were.

A few other things I didn't love: Somehow the bald people can't defeat (or even find) the Fremen, but as soon as Austin Butler comes in he can find their shelter immediately and torch the whole thing? The Fremen have these OP laser guns but are still relying on hand to hand combat?

I think the movie could also have been a little more helpful to those of us who haven't read the books by reiterating some of the lore and rules of the Dune universe.
9/10
One of the greatest sci-fi films
noahryu-2299428 February 2024
It was a pleasure to watch this movie on opening day. Visually stunning, it ranks among the greatest sci-fi film of the decade in my opinion. Having read the book, I'm impressed by Denis Villeneuve's masterful adaptation and his captivating vision of this universe and world building. His cinematography beautifully portrays Paul's journey and destiny. The story builds expertly on part one, with strong characters facing difficult choices. I once again praise Greg Frazier for the breathtaking images, the sound design team and everyone involved in the incredible sets and costume design. I can't wait for Dune Messiah, and highly recommend everyone to experience this film in the theaters.
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9/10
a masterpiece!
ichjanedutarzan5 March 2024
I was blown away by the sheer power and efficiency of the storyline in this film. Unlike its predecessor, which occasionally felt dragged out, every scene in this sequel felt vital and impactful. The dialogue crackled with intensity, leaving me inspired and moved.

Managing character development in a film with a large ensemble cast can be a daunting task, but here it was executed flawlessly. Each main and supporting character brought something unique to the table, enriching the narrative and adding depth to the story.

From the seamless editing to the captivating score, the stunning cinematography to the exceptional acting, every aspect of this film was executed to perfection. Watching it in IMAX only heightened the experience, elevating it to a whole new level of cinematic brilliance.

In short, this film is a masterpiece in every sense of the word. I wholeheartedly recommend experiencing it on the biggest screen possible to fully appreciate its grandeur and impact.
7/10
Denis Villeneuve's Sci-Fi Epic Is Gigantic, Incredible & A Modern Cinematic Achievement
SAMTHEBESTEST28 February 2024
Dune 2 (2024) : Movie Review -

Dune 2 Review : First of all, let's hail the great Denis Villeneuve for getting one of the greatest casting coups on board for Dune 2 with Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Dave Bautista, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, and Javier Bardem. Secondly, let's hail the genius filmmaker for his extraordinary vision that he has kept hidden for years. He was so busy with story-driven films, so we all thought that he couldn't make a big-screen spectacle like Cameron or Jackson. Dune 2 proves that he has enough fire to light the big screen with his astonishing direction skills and visionary storytelling. Dune 2 surpasses the grandeur of Dune Part 1, or, for that matter, any Hollywood movie in recent times, except Avatar: The Way Water. The said Pandora's Blue Tale lacked a unique story, but Denis got it here for his dusty desert tale. So it's like it's a visual spectacle meeting a tremendously rich script. You can't afford to miss that, can you?

Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) is accepted in the Fremen tribe and is trying to be one of them. While he is getting better during the trailer, Stilgar (Javier Bardem) informs Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) that their Reverend Mother is dying, convincing her to become a replacement by drinking the Water of Life, a deadly poison that is fatal to males and the untrained. She drinks it and turns herself into a mother Reverend, but because she is pregnant, it might turn ill on her. She starts speaking to her unborn child, a daughter, who keeps guiding her on what to do next. Meanwhile, Paul embraces the Fremen ways and learns their language, passing tests like riding a sandworm. He begins a romantic relationship with Chani, becomes a Fedaykin fighter, and assists during raids on Harkonnen spice harvesters, earning the mantles "Muad'Dib" and "Usul," by which the Fremen identify him as the "man who leads the path." On the other hand, Baron (Stellan Skarsgård) demotes Rabbani (Bautista) for humiliating the family by running away from the fight and makes psychotic Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) a new leader. Paul Muad'Dib leads the troop to the south and is joined by the former military leader of Atreides, Gurney (Josh Brolin). Will Paul be able to defeat Baron and Feyd-Rautha?

Dune 2 is an engrossing script that lasts for 160 minutes without becoming dull. Yes, there are a few moments that feel slow, but nothing too serious. The conversations are engaging, and some comedy scenes also work despite repetitive lines. Dune 2 scores high in visual presentation. It's an alien world with human-like characters, but it's completely out of your imagination. That's the power of the sci-fi epic genre, right? You must create a world that hasn't been seen or imagined by others. Only then can you convince viewers to believe in your vision and fantasy world. Every single feature of Dune 2 is a prime example of a creative sci-fi world. You get to see new kinds of clothes, people, soldiers, weapons, gods, spiritual idols, wars, and what not. The desert, storm, attacks, machines, flying machines, and what not-how on earth did Denis visualise all these alien things? And the bigger question is, how did he bring them alive on screen without any compromise? That's the most stunning part of Dune 2, and that's more than enough reason why you should not miss this larger-than-life spectacle on the big screen.

Dune 2 has a solid acting unit. Timothée Chalamet may have just gotten the role of a lifetime, and how bleeding good he is as Paul Muad'Dib Usul! You get to see a wonderful transformation from him, and he is likely to take it to a whole new level in the upcoming Dune movies. Zendaya has given a great performance despite many limits to her character. Rebecca Ferguson will stun you with her deadly role in this one. Let me warn you, she is not the same Rebecca/Jessica you saw in Dune Part 1. So, be prepared for a surprise. Austin Butler fits well as a new antagonist, but I think he should have had more scenes. Josh Brolin and Dave Bautista were good in their roles, while the female side was well managed by Florence Pugh and Léa Seydoux. Christopher Walken and Stellen Skarsgard get some important scenes, and they show what experienced actors can do. Charlotte Rampling hardly shows her face, so I couldn't catch any expressions, but the voice tone was nice. Javier Bardem will go down as one of the best characters from Dune 2 for his involvement as a character and its growth as well. All those comic punches were hit by him only.

Dune 2 has eye-pleasing cinematography (Greig Fraser) and a terrific background score by maestro Hans Zimmer. Joe Walker's editing keeps you on the edge of your seat despite the long runtime. I used to say that a long runtime doesn't hurt if it's Avatar 2 and Oppenheimer. Now, I'll add Dune 2 to that sentence. Keeping audiences interested in your story for 160 minutes is a big task nowadays. Dune 2 passes that litmus test too. Now, come to the captain of the ship, the master, the great Denis Villeneuve. I have been a huge fan of Incendies (2010), and I always believed that Villeneuve was better with such pathbreaking stories and thrillers, not grandeurs. Well, he proved me wrong, and I am so happy. Dune 2 comes as a testament that Denis can handle big-ticket entertainers too without hurting his content-loving fanbase. You may be a Marvel or a DC fan for their explosive entertainers, but the real "Marvel of a cinema" is here. Dune 2 has some outstanding war scenes that come with incredible vision and fantastic storytelling by the master filmmaker. In short, it's like Cameron meets Scorsese! I said it there, and I am so proud to say it. Overall, Dune 2 is stunning, incredible, wonderful, and anything close to whatever you call a modern-age sci-fi classic. Do yourself a favour and watch it in IMAX. The experience will shake you.

RATING - 7.5/10*
10/10
Duna, masterpiece
contatosantuches1 March 2024
The film "Dune 2" is a cinematographic work that impresses in several aspects. From the gripping soundtrack to the brilliant scenes and footage, the production captivates the viewer from start to finish. Timothée Chalamet's performance stands out, adding a layer of depth to the character.

When watching the movie, the experience is engaging and exciting. The expectations created by the critics are surpassed, leaving the public eager to review the work. The harmony between Villeneuve's vision and Hans Zimmer's music is remarkable, contributing to the immersion in the narrative.

In short, "Dune 2" is a movie that deserves to be enjoyed in theaters. With impeccable performances, a striking soundtrack and stunning scenes, the production stands out as a true work of art. Now it remains to look forward to the third film and continue to marvel at all that "Duna" has to offer.
8/10
Nice!
stephanunkarl3 March 2024
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I'm a nerd for Dune and I found Dune Part 2 really well done. Everyone is raving about the effects, to be honest I found the sandworms to be not so impressive. Ornithopters and spice mining equipment were awesome. Chani's role, for which Zendaya is a perfect fit, is inflated to the detriment of the overall experience. The end of the movie was really quite disappointing, with Chani making a scene (again), but also in particular that Alia didn't materialise. And the plot to kill Paul with a hidden blade didn't come out either. Christopher Walken is not a good cast for the emperor, which is really sad, as it is such an important role. The Sardaukar were not at all fearsome. Irulan though, in her blandness, was perfect. It would have been nice to emphasise the importance of the spice more, and what all the fuzz around Arrakis is actually about. The cruelty of the Harkonnens is conveyed convincingly, but Feyd is a weak character. Mentats and Guild are missing which is sad. But the focus on the ensuing jihad in the end is a nice touch. Overall, very good but the ending (from where Paul kills the Baron) is really a bit of a fail.
10/10
11/10
xxx3-329 February 2024
This movie is simply a masterpiece. It will be a pillar of science fiction genre. Hat off to Denis, as he is one of the best directors of his generation. It still amazes me how this man can't do an average movie. He understands how movies works, he puts the accents on character development, story, visuals, sound, to deliver us immersive experiences like no others. Everything works perfectly in this movie. I just didn't want it to end. It shoks me to see people rating movies 1/10 just because Zendaya was in it, or because it's too long, or because they didn't like the music (it just goes to show how little some people understand movies and the effort put by the creators to offer the best cinematic experience possible. As a fun fact, no director or producer starts off by wanting to do a bad movie. Even the most mediocre movies I can't rate them with less than 5 or 4 stars, let alone give it a 1 star because I didn't like one thing, completely ignoring the other things that make it great). Writing this I feel the need to go see it one more time :) Good day my fellow movie lovers.
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10/10
Believe the hype as it is written.
swrebelscum9 March 2024
This sequel and adaptation of the second half of Frank Herbert's novel Dune is an amazing cinematic experience. We follow Paul on his journey into the world of Arrakis' native Fremen, many of whom believe him to be a Messiah figure. He must face the prospect of rising to lead these people from their oppression but his visions warn him this could also lead to greater horrors for many more people galaxy wide.

The world building and storytelling are so incredible, as is the acting and cinematography, but the real MVP is the sound design and score which makes you feel fully immersed in the movie.

Timothée Chalemet is astonishing in the lead role, and he stands out above the stacked cast around him. It's early in the year, but he should be a strong contender for many best actor awards next awards season.

I would encourage everyone to see this in a cinema if possible, it is truly fantastic and I like many others I am becoming obsessed with the story and world of Dune.
10/10
Materpiece is an understatement. LB: danva0307
danva-6827128 February 2024
LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS!

This film being a masterpiece is simply an understatement. It's practically perfect. I genuinely have not a single critique that I can think of. This is the best experience with a film I probably have ever had.

I'm going to split this up into two parts, the first without spoilers and the second half will contain some pretty big spoilers that I need to address.

Spoiler Free:

Where do I even begin... from the very beginning scene you can tell this is going to be phenomenal. If you liked Dune 2021 at least a faint bit you will most likely love this. Everything from the first film is elevated tenfold. You can feel the amount of pure passion and love that Denis Villeneuve and the entire crew poured onto this behemoth of a project. Easily another Oscar sweep for Dune, this time it'll most likely win Best Picture because I can't fathom another film getting this close to perfection ever again or at least in the near future. Visually unexplainably beautiful. If you get the chance you need to watch it in IMAX or just the largest screen and loudest speakers you possibly can. The black and white Feyd-Rautha sequence is edited to unfathomable levels of perfection, hell that's just one of the scenes I can say that for. This movie has at least ten of the most bad-ass shots I've ever seen. Hans Zimmer's score is crafted with his usual mastery and is complimented so greatly by Greig Fraser's visuals in a beautiful tango of sight and sound.

The conflicts our characters face are so intriguing and immersive, that we understand what they're going through, the dire decisions they have to make, and what it will cost them. The commentary on faith, purpose, and what is too far? It's so much more than a pretty sci-film movie with cool sounds, there is so much soul and so much to say and it executes every beat it wants to hit without fail. From giant epic battles to deep, personal, emotional, and quiet conversations it all blends as one beautiful portrait that is easily Denis Viellenueves Magnum Opus.

The entire cast bodies every roll. Timothee Chalamet is the perfect Paul Atreides he handles his character with such power and gives off this Aura that I haven't seen in a very long time, may be the best character ever written that I've seen. If you don't care about this film at all that's okay, but please watch it to see his performance at least. Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha is even more menacing than he is in the books and, again, is transformed into a performance I could see getting him another Oscar Nomination. Rebecca Ferguson's Lady Jessica has this presence that I can't even put into words. Zendaya's Chani has this beautiful chemistry with Chalamet's Paul Atreides with an irreplicable story between them so greatly displayed.

I LOVED the costume design accompanied by some spectacular lighting that compliments each other in a way I haven't seen anything close to it.

This is absolute Sci-Fi perfection. This is tied or even surpasses Empire as the best Sci-Fi film of all time and is the easiest top four I have ever put on this account, and it won't leave that's for sure. Every person who worked on this is a master at their craft and will be remembered throughout history as the people who put together potentially the greatest story ever told. I heard all the praise that this film got and knew after reading the book that it was going to be easily one of my favorites, but nothing could have prepared me for it to be as good as it was. Genuinely cannot think of a complaint. I commented on the first Dune how I wish there was an extended edition, not needed anymore. Denis Villeneuve couldn't have done better. He elevated the emotion and intensity of everything that happens in the novel with numerous additions to the source material while still being perfectly faithful. The only thing that saddens me is that Frank Herbert himself couldn't have watched this, I just know this is exactly what he wanted and what he deserved for his masterpiece of a novel.

I can't express what this movie means to me, I'll be rewatching it over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over and over again. I've thrown around the phrase "This is my Empire Strikes Back" a few times like when I watched Endgame for example, but this is truly the only film that is deserving of that phrase. I'm so thankful I had the opportunity to see it all unfold in IMAX with a packed theater of pure Dune fans. It felt like home.

LONG LIVE CINEMA.

SPOILERS: .

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. THEY GAVE GURNEY HIS BALISET!!!!! I genuinely got so excited that he got his few seconds with it. Denis' adaptation is so faithful to the source material while still having some insane creative liberties that for the first time (outside of his first Dune) just increases the quality.

I LOVED what he did with Princess Irulan where we got to see her actually record the excerpts we read at the beginning of every chapter, such a great detail that lets us dive deeper into her character that barely makes an appearance in the actual book. Actually, Denis Villeneuve does a wonderful job of extending the appearances of all these characters that weren't in the novel in the first place. We get so much Rabban which makes me so happy, I was wishing we had gotten more of him in the first film because he's a pretty important character who we don't see much action from already in the book. So us being able to see him at his fullest during this was great. I can't even begin to talk about Feyd-Rautha... what a character, his presence is only matched by Muad'dib himself (who I will get to shortly). He's so menacing and evil... I love him. Getting to see him just slash people for simply questioning him was awesome and I'm so glad we got to see even more parallels between him and Muad'dib especially the added Gom Jabbar that I don't recall being a part of the novel, hell 90% of his scenes weren't in the novel but are all so in character and perfectly done that it's as if it was all a part of the original writing.

Paul Atreides, Muad'dib, Usul, Kwisatz Harderach, Lisanal whatever you want to call him is easily one of the best characters ever put onto screen. I've said it already a few times, but the AURA that Chalamet brings to this character is something I can't put into words and is something that needs to be experienced. The shift in his character as we see him slowly accept his terrible purpose is so brilliantly displayed. The expressions in his eyes, the way he presents himself, all of it changes ever so slightly as we see him being The One. I remember after reading the book I revisited Dune 2021 and was lost on why they left out the revelation that the Baron is Lady Jessica's Father/ Paul's Grandfather. I remember thinking that this movie was gonna be half flashbacks because of scenarios like that and was slightly worried. I will never put an ounce of doubt on Villeneuve ever again. The way that it's revealed is so well done that it was another one of those moments where you'd think that it was written like that originally. Paul's conflict is so well displayed I loved seeing the really dark undertones that he was showing as the film progressed realizing that this war is a necessary thing to happen and no matter what that throne has to be taken. It's exactly what Frank Herbert would have wanted after he had to make an entire second book just because everyone thought Paul was a perfect hero, Denis handled that misconception perfectly and I can't wait for Dune Messiah (God please let it be greenlit) to see him fully handle the aftermath. That means I'm going to be reading Dune Messiah ASAP.

I thought the choice of Alia not being born and no real mention of Leto II was very interesting but definitely didn't take anything away from the film. It definitely would be weird and difficult to have a four-year-old act like an all-knowing Bene Gesserit woman. I love how it also allowed for the chance of Paul killing the Baron himself which in my opinion was much more satisfying than Alia doing it. Speaking of satisfying death I loved how Gurney was the one who was able to kill Rabban after he mentioned that he killed his family as well as gave him the scar on his face much much more satisfying. Lady Jessica talking to Alia with her still in the womb I thought was really cool and perfectly displayed the connection the Bene Gesserit have with each other as well as a cool nod to the mother-daughter bond.

Every battle (especially the final one) has so much raw emotion and strength with this scale that cannot be matched. I was grinning from ear to ear so much that I wish I had a camera set on me throughout the whole thing. The Atreides banner being waved on top of sandworms is one of the coolest things I'll ever see. The Feyd-Rautha birthday gladiator fight is one of the coolest things I'll ever see. The final battle between Muad'dib and Feyd-Rautha is one of the coolest things I'll ever see. The world-building as we dive further into Arrakis and Giedi Prime is one of the coolest things I'll ever see. The conflicts between Bene Gesserit, Fremen, Atreides, Harkonnen, Sardaukar, and Guild, is one of the coolest things I'll ever see.

I could type for years, but I need to just let this soak for a bit, I'll be writing more with every watch of this I have.
6/10
Visually stunning but that's it.
chrisdouglas-950922 March 2024
The film is amazing on the big screen, the score definitely fits the film, BUT the storyline is very distorted and far from what Frank Herbert wrote. The timeline is not supposed to be within a year, and I fear that the next film will move even further away from Dune the messiah now that the timelines have all been put out of place.

The build up to the end was great, but the final battle was over so quickly I was frankly very surprised and extremely disappointed.

The book had subtle twists that were left out of the film and therefore the character development is shallow and the love story between Paul and Chani is left wanting.

Personally I think Florence would have played a better and stronger Chani.

Very disappointed that Alia's birth storyline was completely missed .

They have an amazing casting, and thrown a lot of money into making a sorrowful adaptation of a great book.
1/10
Void of excitement or dialogue
stanislandmag21 March 2024
Three hours of boredom, yes, that's right-three hours of clock-watching boredom, wondering if you need to take a whizz.

"Dune: Part Two" is essentially driven by hype and Denis Villeneuve fans who truly haven't grasped that his work, though spectacular on the cinematography front, is limited in terms of dialogue and character building, shielded by an aesthetic that gives the impression that such projects are impressive.

"Dune: Part Two" is laden with lazy CGI, wooden acting, and poor casting choices that drive this movie further into the ground. The screenplay and pacing are banal, and certain scenes are poorly planned.

There is little to be excited by, and you don't need to have read the book to have a take on this, given that is the point of adaptations.
9/10
Enthralling
benjamindive1 March 2024
It's rare that I walk out of the theatre *more* excited about a film than I was going in. Especially when my anticipation was already so high. But Villeneuve and his crew absolutely pulled it off again with this mesmerising masterpiece that pulled me down to the surface of Arrakis and pushed me through a religious revolution without ever letting go.

That's not to deny its flaws. It's probably a bit too long. Some characters are turned into a caricature of themselves. Some deviations from the book were clearly done for brevity, but others are serious deviations that will surely have major ramifications as the story continues. It hits a little too hard on the nose with its core message that religion is a great power but morally ambiguous.

All of that is nit-picking however. The film manages to combine multiple plot lines, character development and world building without sacrificing pace or relying on fight scenes to keep the momentum going. It's true to the broad strokes (and some of the smaller ones) of Frank Herbert's vision, but perfectly accessible to someone who only saw part one years ago. Every piece of the film making craft comes together in this beautiful sci-fi epic. For once, the cliche that watching a film in a cinema (with the largest screen you can get to) is an 'experience' rings true.
10/10
A Generation defining film
andressalinas-177741 March 2024
Think back at every generation and their iconic films. I was 15 when I watched the Dark Knight and this, Dune part 2 is my the movie of my generation. Everything good about this movie is what makes the Dune series the most rich story in scy fi. I left the movie theater after watching this movie. Thinking that Villanue has really made something of himself. A director of this caliber only comes once in a lifetime and I'm so glad that he has decided to take the mantle of sci fy. If you're interested in the story of the june universe , I highly recommend reading the box and dive in full end until this rich rich world. I know we will all be waiting for Dune messiah.
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7/10
NO, this is NOT an EMPIRE STRIKES BACK!!!!!!
moritzherz5 March 2024
I am sorry to rip your dreams apart, but it is my task to get everybody back on the ground and clear the internet from misinformation.

Some people said this movie would be our generation's Empire Strikes Back. Yes, somebody wrote that. After watching Dune: Part Two I can tell you, that this is definitely NOT the Empire Strikes Back of our generation. It has neither a plot twist like Empire and the good guys don't lose, instead they win pretty easily. So if you compare these two movies with another the only comman ground you will find is that both are the secon parts of their trilogies and that they are both sci-fi movies. That's the end of the tale.

So let's talk about the movie. I liked Dune Part aone because of the visuals and the soundtrack. The story was solid and entertaining but it didn't hook me that much. Also the characters are a bit too flat. If you look at the IMDb rating (8.0) you see that the general audience liked it but it is no masterpiece.

So my expectations for the second part were not that high and so they got surpassed, because this time the story got me. It just happened more and it felt like more action than in the first part. The visuals got even better, just take the black and white parts and Hans Zimmer's score is amazing again. The battle in the end was also satisfying and so this movie turns out be a pretty outstanding one.

And this is the time I have to return to my opening part, because unfortunately some people of our generation z have to make some stupid statements they know nothing about. Don't get me wrong, everybody has the right to rate this film like he wants. The problem I have is with those people saying things that are not true like comparing it with Empire Strikes Back or even Lord of the Rings.

If you had watched these movies you would know that they are not just better, but also completely different. So please stop telling us this rubbish all the time. It is so tiresome.
10/10
Just Amazing
silviaavram-250677 March 2024
Altough the running time is almost 3 hours, I wish it was longer!! That should tell you enough. I really liked the first part but not as much because it was slower and not much really happened, was more like an introduction. But this second part is just a masterpiece! Definitely a must watch in a movie theater, it is very cinematographic, the acting is impeccable and the soundtrack fits perfectly. Wasn't really sure about the addition of Austin Butler and Florence Pugh to the cast, but they fit perfectly. Overall it was Just amazing, 1000/10, deserves all the Oscars it will probably get. Can't wait for the next part, I hope this series with this director and cast will never end, IT IS THAT GOOD!
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10/10
Definitely 10/10
bartekgry6 March 2024
Usually I'm not going to cinema, I prefer quiet atmosphere at home and fact that i can pause a movie at any time I want to. For the frist time in while i make an exception for Dune part two, and I'm not regret any moment of those two and half hours of masterpiece which definitely is Dune part two. I'm in love with this movie, this is perfection, incredibly balancing between dialogues and action. Music in this movie was also 10/10... Hans Zimmer really knows how to match those instruments with scenes that we see. Next part is acting, and... oh boy... Timothée Chalamet and Austin Butler were my favorites. I don't know what else should I say, this movie was just PERFECT in every aspect.
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10/10
A Cinematic Achievement
darkwarrior-1064528 February 2024
Dune: Part 2 not only surpasses the first film but elevates it, not many films are able to achieve such feat.

Hans Zimmer returns and somehow outdoes himself bringing us a score that rattles you in your seat, memorable epic and somewhat melancholy.

Greig Fraser returns, and just like Hans Zimmer he outdoes himself, memorable cinematography that will be imprinted in my head for a long time. The use of color is sublime, the black and white scene is incredible job well done.

The performances are all incredible. Zendaya is the true stand out, but Timothée Chalamet is phenomenal, He speaks with such conviction and power This young man is gonna have an incredible career, his acting range is absurd! But the likes of Christopher waltz, Florence Pugh, Javier Bardem are all great! But let's not forget Austin freaking Butler delivering a villainess performance that will be remembered for the ages, menacing, cruel, brutal. The introduction to this character is perfect. You hate him, but you love him.

This film doesn't shy away from politics and how it's used is so relevant to todays time, and it also doesn't shy away from the manipulation of politics and manipulation of power and Messiah like figures. It dives deep into religion and It's not afraid to show how it affects the characters.

There truly is so much that happens in this film and it's done almost perfectly. I can't think of a flaw. I sat through the whole credits roll and I never do that. I was just speechless with this film. The third act is of the likes of The Two Towers, of the likes of Empire Strikes Back!.

None of this would've been achieved without Denis Villeneuve, this man is putting together a resume that stands up to some of the greatest film makers to ever do it! His direction in this film is sublime there's a scene towards the end, where they specifically choose not to use the score and you feel the intensity of the fight on screen and it's powerful.

A euphoric experience, a once in a lifetime theatrical experience, A film that isn't afraid to touch on subjects that some would consider taboo, it's simply a masterpiece through and through.
8/10
An incredible sensory achievement
kylelichty-9801013 March 2024
Dune part 2 is one of the best looking and sounding movies (if not the best) ever created. Everything pertaining to the overall feel of the movie is an absolute achievement. The intro scene sets to stage for what can only be described as a modern day masterpiece of filmmaking. That being said, I feel this movie falls short in similar ways to part 1, specifically the "battle" sequence at the end of the movie which had the opportunity to go down as one of the greatest battles of all time yet failed to deliver and was incredibly rushed. The pacing through the middle half to 2/3 of the movie felt slow, I feel like they could have pulled 10 minutes out of that section and made a more powerful battle/ ending sequence to the movie. Additionally, the character Feyd Harconnen felt a bit underdeveloped given the effort put into his exposition scene. All in all, a must see and one of the better releases in recent memory.
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4/10
Expensive skeleton of the book
amithyelm1 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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The adaptation notably lacks the vibrancy of the original. The director leveraged contemporary cinematic techniques in an attempt to mask his incapacity to translate such an ambitious project onto the screen. He not only altered but effectively eviscerated the narrative, disregarding the nuanced dialogues meticulously crafted by Frank Herbert, thus undermining the integrity of what promised to be a remarkable film. The performances still fall short of expectations. It was particularly disheartening to witness the transformation of the face of Paul, a character of profound strength in the novel, into one of palpable dread during his confrontation with Feyd-Rautha. The director has distorted or entirely omitted sections of the narrative that were critical and intriguing, rendering the film a mere shadow of the book's rich tapestry. It is a lamentable outcome.
10/10
Jaw dropping, heart racing and feet trembling. I kid you not.
denjulinka3 March 2024
Just when I thought that Denis could not out-do his Bladerunner. Don't get me wrong, first part of Dune was beautifully executed, however Part 2 shines like a beacon of hope for the Art of Cinema. Editting is superb to the tee, visually the film is to be studied for many ears ahead. But! In order to keep it up to the 3 hour mark there wer cut-offs from script and time-line. I would have easily accepted this divided in two parts, just so the gaps of inbetween (especially for those who have read the books) were spared. Nevertheless, the job was masterfully done. A well deserved bow to Mr. Vileneuve, the cinematographers, editors, cast and the music and sound crew.
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10/10
A whole world to discover
nederpatpal1 March 2024
Went to see Dune part 1 about 4 times, will do the same with part 2, the acting is spot on and the whole story invites you to want to discover more and more about this whole new universe and environments. Part 2 did live up to the expectations in my opinion, the questions i've had after seeing part 1 were answered and part 2 has made me curious about seeing more. Sad to say i have not read any books just yet so i'm excited to learn about the other houses, planets and unfolding of the story. It was a long sit but well worth the while. Now lets hope for a quick part 3 arrival, i can't wait to see more of Dune!
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10/10
Mind blown.
charliebilbrey28 February 2024
This movie took my breath away. Saw an early release on an IMAX screen. Just wish I could see it again and again. I was worried it might get boring because of how long it was. That was FAR from the case. I was engaged throughout the film and on the edge of my seat at multiple times. The music, the acting, the costumes, cinematography- All so so so so good.

*this is the part of the review where I don't have enough characters to post so I'm just going to ramble on. The movie was amazing. Go see it. It actually lives up to the hype and I cannot wait to see it again. I haven't been able to stop thinking about it since I saw it.
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9/10
Superb!
vulture6418 March 2024
Absolutely superb. Close to as good as filmmaking gets.

The well documented flaws with Part One have been resolved, such as with the poor audio, together with the killing of the one weak cast member (Momoa). The first 4/5th of this film is near perfect. A moving atmospheric close-to-masterpiece leaves you wanting more even after 3-hours.

The only criticism is, knowing the story, I knew what with 30mins to go there was a lot that that had to occur to wrap up book one. I assumed there must be a third film. But no, they rushed through the ending of the story, a 3rd of the book, in the last 30mins. Felt overtly rushed, almost like the filmmaker had planned on making this a trilogy but the studio said 'no' late in the project. Weakened the overall story, and reflected poor post-production editing.

Regardless, if you are a fan of the book or sci-fi in general, a must-see on the big screen!
8/10
Chip Spice please.
southdavid11 March 2024
Intended to go and see "Dune: Part Two" in its opening weekend, but unfortunately I was unwell. I did manage to see it this weekend though and, whilst it's a long old film, I enjoyed it and it's never less than visually stunning.

Following the destruction of House Atreides, the Harkonnen's retake control of Arrakis. Under Rabban (Dave Bautista) though they are unable to quell the attacks of the Fremen, which causes the Baron (Stellan Skarsgard) to replace him with his psychotic younger brother Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler). Paul Atreides (Timonthee Chalamet) has joined the Fremen, who come to respect him, but he shies away from the prophecy of him being Kwisatz Haderach as he foresees billions of deaths if he rises to messianic power.

I'm in a slightly strange scenario that my only complaint about "Dune: Part Two" would be that it feels it's length, but at the same time, I don't want to lose any of it. You have to accept, I think, that it's a long film and adjust your expectations accordingly as whilst it could perhaps have cut scenes to pick up the pace, there are levels of acceptance and plotting that benefit the film. Also because it's really good. It takes its time telling you the now somewhat tragic tale of Paul Atreides' reluctant seduction by power and his sacrifices in order to establish it. It's told as a story about the dangers of fundamentalism, especially when it's clearly told to us that the messiah prophecy is a story implanted by the Bene Gesserit.

Visually it's another really strong film from Denis Villeneuve. It's more striking and impressive than some films with similar budgets get close too. The second half is stronger than the first, containing more of the battles with the final assault topping out the Harkonnen attack in Part One.

It's great is the top line of the review, and I really hope that Villeneuve gets to conclude the trilogy he wants to make.
6/10
Epic in Scale, Uneven in Execution
slavik-fokin24 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is a visually stunning yet somewhat disjointed cinematic experience.

Villeneuve's direction is undeniably ambitious, and his signature style of breathtaking visuals is on full display in Dune. The black and white scenes, reminiscent of archival footage from fascist Germany, are particularly striking and add a unique aesthetic to the storytelling.

However, the overall pacing and editing of the film leave something to be desired. The narrative flow is often disrupted by abrupt cuts and seemingly unconnected scenes. It appears that an abundance of material was shot, and the process of trimming it down to a manageable length may have been a challenging one. Despite these efforts, the film still clocks in at a lengthy 2 hours and 46 minutes.

The plot of Dune Part 2 bears some resemblance to the TV series Game of Thrones, with its complex political machinations, warring factions, and power struggles. However, the film's storytelling falls short in comparison to the depth and intricacy of the HBO series. The limited runtime of a theatrical release may have constrained the filmmakers' ability to fully explore the richness of the source material. Perhaps a television adaptation would have been a more suitable format to delve into the nuances of the Dune universe and its characters.

In terms of performances, Austin Butler's portrayal of Feyd-Rautha is a standout. Butler brings a magnetic presence and charisma to the role, overshadowing even the lead actor, Timothée Chalamet, who plays Paul Atreides. Chalamet struggles to match the intensity and allure of Butler's Feyd-Rautha, and his performance is merely a shadow in comparison.

Overall, Dune Part 2 is a film that aspires to greatness but falls short in its execution. The visual spectacle and moments of brilliance are undeniable, but the disjointed narrative and uneven pacing prevent it from fully realizing its potential.
9/10
This has set the bar for the sci-fi genre for years to come.
callumalex-742912 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's dune part two is something to behold.

It's a story that tackles colonisation, religion, faith and politics and mixing all those themes into a concoction of sci-fi greatness and you get Dune.

The way Denis villeneuve captures Arrakis is staggering and mesmerising it takes us into an unknown and unforgiving world where one becomes with the sand, he gets the scale perfect for everything within the shot and makes you contemplate how big and powerful the universe really is.

The sheer scale and size Denis to able to show is fathomable and powerful it makes the people look like sand mice against the all mighty powerful machines I haven't seen this done before on this scale since Lord of the rings.

The juxtaposition between light and dark in this film is done brilliantly it makes us think of the unknown of Arrakis and the darkness it beholds but it also brings the light and shows the waves of sand through the world and just how beautiful it can be.

Hans Zimmer's sound design and score is a feast for the ears this was meant to be watched in cinema, even from the first scene with the Sardaukar language it sets the tone for the movie and lets you know this isn't no normal sci-fi film.

Austin butler take a bow, he played feyd rauthas as best as you probably could, he's psychotic, terrifying and downright evil, I love the way his home planet scenes are in black and white it really shows how lifeless and disturbing his species can be.

Zendaya steals every scene she is in, her ability to show her emotions on screen whether that is love, worry, fear or anger it's second to none I didn't know she was built like that accept my apologies Zendaya.

Although Florence Pugh's screen time is short it is probably one of the most important parts the way her actions are like moving within the shadows and making chess like decisions that change the course of history.

I feel like this is a stepping stone for all sci-fi movies after this, Denis has set the bar now for everyone to follow take away recent biased, this movie might be one of my all time favourites.
9/10
Religious Masterpiece
fraserm743 March 2024
Religious wars, rebellion, and the desire for power all felt extremely well executed and grounded in reality here.

What I thought was going to be more of a simple rebellion in the sands for the freedom of Arrakis turned into a very real battle for hearts and minds of the Fremen who populate it's underground cities. Some twists and turns to keep you on your toes and an epic final battle wild enough to capture the attention of even the most stoic.

Dune Part Two delivers on a level most won't expect it to, and thats the most enjoyable part. Can't wait to see what the future has in store for this franchise!
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10/10
Caly film Diuna 2 - kosmiczny odlot!
Diuna229 February 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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After watching the "Dune 2 full movie", I can confidently say that it is a spectacle that captivates from the first minute to the last. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film expands the story on the mysterious planet Arrakis in an epic and engaging way. Well-executed special effects, a deep storyline, and outstanding acting make this film a true masterpiece of science fiction cinema. The emotions, intrigues, and unforgettable adventures make "Dune 2" a must-see for fans of the genre. Extraordinary scenes, a mysterious atmosphere, and excellent music create unforgettable cinematic experiences. This production will surely stay in memory long after the screening.
10/10
A stunning masterpiece
nsarunpandian2 March 2024
A stunning masterpiece that should only be enjoyed in cinemas. Many of the subplots can be linked with the dangers of religious fanaticism, betraying loved ones for political gains etc and can be applied to today. Maybe Frank Heubert was a visionary who knew where the world is heading. But I could also be wrong as I haven't read the novels yet. The books were writen before star wars came out. So I'm not sure if George Lucas had inspiration from these novels. Nevertheless one should not miss this movie as I was born in late 80's and never had chance to witness lord of the rings in cinema. Maybe this could make up for that miss. I had literal goosebumps after a long time watching a movie in cinema.
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6/10
Better Than The First But Still Overrated
Mainecoon9991 March 2024
The first movie was visually stunning but boring as hell. So basically, the second one was marketed as a masterpiece, best sci-fi movie ever by critics and even compared to best Star Wars movies.

Is it a masterpiece? Or did we watch the same story before in many forms? Matrix maybe? Prophecies, chosen ones and dreams offer same type of premises.

Austin Butler's villian portrayal is nowhere close to Ledger's Joker or Bardem's Chigurh but still PRed agressively as so. Chalamet is a big OK as protagonist. Zendaya is the weakest part actingwise and her California accent doesn't help the spice planet. Villeneuve's directing is maybe flawless but still relies way too much on visual and sound. Zimmer's soundtrack is intense and original as always lifting up scenes one level.

The only difference between Dune and Rebel Moon are a better director and fat studio budget in real. Is it good? Yes, it is but a 7/10 at max. Nothing more.
6/10
I'm gonna be honest.. I'm super disappointed!
mdhatmustafa-9276528 February 2024
I originally rated this a 10 because I was so...sooo hyped..but, now after seeing the movie for the second time...It's just a decent movie but nothing memorable to be honest..literally no scenes stuck with me except for the ones with Feyd rautha and Harkonnens maybe..I finished the movie and I was like, oh well...I guess the story moved forward..THAT'S IT...the first movie just had magic since the first few minutes and it kept getting better and better the more you rewatch it ( I originally rated it a 3 but now I think it's an 8!)...and that's the reason we were so hyped for part two, especially after watching those AMAZING trailers..I thought we're going to see something so grand and epic, I also thought it would be longer!..but No..Honestly nothing memorable..and I think I already stopped thinking about it!..what really bothers me, Denis Villeneuve had all the tools and a fan base that really believes in him...and you can still see it in some moments in the movie...It's the glimpse of the magic and epicness he could have given us and..I seriously don't know why it turned out to be so underwhelming in the end!..I swear, I was counting the days for this one and I thought this would be such a blast and the trailers were out of this world!... I'm so bummed guys!..
10/10
Unmissable: A True Cinematic Triumph
nabrajkhadka2 March 2024
This movie is an absolute gem, unquestionably worth every penny of the ticket price. From start to finish, it delivers a truly immersive cinematic experience that will leave you in awe. Every aspect of this film, from the acting to the cinematography to the storyline, is crafted with meticulous detail and expertise.

"What a movie, what a movie," is a sentiment that perfectly encapsulates the sheer brilliance of this cinematic masterpiece. It's a rare find in today's film landscape, where true excellence can sometimes be elusive. From the captivating performances of the cast to the breathtaking visuals that transport you to another world, this movie exceeds all expectations.
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8/10
Messiah of the dystopian sci-fi era!!
sagor-936416 March 2024
"Paul Usul Muad'dib Mahdi Lisan Al Gaib Atreides"!!

That's a lot of name for one person!! Anyways, all fun aside, a solid sequel to the first film. The visuals as promised were superb!! This is taking the best visual effect and best sound oscar, no doubt about it. And Timothee Chalamet also put up a heck of a performance, which should get him an oscar nomination at the very least. This is definitely one for the theatres, a must watch film to enjoy at the theatres with stunning visuals, story telling and sound effects. Many unanswered questions remain which hopefully will be cleared in the future sequels!
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10/10
Absolute perfection
topherdrewpg3 March 2024
I watched all 2 hours and 46 minutes of this film in a state of rapture. Our theater was silent. No one moved, no one spoke. No one got up to use the restroom. It was as if we were all transported to Arrakis together, and we had no choice but to experience every moment of it.

And it was glorious. To say this film is magnificent is an understatement. To say it's phenomenal does not fully explain its effect.

Every shot is tuned precisely to what we need to see. Every sound and musical cue is perfectly matched with its visual component. The acting is flawless across the board. The cinematography is absolutely brilliant.

Almost three hours of movie, and I wanted more. We all wanted more.

In my opinion, there are only three genre-defining fantasy stories: Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, and Dune. After seeing Dune: Part One and this magnificent sequel, if I had to pick just one universe, I would choose the universe of Arrakis, of Caladan, of Paul and Chani, of Feyd and Baron, of Princess Irulan, every time.

Long Live the Fighters.
9/10
A thrilling watch
r96sk1 March 2024
As anticipated, a thrilling watch!

I enjoyed 'Dune', though remember thinking it was obviously a complete set-up to a sequel and that this would only improve upon its predecessor - and that's very much the case. 'Dune: Part Two' is excellent! My interest did wane slightly at roughly the middle part, as was similarly the case with the first film in truth, but that was a feeling that only lasted for a relativiely short time.

All in all, it's fantastic. The acting is top notch, the visuals are breathtaking (those sandworms tho) and the score is outstandingly hefty - you can always rely on the great Hans Zimmer! Timothée Chalamet stars yet again, as do the likes of Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Dave Bautista & Co. The person I actually enjoyed most on screen was Javier Bardem, who is truly brilliant throughout.

Bring on 'Dune Messiah'! On that note, happy to read that director Denis Villeneuve has noted that he won't be rushing that one out - and rightly so!
9/10
Let's talk about Dune 2!
abhitaliyan20 March 2024
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I could feel the force of wind and sand on my face, body, hands, and legs when he first mounted that sandworm. Metaphorically speaking, of course. This was great filmmaking from all aspects.

His transformation from idealist to realist was quite well done. He did what he needed to do to get his revenge and utilized his training to his advantage. He achieved the alliance that his father wanted through his mother's methods.

Those racing sandworms in attack formation, the double moon sunsets of Arrakis, the black and white Harkonnen world, their dazzling fireworks, Austin Butler's perfect lips, and the carefully cultivated religious fanaticism are some of the epic elements that will stay with me for a long time.

I hope to visit this magical dune world again, but even if I don't, I won't mind, as I'll have these highly rewatchable two-part series.
10/10
Best Sci-Fi movie ever
mugnaini-9305629 February 2024
I'm utterly speechless after witnessing Dune Part 2, it is truly a masterpiece. Every aspect of this sci-fi work of art is beyond remarkable. The world-building is so meticulously crafted, and the visuals and sound are simply breathtaking, trust me when I say I cannot believe my eyes. I was completely swept away by it all and can't wait to dive back in for another viewing. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, make sure to see it on the biggest screen with the most incredible audio setup you can find. My own experience in 70mm Dolby Atmos was nothing short of a life-changing experience - it's truly the pinnacle of cinematic brilliance.
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9/10
We'll make fans of the book series happy
jkb20126 March 2024
As someone who read all the books wow this film is awesome and intense and incredibly faithful to the source material meaning the first book a perfectly did a great job of telling the story and I definitely think that it was appropriate to split the first book into two films if you are a fan of either the book series or just general fan of science fiction movies I highly recommend it and I absolutely can't wait to see where the franchise goes next I hope they adapt all the books in two movies so that'd be cool And who knows where the series could go next I'm excited To find out I definitely think the wrong time really works for the movie.
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10/10
"Long live the fighters"
msamiuddin984 March 2024
Man what an experience this movie was. The story telling, the cinematography and the action scenes were the best I have ever seen. After watching this I can't take any other movie seriously. Dune chapter 2 a follow up to Frank Herberts science fiction series definitely lived up to the high expectations set by its predecessor but also exceeded them in every possible aspect. The way the story was told captivated audiences immersing them in a narrative that was both expansive and intimately personal. This installment explored the dynamics of the Atreides family, their allies and adversaries unveiling the politics of the universe with remarkable precision and depth that kept me fully engaged. The themes of fate, environmentalism and human perseverance resonated deeply than before presenting a story that was both stimulating and exciting.
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5/10
A slow build up to an underwhelming finale
davidallenxyz3 March 2024
After Dune 2021's bait-and-switch ("oh did I forget to mention it's only the first half" cackles Denis), I had high hopes for Dune: Part Two. I really, really wanted it to bring the story together and blow my mind.

Well, it didn't. It's more like Dune: Part One than I expected. And not in a good way.

Let's start with pacing. It's slow. Oh my word is it slow. The first 90 minutes are taken up with quasi-religious disagreements among the Fremen about whether the prophecy of a saviour is true or not. Most of this is in a non-English dialect so be prepared to read a lot of subtitles. Villeneuve can film an underground stone temple and scores of hooded followers like no-one else - but don't fool yourself that this is good material.

After a long wait, we are finally introduced to some of the new characters that are going to bring this chapter to its conclusion. A common theme is that the big names that came on for the second half are barely used. Austin Butler's portrayal of the unhinged Feyd Rautha is great. He is introduced in a striking visual setpiece. But I wanted more of him. Christopher Walken is well cast as the Emperor but it is a small role. Florence Pugh has very little to work with, and two-thirds of her scenes are essentially narration. Lea Seydoux must have shot her scenes in a day. Anya Taylor-Joy probably shot her scene in an hour after visiting Denis at his beach house a couple of weeks before the premiere.

The cast really misses the humanity of Oscar Isaac and Jason Momoa. There is far too much Timothee and Zendaya - and to be honest, they aren't strong enough actors to carry a film of this scale. Villeneuve spends most of his time doing slow and meaningful zooms into their lovely faces as they stand on windswept sand dunes.

Now in its defence I will say that a handful of the "action" scenes in the film are striking, in particular, an early Fremen attack on a spice harvester, Feyd Rautha's debut in the colosseum, and Paul Atreides' final contest in front of his rivals. Nobody can create a cinematic feast quite like Denis - it looks and sounds fantastic. But the large scale battles are disappointing, starting and ending suddenly, and with a level of destructive power that makes you wonder why the rebellion hadn't happened sooner.

I watched Dune: Part One at home the day before watching Part Two. One was a disappointment. Two is, unexpectedly, an even greater one.

PS I think this had a rough ride in the edit suite. Keep an eye out for strange continuity and sound anomalies in the last hour. I reckon the first cut was well over 3 hours...
10/10
The best sci-fi film
kirpa-592605 March 2024
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One of the best cinema experiences I've ever had, watched it three times back to back within 3 days so I can say this with my personal, utmost bias and clear thoughts.

A direct continuation from Part 1, which is absolutely recommended and required to watch. Following Paul's house being destroyed and being forced to take cover with the Fremen, it follows Paul's insertion and ascension to the Prophet mentioned and how he engrains himself into the Fremen culture and move pieces across the galaxy board.

Story wise, impeccable. Every scene adds something enriching from connecting characters to progressing themes or plots or adding or introducing characters. Dennis nailed and refined the script to make every scene captivating. It also includes some of the best sci-fi visuals I've ever seen, the home world of the Harkonens with the black sun leading to the rest of the people having white skin was incredible awe-inspiring. Paul's personal growth was incredible, from becoming a Fremen via various tasks like riding a sand worm to the immediate switch when he drank the Water of Life switching the pacing to another height entirely. Incredible growth from major characters especially Paul's mother and Chani besides Paul whilst also expanding among other large characters in the Dune universe such as the Emporer and the Na-Baron Feyd, the Baron's nephew.

Acting, A+ from literally everyone across the board. Not one lacking, everyone brought their utmost to every role, no matter how minor and it's incredible to see considering how many big actors are in the roles.

The cinematography and visuals were on another level this movie, I would highly recommend IMAX, anything else would reduce the movie's quality. The cinematographer did their best work ever with many of the shots and scenes becoming iconic already; concise and clear, never wobbly with the greatest visuals imagery in any sci-fi movie.

Sound design also impeccable, honestly this may be considered the best aspect from the movie perspective. Every boom, bass, just completely gripped you into the world, helps it stand out and be remembered long after the movie has ended.

TL;DR: best in literally aspect a movie could be, worth many rewatches and in IMAX. A mighty achievement of a sci-fi movie and just any movie generally and will become an all-time classic. Dennis Villeneuve once again proves he's one of the best directors working today and my personal favourite.
9/10
Dune: Part Two Review Said Dogan
saiddogan-103262 March 2024
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Today, I watched "Dune: Part Two," directed by one of my favorite directors, Denis Villeneuve, depicting the second half of Frank Herbert's first Dune book. I must say, the film impressed me; it's a true masterpiece, especially following the incomplete first film.

The film begins with Paul and Lady Jessica joining the Fremen at the end of the previous film. The Fremen consider Paul a messiah, and they aim to make Lady Jessica a Reverend Mother, giving her the Water of Life. However, due to Lady Jessica's pregnancy, it affects the unborn child, and they start communicating. Meanwhile, Stilgar, the leader of the Fremen, is training Paul. However, despite the extensive training section in the book, it was rather brief in the film - it could have been longer.

After the training, Paul rides a sandworm, completing his education. Paul and the Fremen then begin their attack on the spice refineries of the Harkonnen Dynasty. During the conflict, they encounter Gurney Halleck, his father's commander and trainer, who reveals the existence of atomics, stating that only Paul can activate them due to his genetics. Paul is now widely regarded as a prophet, and his fame is spreading.

While Paul and the Fremen are engaged in these activities, we are introduced to the Emperor and Princess Irulan. The princess suggests that Paul could ascend to the throne after her father, and the Emperor mentions Feyd-Rautha, hinting at his potential.

Feyd-Rautha, the insane nephew of Baron Vladimir, is introduced, showcasing his ruthless acts in gladiator arenas. After his brother's failure, Baron Vladimir grants him power, and he initiates an attack on the Fremen sanctuaries.

At this point, Paul, following his mother's request, drinks the Water of Life, gaining the ability to see the past and the future. He sees his sister, played by Anya Taylor-Joy - a surprising revelation. Paul then falls unconscious, and Zendaya's character appears, engaging in nonsensical dialogue and shouting at Lady Jessica.

When Paul awakens, he has become a true Messiah who knows everything, and everyone now obeys him. Emperor Shaddam arrives, holding Baron Vladimir accountable. A war ensues, with Paul and the Fremen attacking. Baron Vladimir seeks help from other major houses, but the battle scene, although visually stunning, is short and could have been more substantial.

Paul arrives and kills Baron Vladimir. He informs the Emperor that he will become the new ruler by marrying his daughter. The Emperor is restrained but helpless. A conflict arises between Paul and his cousin Feyd-Rautha for control of the empire. Despite sustaining severe injuries, Paul kills Feyd-Rautha. When Paul attempts to kill the Emperor, the Princess intervenes, stating, "The father's blood has been shed," and Paul kisses the Emperor's feet.

Paul instructs the other houses to destroy spice refineries and submit. When they refuse, Paul declares war, initiating inter-house conflicts.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the film, especially as it successfully concluded the unfinished story from the first installment. The narrative was compelling, although it left some aspects unexplained, assuming viewers were familiar with the books. The film's initial inspiration from the Mahabharata and other myths added to its appeal. As for Hans Zimmer's music, he once again delivered a masterpiece; the theater experience enhanced the already excellent soundtrack. The screenplay and story were exceptional, making it one of the best cinematographic experiences I've witnessed. Denis Villeneuve's direction was impeccable, and the visual direction was also praiseworthy. In conclusion, the film ties up the story of the first film and sheds light on the potential for a third installment. The music and cinematography are outstanding, making it a must-watch in theaters. In a word, it's a masterpiece.
8/10
Sandworms...you hate em' right? I hate em' myself!
deanosuburbia4 March 2024
I imagine there's a line around the block of actors wanting to work with Denis Villeneuve. His body of work is very strong and Dune: Part Two is another great addition. It was visually outstanding with stunning techinical achievements from the production design to the sound mixing and effects. Much like the first outing, Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya head up a very impressive cast. I enjoyed Austin Butler's supporting role as a menacing antagonist, a shame his screen time was limited. I have to laugh a bit at Charlotte Rampling who plays a Reverend Mother, although it's hard to see her face under her dark costume. I guess anybody could have played that role but it does show the filmmakers effort to cast a great actress like Rampling, just hard to see her performance. I think at just shy of 3 hours the story was a tad drawn out for my liking. I admit to be a fan of a complete story although I do appreciate there's more to tell.

I would have preferred a full story resolution but it will be exciting to visit this cinematic 'Dune-iverse' in the near future.
10/10
THE Sci-Fi Epic of modern times
anhthudinh-021693 March 2024
The ideas behind Dune that drive the narrative are very complex. Denis Villeneuve has captured the essence of the Dune series in a way that presents it cohesively to a wider audience. This movie builds on the first in such magnitude and grandeur. The CGI is beautiful, you really feel the barrenness of the planet Arrakis, the bleak and sombre Giedi Prime caused by the black sun, it's all genius really.

The casting is superb, everyone brings their A-game, the standout for me was Austin Butler. Everytime he was on screen, I was outwardly cringing because I had no idea what his actions would be. The soundtrack is also epic, the music soars in the scenes of triumph, but also masterfully adds suspense.

This is indeed a masterful movie that the books deserve, crafted with care by artists who truly care about the source material.
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10/10
Movie of the Decade!!!
finnkrysiunlewis10 March 2024
I went into this movie thinking Dune Part One was a masterpiece so I already knew I'd love this film. Dune Part Two took everything people liked in the first one and multiplied it x1000. This must have been what people felt like walking out of Star Wars in 1977. This is our generation's Star Wars. Denis Villeneuve is a technical genius and I loved everything about this film. The world building in this one is even better than the first, the cinematography somehow got even better, the acting is top tier, but once again what shines the most is the score. Hearing that music again but this time on the silver screen was a feeling that won't be replicated in a long while. Walking out of this movie I felt like I was Paul Muad'dib Atreides, Duke of Arrakis. This is what movies are made for. My hopes are through the roof for Dune Messiah. To all those who have yet to experience this masterpiece, may you enjoy as I did and may thy knife chip and shatter.
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10/10
This is what movies can be
kanej-660062 March 2024
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I haven't been this pleased with a movie in what seems like years. So often nowadays we see big blockbuster films skip the substance and go for spectacle to what seems like just to make a quick buck. Whether it's a new installment to an old franchise that doesn't need to be rebooted or another lazy superhero film, movies today seem almost disrespectful to the art form that I grew up loving so dearly.

But this movie gives me hope. Not only does it utilize its big budget to create a one of a kind visual and auditory experience, it is backed up with an incredible story that comes together so perfectly. Visuals are absolutely stunning and it's obvious the makers of the film took their dear time with creating a visual masterpiece throughout the different settings whether it be in Arrakis, Geidi Prime or the emperors home planet. I mean seriously it is one of the most beautiful movies I have ever seen.

The use of modern technology I think needs to be replicated in the blockbusters to come. Not an over reliance on CGI for action scenes, but used just enough to create a surreal universe that up until now you could only find in a handful of movies throughout the years.

The story obviously is legendary. Frank Herbert's story is almost mythical at this point, but it was adapted to screen so perfectly that when it came time for the emperor to arrive in Arrakis, I literally leaned forward in my chair to watch the climax. The way that the three main groups (Freman, Harkonans and the Emperor) come together in the end of the movie just felt so natural and smooth. There was never a time in which I was questioning why characters were making the choices they were making. It just made sense what was happening, the characters behaved rationally and it happened with style too.

The first comparison I made to this movie when I finished watching was Lord of the Rings. A book that series that once felt impossible to adapt, but once the role was taken by someone who truly loved the source material and truly loved film (and had the budget to do so), we were treated with a movie unlike anything I have ever seen. This is what a movie can be, if more directors put their heart into a film and utilize modern technology, they most certainly can create a film like Dune: Part Two. I think we are all sick of seeing the same reboots, sequels and cliche superhero movies over and over again, in fact the trailers prior to the movie had me exhausted considering every single one was unoriginal and appeared like a lazy cash grab trying to capitalize on nostalgia. But, this, this is what we have been missing in film the last few years. A film with the substance of the films of the 60s-90s and the spectacle and use of the capabilities of modern times, we can get visual arts forms that prior to now only came about in a few instances (Insterstellar, LOTR, even Infinity War). I hope this sets a new precedent for blockbuster movies, films that seem to actually care about the viewer and not act as a way to stimulate our brain with jumbled CGI fights and plots with more holes than Swiss cheese (like seriously, who wants another Godzilla and Kong movie? Don't even get me started on the movies Disney puts out every year.) This is the type of movie up until now I could only ever dream of, but we're here, and if this is a telling sign of the future of film, it brings me great hope for the rest of the 2020s.
10/10
13th IMAX Watch
ryanfitzg15 March 2024
This story should not work in a sci fi epic and yet it'll go down as one of the greatest films ever made.

Visually and emotionally stimulating with an incredible score. It's perfect from start to finish, incredibly well shot, and you almost can't believe a film this beautiful now exists.

That opening scene of the Fremen, attacking the Harkonnens just made me feel like I was watching this film 20 years in the future still in awe of its beauty.

A couple key changes from the book: Chani is not as against Paul's decision to fulfill the prophecy, Gurney attempts to kill Lady Jessica, and no son of Paul and Chani to kill the Baron.

I've actually only seen it 3 times so far, but I'll go every week until this leaves theaters. Bury me in the bonus features dvd box set.
10/10
The Sands Touch - Dune: Part Two Review
JustWriteLogan19 March 2024
When one's destiny is to rule their people, one won't quit until it has been achieved.

That's what Paul Atreides, played by Timothee Chalamet, must decide in this two part epic that is still unfolding with another part of the soon to be trilogy on its way.

Picking up immediately from the 2021 film, the suspense heightens quickly and does not hold anything back. With the camera mainly focusing on far and wide shots in the dense and humid environment of the dunes, rushes of adrenaline will hit you hard as you watch the sequences unfold in the opening scenes. The director, Denis Villeneuve, stepped up his game from the first film to truly capture the movement and living qualities of the characters in the desert.

The film doesn't waste your time by reintroducing everything but rather expects you to know what happened previously as this is basically their version of THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK within the soon to be trilogy. The main subject that stood out to me throughout the film was character growth. Most characters go through change or experience changes around them, some more than others, further enhancing their capabilities and raising the bar for how far they reached to achieve their goals. The character that I thought experienced the most changes was Paul Atreides.

Paul Atriedes slowly made his way up the ladder, from doubting himself for following in his father's footsteps, to coming to his own terms and realizing the true potential he has. By breaking away from his original idea of being his father's predecessor, Paul now realizes that he can do so much more. Paul's growth from the first film to this one was immense and important. Once a self-judging and insecure person to someone who has everyone looking up to him, not just as a leader but a savior, is noteworthy in and of itself. With every good leader or religious figure there is always one downside or trait that follows them and for Paul, it's his desperate hunger for power. The further he goes on the path he's following, for everything good he's committing to, he slowly loses himself in a power hungry struggle.

Florence Pugh's performance in the film, although quite small, is all encompassing, as it should be since she is the daughter of the emperor after all. Pugh gives off a strong sense of empowerment that I think the emperor, played by Christopher Walken, didn't quite have on screen. Having a high status on her shoulders, she also carried the slightest hint of worry, never knowing what could happen between her father and her people. She also brings a lot of emotional weight when it comes to her facial expressions as she's able to say so much without speaking. From the shock she gives off to the short but sweet smiles, it all makes for a more dramatic but beautiful look for the film.

Austin Butler's performance in the film is quite a suspenseful one. Not only is he another new addition to the already large list of characters, he brings a vibe like no other. When we first meet his character, the color grading changes from vibrant and bright to a black and white scheme, giving off a sinister look to his character and many others. I previously mentioned facial expressions and how Florence Pugh did an excellent job yet it is Austin Butler, however who takes it above and beyond everyone's expectations. The way he brought some of his sinister expressions had the same effect as Azog did from THE HOBBIT trilogy of films, especially when he was a fully CG rendered character. I personally think he outperformed Dave Bautista and Stellan Skarsgard, who were in the same boat as him, playing another role as members of the family.

Timothee Chalamet's performance in this film is a far step ahead from where he was originally in the first film, truly showing what he's capable of as an actor and this is most evident towards the later acts of the film. Chalamet brings a lot of charm to the role as Paul, allowing the audience to connect with him as he taps into a leadership role which the audience may be able to relate to if they have had to be a leader in their lives. Chalamet takes the emotional status that Paul has from the first film to a whole new level in this second film. Having previously had more of a laid back focus to his character, even though he's the heart of both films, he pushed the limits this time as he breaks that barrier and becomes the leader he was meant to be.

At the end of the day, DUNE: PART TWO is a phenomenal piece of cinema that we don't get all that often. To see this film on the big screen, even if it's not on IMAX, is still a beauty of a film to look at, thanks to Greig Fraser, the cinematographer. Would I recommend this film to the general audience? No, as it is a slow burner, mainly focusing on heavy character development, but when it comes to pure film lovers, this shouldn't be overlooked.
9/10
Dune: Part Two is BEYOND EPIC!!
rhyderstudios29 February 2024
Dune: Part Two is a modern epic and will be watched, studied, praised and remembered for decades to come! This is the Lawrence of Arabia, Ben-Hur, Ten Commandments, Lord of the Rings & Empire Strikes Back of this generation. YES, it's that damn amazing. If it wasn't already clear with Part One, it is safe to say that Denis Villeneuve has ushered in a new era of mega sci-fi blockbuster filmmaking, that leaves little room to be matched, if only by its inevitable sequel and conclusion to this trilogy, Dune: Messiah.

If Dune: Part One was the appetizer, then Dune: Part Two is what can only be described as the main course, as Villeneuve himself has put it. The action is on another level with superbly choreographed fight scenes that is worthy of being at the top of the sci-fi genre. The lore and mythology is expanded upon greatly and what Denis has brought to the screen is truly a cinematic achievement. Following Part One's Best Picture nomination and 6 Academy Award wins, this may very well be a huge contender next year.

Timothée Chalamet COMMANDS his presence on screen in an unbelievably powerful performance that leaves you both in awe and unease. His evolution into the Muad'Dib, the "Messiah", is a journey of discovery and Timothée portrays the complex nature of it to perfection. The level of intensity and depth is prevalent throughout the film and the journey of him being just a boy next in line for the throne, to the leader of the Fremen is remarkable. This entire cast is an A-list cast, with fantastic after fantastic actors appearing and bringing more dimensions to their character from Part One, along with the new ones played by Austin Butler as the psychotic Feyd-Rautha, Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, Léa Seydoux as Lady Margot Fenring and Christopher Walken as The Emperor. All of them shine through and become apart of this franchise effortlessly. The highlight is Butler, as he transformers into a complete monster with a taste for blood and death. He instantly becomes a character that will be remembered as one of the toughest & fearsome villains in sci-fi history.

Hans Zimmer's absolutely INCREDIBLE score soars through the auditorium in a euphoric way and completely mesmerizes you upon what you are witnessing on screen. He engulfs you into the world of Arrakis with the intensity of the drums we've come to love from him and the ethereal romantic love theme of Paul & Chani being instantly memorable. He has done it again and his passion and love for the story, couldn't be more prevalent with his score for the world of Dune and it's intricate characters. The sound mix literally feels like it goes through you in IMAX and right off the bat too as those iconic drum beats start the film. This is a MUST WATCH in IMAX!

This film is truly GARGANTUAN all across the board, from the scope, scale, epic war battles, religious context, the moral decisions the characters face & the literal ginormous Sandworms that devour the screen. Filmed for IMAX with the digitally certified cameras (not to confused with 70mm film cameras, albeit there is a 70mm film reel) there is no other way to experience this film (at least on your first viewing) than on the BIGGEST IMAX screen you can get to. Seeing it on a 1.90:1 screen was huge, but I can only imagine what the lucky people who'll see it on a 1.43:1 screen in either IMAX 70mm or dual laser will experience. The fact that there's EVEN MORE image in scenes with up to 40min in 1.43:1 will be such a visual treat. If only Warner Bros & IMAX provided all 30 capable 1.43;1 IMAX theatres like Universal did for Oppenheimer.

There are so many scenes & shots that are a cinematic achievement unlike any other. It will need many rewatches to be able to absorb everything displayed, catch certain plot details that may have been missed, but the first viewing is absolutely mind blowing. The scene shown on the IMAX poster with the Sandworms appearing out of the shadows, is truly eye opening and my eyes were already widened in complete awe. The arena scene is essentially Gladiator in space & it is definitely a standout moment. You also really feel like you're there in the arena, when seen on such a large screen. Villeneuve has rocketed through any of the previous bars set before in the genre and it really makes me proud to know that this ingenious filmmaker is Canadian!

Without question, Denis Villeneuve has cemented himself as one of the best sci-fi directors of all time with Arrival, Blade Runner 2049, Dune: Part One and now Dune: Part Two being one of the best sequels ever. He has brought everything that he learned from those films into this one and showcased new elements of his craft that solidifies just how much he understands, respects and loves Dune. This film will be a juggernaut and there's no denying that we have yet to see more from the world of Arrakis.

"Long live cinema!" - Denis Villeneuve.
Villeneuve's offering solidifies itself as a great piece of science fiction cinema
amesmonde3 March 2024
Spurred on by revenge as Paul embraces Fremen ways, he must battle against all odds while wrangling with a Fremen prophecy that could change Arrakis and its people forever.

Director Denis Villeneuve's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to balance grand spectacle with intimate character moments elevate the adaptation of Frank Herbert's work to new heights. Although Dune didn't stand on its own, thankfully, the studio greenlit Dune Part Two. It's an epic continuation that masterfully explores the intricate dynamics of power, destiny, and familial bonds.

Interestingly, Timothy Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides echoes at times Oscar Isaac's depiction of Duke Leto Atreides, making you buy into their father-son relationship. Chalamet gives a powerful performance, conveying the weight of his responsibilities, drawing viewers deeper into the rich tapestry of the Dune universe.

Along with the score, the visual effects make it an immersive experience, from the vast landscapes of Arrakis to the intricate designs of the sandworms. Oozing screen presence, leads Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, and Austin Butler add a genuine sense of danger. Along with Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, and Charlotte Rampling, Javier Bardem's compelling performance as Stilgar adds depth to the ensemble cast. As well as the supporting cast leads Léa Seydoux, Florence Pugh, and Christopher Walken are notable. Also, it was nice to see Babs Olusanmokun 'fittingly' return as Jamis even if briefly. Jason Momoa and Stephen McKinley Henderson are missed even if their absence is expected.

Overall, with its gripping storyline, stellar performances, and stunning visuals, Villeneuve's offering solidifies itself as a great piece of science fiction cinema, but like the first Dune, it leaves viewers eagerly anticipating the next chapter.
10/10
Impressed, even better than part one
piercekester-443612 March 2024
I do not want to 'overhype' the movie. I loved part one so much. However, I think that part two is even better than part one. The cinematography is obviously as incredible or better than part one, but somehow even the character development, the plot, and the action are all incredible too. This movie is more intense and the stakes feel much higher.

The soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, leaving you entranced and in awe throughout the movie. The incredible imagery shines through. The rise to power throughout the movie gives off a sense of power and an exuberant sense of overwhelming strength.

Overall, I suggest watching this movie. If you haven't seen part one, I would watch part one first.
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8/10
Thw first 2/3 amazing, the last 3rd disappointing
Legio_b3 March 2024
The ending really ruined the film for me. The strong love and relation between Paul and Chani is lost, love which is very clearly seen in the whole first 3 books. Giving Chani a bigger role was ok but not at the expense of breaking the love between them. Having read the first book a few times and having seen the 80's movie and 90's TV series I will only say this: it ruined the whole movie for me.

I did expect some changes and different artistic views but this was way too much.

Except one time where was Paul's Bene Gesserit training in the whole movie??? Which by the way helped him overcome a lot in his journey.
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10/10
A masterpiece of the old times
sword_stelios9 March 2024
A masterpiece of the old times Do you ever wonder where did the epic movies of the early 2000 (aka Lord of the Rings) went? Do you ever feel that the contemporary directors care more in sending the (political) message through their movies than entertain? Do you look back at the movies of 15-25 years ago and get troubled at how did this old successful recipe vanished?

Dune part II comes to thankfully show us that movies of that old majesty is not yet dead.

Dune is a science fiction movie with an epic tale, well written story, stunning special effects, talented and likable actors filled with heroism and chivalry (even the bad guys showed some kind of value over the opponent) of the old days. This movie has no much drama and none of the contemporary social conflicts 99% of the today movies include, nor any gender rivalry or non realistic (non) feminine behaviour in women. Dune part II is a masterpiece that focus on the story on the character development and the complexity of powers acting over the main protagonists bringing conflicts and shifting on their initial pure intentions. Dune part II surpasses the previous Dune and reaches at a peak level of greatness in the seventh art! It fills holes and answers questions that might have baffled the viewers in the first movie (me personally). For those who haven't read the books or even haven't watched any previous adaptation is a very well understandable film that needs no other filler info.

Well done Denis Villeneuve, you have delivered us a masterpiece the next generations will talk about and have it as a beacon for future movies to come!

I suggest this movie to anyone who loves science fiction movies, adventure and quest movies, fantasy and other planets movies, or even to those who like love stories and surely to those who enjoy a story with a complex political background and scheming.
10/10
Unbelievable movie
yyqmzq6 March 2024
Dune 2, crafted by the visionary Denis Villeneuve, is nothing short of a cinematic marvel. Building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, this epic sci-fi saga transports audiences to a breathtaking universe filled with rich lore, stunning visuals, and unforgettable performances. Villeneuve's masterful direction ensures every frame is meticulously crafted, immersing viewers in the intricate world of Arrakis and its compelling characters. The stellar cast, led by Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, delivers powerhouse performances that breathe life into Frank Herbert's iconic characters. From its sweeping desert landscapes to its awe-inspiring set designs, every aspect of Dune 2 is a testament to Villeneuve's unparalleled talent and dedication to his craft. With its gripping storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and immersive world-building, Dune 2 cements itself as a modern sci-fi masterpiece that will leave audiences in awe for years to come.
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10/10
Masterpiece!
admplcd26 February 2024
The best film of 2024, so far. It surpassed its predecessor in many aspects, especially in pacing, visual effects and action. The cast is even grander than its predecessor, talents such as Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walker, Lea Seydoux and Anya Taylor Joy were significant additions to make the narrative even more powerful. It is impossible not to comment on the action scenes, as in the first film there were few and not many were well directed, here Denis Villeneuve corrects this small flaw and delivers breathtaking action scenes, especially the large-scale war (holy war) of the third act of the film, which can easily be compared with the epic battles of the Lord of the Rings franchise. In short, another masterpiece from master Villeneuve! Bring on Messiahs of Dune!
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9/10
A Ride on the Sandworm with Timothee CHALAMET, ZENDAYA and Javier BARDEM
ZeddaZogenau30 March 2024
The middle part of a film trilogy is always a little more difficult: the plot threads have to be pulled together tightly so that the starting point for the final third part can be created. Master director Denis VILLENEUVE avoids this problem with bravura and powerful images. He creates a desert epic that, in its best moments, rivals classics such as LAWRENCE OF ARABIA (1962) by David LEAN and THE ENGLISH PATIENT (1996) by Anthony MINGHELLA. There are also the futuristic showpieces such as the famous ride on the sandworm, which the cinema audience can experience together with ACADEMY AWARD nominee Timothee CHALAMET (nominated for CALL ME BY YOUR NAME in 2018).

VILLENEUVE also achieves something amazing in terms of style: the dazzling light of the desert contrasts impressively with the gray world of the Harkonnen. And with the terrible gladiator performance of ACADEMY AWARD nominee Austin BUTLER (nominated for ELVIS in 2023), homage is paid to sword and sandal film classics such as SPARTACUS (1960) by Stanley KUBRICK and GLADIATOR (2000) by Ridley SCOTT. At the same time, struggles of this kind are exposed for what they really are: cynical productions used to deceive and manipulate the masses. Thought with a little malice, this planet is somewhat reminiscent of a new home for the gray men from MOMO (1986) by Johannes SCHAAF based on the novel by Michael ENDE. The French-Canadian director Denis VILLENEUVE, who has already received ACADEMY AWARD nominations for ARRIVAL and DUNE, is definitely a beacon of hope for the future of cinema.

The cast list looks like a master class in which three generations of film stars come together: There are the veterans like Charlotte RAMPLING and Christopher WALKEN, the middle-aged like Javier BARDEM, Josh BROLIN and Stellan SKARSGARD and the hip young stars like Zendaya, Lea SEYDOUX and Florence PUGH. A remarkable cast!

Since I'm not actually a sci-fi fan, I don't know Frank HERBERT's books. What is even more remarkable are the storylines, in which the dangers but also the fascination (which unfortunately many people in history and the present feel) of fundamentalism and fascism are told in a very far-sighted manner. The strange, limited dependence on a substance and its importance for the plot is also impressive. Perhaps this film narrative fits the present in the 2020s much better than was even possible in 1984 with the first film adaptation of THE DESERT PLANET. In the final phase of the Cold War, a large cinema audience was probably not yet receptive enough to such a story.

Be that as it may, I will certainly never become a fan of Frank HERBERT's books. There are completely different works still unread in my library. But I can only highly recommend the DUNE film trilogy by Denis VILLENEUVE!
4/10
Denis Villeneuve ruins yet another amazing plot
shadwlife25 March 2024
I went in excited to see this and left with a half asleep family. Denis Villeneuve yet again goes over the top and zooms in on peoples faces for long periods for no reason, I swear he is a soap opera fan.

The film went completely for artistic value, much like Blade Runner 2049, leaving you with a very long film where a good part of it is just nothing added to the story or plot. The end lacks that anti climatic large film finale, the music choices were AWFUL just awful, giant horns that were overdone in previous films blaring...that was a huge annoyance for me, it was pacific rim/battleship put in Dune for no reason. Why they didn't go the route of say Gladiator and put in a memorable score is beyond me, Has ZImmerman usually makes the atmosphere better.

Of course with this being a DV film he chooses to avoid any real action and it's briefly done, imagine if Lord of the Rings battle of Helmsdeep was done in about 30 seconds, or the climatic battle in The Hobbit was done with just a flash of light. Absolutely missed the mark on a huge build up to rather zoom in on faces for extended periods of time....once you notice it you can't unsee it.

I was massively underwhelmed, it started off with me thinking DV wouldn't give it the BR2049 treatment but sure enough he did. Yes I'm still beyond upset that one of my most ever anticipated films was butchered into a bright setting with massive plot holes and long shots of Ryan Gosling walking.
5/10
Pretty much a waste - it's pop-garbage.
xTkAx3 March 2024
Do yourself a favor and go watch the Dune mini series from 2000 and then the Children of dune mini series from 2003. More story, more substance. Unless you are concerned primarily with visuals of course, which is all this movie wins in. The two miniseries are a better depiction of the stories in the books, whereas this film is extremely empty and slow and boring.

Part 2 was pop-garbage, a rip off exploiting the story and other stories to change it completely, where it only expanded on its wasted opportunity of part 1 to make a complete waste of time. It's very difficult to recommend this film and its prequel for anything but 'nice visuals'.

So, your best bet is to read the books or go and watch the two mini-series mentioned above between 2000 and 2003.
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5/10
The second part is a disappointment
voooke30 March 2024
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I was sooo captivated by the first movie. And after waiting for the second one for so long (with extra 6 months!), after all of those spoilers in press about how even cooler is to be the second part - I've got THIS O_o

It was like watching a very long film trailer, or a clip: it was chopped into weird episodes that just don't build a narrative, and have no logic. To be honest, I'm not a fan of Frank Herbert's writing, and while I'm amazed with the Dune universe and how he managed to imagine this all, his writing style is horrible (sorry, fans). I loved the first movie specifically because it lets become really a part of this mystery, and this world, and feel it's beauty that Herbert described clumsily.

But for the second part - well, it was painful to read the book to follow the logic in there, and it's hilarious to see how scenarists (or maybe video editors) succeeded in making it even worse.

Many key episodes are just vanished from the movie. The tremendously important episodes or Jessica and then Paul taking Water of Life and what happened to them, what they saw - Geez, what these barbarians did to those?? Drink - something blue - omg, she's pregnant! - the end. Really???

The final battle of Arrakeen is a 5-minute awkward thing.

OK, I'm done. It was too bad. Even the visual effects somehow were better in the first movie then here.
10/10
Epic!
xqzbcsmj28 February 2024
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For everyone wondering if they should watch this. YOU SHOULD!

Epic in all ways, not a single second wasted not bored. The way it continues to build its story brick by brick, also enjoying a massive plot twist along the way. Wonderfull acting carries this well written story. Every 1 in the cinema was either gasping or laughing which contributes to this being an epic movie.

Rush to the cinema to support part 3😝. It left on a high note and thus it is meant to end in a high note aswel. Strap in and enjoy!

Looking forward to the story beyond, cuz you know the sky is the limit. Cheers and have fun guys!
10/10
This is what cinema is
jcl-web2 March 2024
Breath taking Inspiring Taken away Full blast Everything is so powerful I was flabbergasted (deliciously) for 3 hours.

What a movie. This is why I love going to the theater. Being moved, taken away, I poored some tears, I got the chills, I smiled, I felt it. Those hours spent so fast.

I'm now longing for Dune 3. What a cast, what a scenario, everything was natural and flawless. I rarely write reviews.

I also recommend watching part 1 again before going to the next chapter.

Great adaption of the book. Go and see that movie, please!

Eventually, I went to the Grand Rex / The Infinite, in Paris.

Lovely morning.
9/10
Dune: Part Two Review - A Transcendent Sequel That Redefines Epic Cinema
cutie76 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two" solidifies itself as the fantasy epic of our generation, emerging as a monumental piece of cinema that left me with goosebumps. Denis Villeneuve, with his Midas touch, has crafted one of the greatest sequels ever made, affirming the notion that everything he touches turns to gold. The film transcends mere continuation, elevating the rich narrative and complex universe introduced in the first installment to unprecedented heights.

Expressing the full impact of this cinematic achievement is challenging. Villeneuve's vision for Frank Herbert's universe is realized with such grandeur and precision that it captivates from the opening scene to the closing credits. The storytelling is masterful, interweaving the dense lore and politics of Herbert's world with deeply personal character arcs. Timothée Chalamet, returning as Paul Atreides, delivers a performance that is both vulnerable and authoritative, perfectly capturing the essence of the prophesied leader.

Visually, the film is a marvel. Each frame is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, from the sweeping landscapes of Arrakis to the intricate designs of the spaceships and costumes. The visual effects are not merely spectacle; they enhance the narrative, creating an immersive experience that feels both alien and hauntingly familiar.

"Dune: Part Two" transcends being just a movie; it's an experience that transcends the medium, marking a pinnacle in science fiction and fantasy storytelling. Villeneuve has crafted a legacy that will be celebrated for generations, making this sequel a defining moment in the history of cinema.
2/10
A TRAGIC MESS OF A MOVIE -----DUNE: PART SWOON -- NOT
codymiami30 March 2024
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It is hard to believe that a movie could be created that lacks such empathy, compassion, and story by the two lead actors. Chemistry -1... Precious spice fields!!! Dune's version of Oil fields!! Why so we need spice in our life? There is enough Salt in deserts to make spice.. SO SO disappointed.

I wanted to enjoy a movie of epic scope. I was left very no entertained. WOW what a bomb of a film. WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY!!!

There were so many looks end that were not tie up. The MOM was void of love for her son. She was like a robot.. Why did the art direction lack ART DIRECTION..

DUNE PART 2 LACKS Creativity..So many missing elements in this movie. I still can not understand why they wasted so much money on this film...
9/10
The Best Book Adaptation Ever
tkdlifemagazine16 March 2024
Dune 2 is a phenomenal movie. It is a conquest of cinema in its art, Direction, special effects, music, and more. This adaptation of the second half of Frank Herbert's first book, despite some changes, is masterful. Dune is the mother of them all. Its story was so far ahead of its time and it inspired Star Wars, The Terminator, and many, many other works of modern film and television. It was also socially ahead of its time and still relevant today as it warns of the cult of personality, and the Myth of Deification of Mortals. The acting is stellar. I heard Timothy Chalet was the weakest part, and that is, simply not true. He is much better than in the first and does a great job, subtly, transforming from boy Prince to Messianic soldier. The entire cast is brilliant. The film does a wonderful job picking up where the first one left off. Amazing Cinema. As someone who loved the book and was so disappointed in the past by the versions released this was so satisfying.
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10/10
Yes Thankyou
benpulford-8258912 March 2024
Wonderful film. Great fun to watch. A tale to really get absorbed by. Fabulous. Epic. Brilliant. All the very best of superlatives. Only criticism (which I've mentioned before in these reviews) - thé 'baddies' get dispatched far too easily and quickly. Given the buildup of what we see of the Harkonnen home world and how deranged and evil they all are, the 'baddies' get dispatched far too easily. Baddies need to be seen getting what they deserve, which is to suffer ... sound like a Harkonnen myself!!! Actually, I do have another criticism - given we had to wait three - four years between each of the first two Villeneuve DUNE films and that's just the first book and there are six books in the Frank Herbert series, to get through the whole lot assuming two films per book, it'll take 48 years to get through them all. I'll be long dead half way through!
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7/10
daenerys targaryen ?!? I must be missing it?
robertbg34 March 2024
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Dune Part One ranks in my top 10 of all time, so my anticipation for this film was sky-high.

The positives: The movie showcases incredible creativity and breathtaking visuals. The costume design is particularly striking, and the ensemble cast delivers standout performances across the board.

However, there are some drawbacks: Around the midway point, something felt off. Rebecca Ferguson and Timothy Chalamet's characters seemed to undergo a sudden transformation, almost as if they forgot who they were. While character development is expected, this shift felt jarring and poorly explained. The pacing also felt inconsistent, with moments dragging while others rushed by. This reminded me of the character arc of Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, where her evolution felt sudden and unearned. Additionally, the desert setting dominates the film, creating a feeling of monotony throughout. What made Part One special seems lacking in Part Two; there's a sense of missing that extra touch or uniqueness.
10/10
Best Movie of the This Generation
mt-262303 March 2024
'Dune: Part Two' is not overhyped. It is a film that takes all your expectations and surpasses them. Many complain that the greatness of cinema is starting to fade; however, Denis Villeneuve proved that cinema is spectacular when you are provided with an experience of a film that has heart and care behind it.

Christopher Nolan better be thanking God that this film did not come out in 2023 because it would be a tough call on which film would win Best Picture.

Dune: Part Two is a masterpiece that brings back the feeling of the quality of 'The Lord of the Rings' even if it lacks the heart of Hobbits. This film is going to be one that many will be talking about for decades to come.

Bring on Part 3!
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10/10
The Impossible Burden of Dune Messiah
Jan196811 March 2024
Part 1 kept me glued to my chair for 2 and a half hours. I am a big fan of the source material and I was blown away by what Villeneuve did with it. Expectations for Part 2 were high and oh my, did he deliver...

This one is 15 mins longer but if it were 5 hrs I wouldn't have minded a bit. A lot has been said already on the strong points of the movie and I will not repeat them. There is also criticism and all I can say is, I get it. I didn't see any weak points at all myself, but I acknowledge that some people won't like the visual style, the narrative or the way it is brought to screen. If any of these things bother you, I won't judge you. All I can say is that personally, I want to be buried in this film. Villeneuve did with Dune what Peter Jackson did with Lord of the Rings: the impossible. He visualised what was thought to be unfilmable. And arguably, he even did a better job than Jackson (blasphemous thought, I know, but there it is). What made all the difference (in both these cases) is the unrelenting vision of the director. Jackson is a fan of the source material and he wanted to do it justice. Villeneuve went a step further. Not only is he a fan of the source material, he used the opportunity to make a film that is actually MORE true to the source material than the source material itself! Frank Herbert was disappointed that his intentions were misunderstood by most readers in the sense that Paul was seen as the obvious hero, instead of a false messiah. Villeneuve's interpretation is more clear on that part than the book, a change that would certainly be approved by the author if he were still alive.

But this is what makes me very, very afraid of what is to come. Dune Messiah was Frank Herberts remedy for the first book. It hammered the point home that Paul is not a saint but a conqueror. It's a devastating end to Paul's saga and as people who read it may remember, it also ends in a devastating tragedy for the main characters.

Villeneuve will do the 3rd movie, we already know that. He will bring the second book to screen and that is absolutely a.m.a.z.i.n.g. News. Because by now, we all know he will do the story justice, even if the studio will not want him to. Because let's face it: if he tells the story truthfully, on paper that should be the end of the franchise. That is what haunts me. The incredible prospect of the 3rd movie that is now a certainty and the fear that it will be the last.

The 3rd book (Children of Dune) is the redeemer of the 2nd. It's weird, strange and yet compelling but also seemingly impossible to visualise. Who will do this if not Denis Villeneuve? More importantly: who will DARE this if not Denis Villeneuve?

And, further down the line: who will ever give us the God Emperor (book 4)?
10/10
Incredible
liverboy-598532 March 2024
I found myself on numerous occasions during the film sat open mouthed and mesmerised like a 4 year old boy. I came out wanting to watch it again and again. I'm known to not get excited by anything but this had my neck hairs stood to attention frequently.

Anyone who says this film is a slow starter really doesn't know what they are talking about. The casting was spot on and they actors delivered and some.

It reminded me as a 7 year old watching Star Wars for the first time at the cinema with my mum I was that enthralled with the whole experience. I was gripped and submerged in the action scenes as if I was there.
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8/10
Cool story, cinematic masterpiece
yaremaoconnell2 March 2024
Honestly I'm not too familiar with the story besides see the first movie. At times it can be convoluted and confusing, but in terms of cinema this is a masterpiece. Beautiful to watch, acting amazing. Mad Max Fury Road type cinematography. Highly recommend. The movie was long, and they have a thing for advertising huge actors that's make 30 second features. But besides that, it was a stunning film to watch. Can't wait to see the third. This definitely pushed the boundaries on the first film.

The director has done it again, keeps your eyes peeled to the screen. Visually stunning, and the costume design is also splendid.
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10/10
Best Book Adaptation of All Time
buswellsean2 March 2024
This movie, in my opinion, is one of the culminations of the single best book adaptations of all time and I mean this in the strictest sense of ADAPTATION. No book-film pairing can ever surpass the LotR trilogy as an overall unit and how it turned a masterpiece into a masterpiece. In contrast, Dune 1 & 2 turns a great book (that in my opinion lags a few times too many) into a cinematic masterpiece. Did it diverge from the books in some pretty large ways? Yes. As opposed to many instances in adaptation I believe it helped drive the character conflict and the narrative while avoiding the necessary exposition it would have taken to make the cut stuff make sense, all in the context of sub 6 hours of screen time. Peter pushed the LotR trilogy to rewrite the narrative of the films to be Frodocentric and I think Denis did a similar thing specifically in this movie and turning it Paulcentric, and you might be saying well the book is pretty Paulcentric but it focuses that on his inner conflict and conflict with Chani in a way that was more distinct than the book.

As an aspiring writer, I was brought to tears thinking of how I would give anything for people to sit in a theater and feel a fraction of what I just felt if I would ever be so lucky for my stories to get adapted. That alone kindled a great sense of urgency and determination in my craft. It's hard to ever say what an author would feel about a film adaptation, but I think regardless of how Frank would feel this duo of films did more than justice to the source material.
10/10
Must see!!
austinkbrady1 March 2024
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Yes there are issues with this film especially the pacing at the end.

It felt too easy, although epic! Part one felt like it was a tighter plot line while this was a string of vignettes.

Either way I really really enjoyed this film. There is something about Denis' directing, Greg's cinematography, Hans' score, and the talent that make these films feel so real and so impactful. I've rarely left the theater feeling so much enjoyment. It's a must see in IMAX.

I started as a skeptic of the whole Dune universe but now it's one of my all time favorites. Would highly recommend this movie. Go see it!
10/10
Went in with no knowledge of ratings.....
sethcalebvh4 March 2024
I was about 30% through the movie when it just hit me, "Am I watching the best movie of all time or am I crazy"?

Glad I'm not the only one who is in love with this film. Best movie of all time? Maybe. Best scifi of all time? Easy yes.

It even had great comical relief rarely seen in these kinds of films done well. The action scenes had me on the edge of my seat unlike any film I have ever watched. The freaking movie even had an unbelievably interesting war strategy aspect to it. When this movie pops off it REALLY pops off. My mouth was wide open multiple times.

The costume designs are truly amazing. The team behind this film is absolutely talented.
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9/10
Better Than Expected, However....
michaelgaryphillips4 March 2024
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This was an excellent film that cannot be denied. However, I do find myself left a little bit confused as to how a film can be so long and yet have the characters changing their minds in what feels like a split second. Admittedly I have not read the books and may suffer from a lack of understanding because of that. It does seem that Paul went from wanting to do the right thing and be an honourable hero to quite quickly choosing to go south and follow his mother's way. I do also feel like more could have been made of him grappling with the idea of drinking the "worm piss" that is for sure. It seems like he is just totally fine with it with little to no consideration. I do feel that Chani also changes her mind about Paul way to quickly in my opinion.

Overall it was very cool I must admit. One of the most beautifully shot films I have seen in the cinema since Christopher Nolan's Tenet. The performances are great, especially, Javier Bardem and Austin Butler.

A film I would recommend for sure.
10/10
A Sublime Sequel that Exceeds Expectations
elyesboudhina5 March 2024
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Dune 2 proved to be a sublime continuation of the captivating narrative that left me hanging after the first installment. The storytelling in this sequel reached new heights, seamlessly weaving complex characters, political intrigue, and profound conflicts. Each plot twist was meticulously crafted, keeping me enthralled and engaged from start to finish. The film delved deeper into the intricacies of the Dune universe, delivering a rich and immersive experience that truly satisfied the cravings of fans eagerly awaiting more from Frank Herbert's masterpiece.

What truly set Dune 2 apart, however, was its visual spectacle. The film showcased breathtaking landscapes of Arrakis and introduced intricately designed sandworms that were nothing short of awe-inspiring. The meticulous attention to detail, combined with cutting-edge cinematography, brought the Dune world to life in ways that exceeded my expectations. The visual prowess of the movie, particularly during the exhilarating scenes where the Fremen and House Atreides orchestrated a meticulously coordinated assault, unleashing a symphony of destruction from every conceivable angle. This almost compelled me to rise from my seat in sheer excitement. Dune 2 not only met but surpassed expectations, setting an exceptionally high standard for the future of the franchise.
9/10
Even better than part one: an epic spectacle!
johannes2000-19 March 2024
I had some reservations with part one, but here in part two things go into the highest gear, and a 3 hours long, truly epic spectacle unfolds. The CGI and VFX are stunning, as are the various settings, and the thrilling score by Hans Zimmer is absolutely brilliant. Thimothée Chalamet's Paul finally becomes a real character, gets depth, and his evolution from homeless refugee to the victorious usurpator of the empire is totally convincing. But there are so many other actors to praise: like Stellan Skarsgard as the monstrous Baron Harkonnen, Dave Bautista as the beastly Rabban, and an almost unrecognizable Austin Butler as the hair-raisingly scary Feyd. In my opinion the part of Zendaya was less pronounced, she wasn't given much to really put her teeth in.

If anything, I'm not so keen on the almost religious veil that lies over the story: the downtrodden that await and finally hail a messiah, with all the ecstatic jubilations and so on. But that's Frank Herbert's due of course. As is the Fremen's complicated language, which becomes a bit tiresome after hearing it for three hours, being forced to endlessly read subtitles. Poor actors, who had to learn all this by heart!! Why not let everybody speak English, they make us also believe that the Harkonnens and the Atreides speak flawlessly 21th century English, which is just as improbable.
5/10
3 hours of shouting
ahmadfrie4 March 2024
I cant get it, how people rate the movie 10/10? Is the rating just for visual aspects? Where is the story, characters, characters building and pace? The story almost didn't Move forward and the problem that there is no need for slow building we already watched part 1 and everything is already set up even that the characters building was terrible we didn't know anything extra about them and the switch in timothee character at the end of the movie was poor and very fast he just drink that blue energy drink and wooop he turned into a scoundrel.

Anyway, it is quite simple why the movie is average just can anyone told us what was the story? What really happened in the movie? It is just 3 hours stuffing, disappointed....
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10/10
First review I've written
qqnydnrn3 March 2024
There really isn't a movie to compare this to. It is so insanely well done. Absolutely lives up to all the hype. You can tell that this movie was made by people who care about what they are delivering to the audience. They didn't cut corners, and they delivered a masterpiece! They do an amazing job of immersing you in the world and you deal fully invested in the story. I cannot think of one way the movie could have been improved. The only complaint I have is that I was left wanting MORE. I cannot wait for Dune: Messiah to see how the story continues. I guess I will just have to read the books in the mean time.
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10/10
NEVER WRITTEN REVIEW BEFORE
o-p-heinikoski28 February 2024
But now i have to.... Loved every 168 minutes of it and no, its not too long. Couple of scenes made me tear up just because they were so cool and epic. Yes its visual masterpiece but it is also so much more. It has heart and characters that you'll love. I laughed more than i thought i would, Javier Bardem was the biggest reason why. I was thinking that it has to slow down at some point it just kept going and building up towards to end. Packed with action and scenes that you find urself holding ur breath. I have one negative thing to say about Dune part 2 and its that i cant wait 3 years for that next one to come out.
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10/10
Go to IMAX on this movie!
stasnalivayko14 March 2024
I will not be afraid of this word, this is the best film I have seen. The director, the cast, the script and everything else. It deserves all the Oscars this year.

When I went to the cinema for the first time, I received very positive emotions. When I went for the second time, it seemed to me that the film sags a little during the second act, but at the same time the last hour looks very good. When I went for the third time, I did not notice any flaws , the third time I watched it with maximum pleasure. I have already bought a ticket to go for the fourth time. I want to note especially the love line of Paul and Chani, I was moved to the bones. Also, the Music, it is simply incredible, I am extremely delighted with the fact that , what Hans Zammer wrote for this film, great work. Go to the cinema and enjoy, if possible better in IMAX)
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10/10
INCREDIBILE
mateicopceag7 March 2024
A piece of art! Nice sountrack good story great actors, everything was perfect.

It's even better than the first one. Even tho it is kinda long it deserves every minute because the story is extremly interesting. The camera work is very good. In the movie the Main character become a braver man and it is crucial for the role he has in the story. I liked it a lot. I recomand it as it is the best movie from 2024 so far and it might easily Windows the oscar for the best movie. Watch it in the cinema beacuse there you will have the best experience you could get. It will be awsome!!!

Come on... go and watch it.
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10/10
It's called an "adaptation" for a reason guys!
electu929 February 2024
First and foremost the movie is a masterpiece. The vast majority of the poor reviews come from hardcore book fans (disclaimer: I'm one) complaining about variations from the book. I won't elaborate on details to avoid spoilers but what needs to be understood is that it is a different media. Decisions were made by Villeneuve to suppress elements that are present on the book to allow a better flow of the story without compromising its main plotline. He has succeeded in my opinion. Including all the components of the book would inevitably lead to underdeveloped storylines. Another reason for one of his most criticized decisions is obviously technical. Yes, I'm talking about a certain key book character that "appears" in a different way in the movie. This character would have to be done in CGI or with an actor dubbing another. I believe both outcomes would be subpar in comparison with how it was handled.

For those who have not seen the movie (having read the books or not): go! Make sure you select the biggest available screen (I went for IMAX) and buckle up for the ride. Enjoy your trip to Arrakis.
9/10
This Is What Hollywood Exists For
thebyrdistheword8 March 2024
When we think of a "cinematic experience" this movie is exactly what I think we mean. It's exactly the sort of filmmaking that cinemas are made for. From set design to special effects, fight choreography, wardrobe, cinematography, direction, acting, screenwriting, you name it and this film delivers an A.

We have been so oversaturated with bland, uninspired, and creatively bankrupt films over the last number of years that going to the cinema has lost much of the excitement that used to surround a trip to the movies. The confidence we used to have that studios and directors were going to at least attempt to deliver to us creatively rich films that engaged us as audience in more ways than simple entertainment is all but gone. But, Dune: Part Two is a return to such films and hopefully a reminder to the rest of Hollywood that this is not only what we desire to see at the movies, but what we expect.

From my perspective, a film moves from entertainment to art when it causes you to reflect on its story, themes, and the world it invites you to participate in beyond its runtime. When you find yourself reflecting on a film hours and even days after you've seen it, then it's possible you've viewed a work of art. Director Denis Villenueve has done that, made a work of art.

Come for the sandworms, the sci-fi action, and stunning visuals of the world of Dune. Stay for a beautifully told human story of power and who we are willing to be in order to attain it, and even more profoundly, who we inevitably become once we have it.
5/10
Dull, uninspiring and Villeneuve's 1st misstep
timhowick17 March 2024
Where to start... I enjoyed the first, as I have done all of Villeneuve films.

But this, this is a boring film, nothing really happens for the first 90 minutes. It's just a teeny romance of unimaginable boredom, the chemistry is non existent.

Then we have the worms, for some reason these were as epic as a b grade TV show.

Villeneuve's usual style and panache is nowhere to be seen. For the first time ever during one of his films I found myself checking my watch. It was just do dull.

The usual epic cinematography and visuals were small and uninspiring.

It feels much like Peter Jackson rushed Hobbit trilogy.

Comparisons to Empire Strikes Back are utter tripe. It has tropes they're just not delivered with any clarity or epic Ness.

The final battle suffers from the old Season 7 Game of Thrones teleporting.

It's a shame as I used to say he's never made bad film I can't say that now.
8/10
Beautiful, but...
welshone-1733913 March 2024
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Positives out of the way first: this film is gorgeous. The scenes under Giedi Prime's black sun are so beautiful that it's almost a shame when the Arrakis colour returns. The stark contrast is perfect for the two warring houses. Everyone plays their roles well; I adored Javier Bardem's devout Stilgar and Zendaya's defiant Chani. Of course, this is definitely Timothee Chalamet's film, though Austin Butler steals every scene he's in.

So what are the problems? Well, I understand that it's hard to adapt such a huge novel into just two movies. The pacing felt right, up to a point; another movie would have been just right, imo. And doing away with the character of Alia (cameo and womb-voice notwithstanding), that feels like a mistake to me. When I read the book, it felt like Alia was the most dangerous character in the whole story, the culmination of the Bene Gesserit's scheming. I understand it's hard to find a young actor who could pull that off (they'd need Fanning levels of maturity) but there were surely ways around it, rather than just omitting her altogether. Chani and Paul's relationship was also rushed. Again, I understand not wanting to add in young Leto, but I think condensing the second movie into a few months was a mistake, especially when Princess Irulan comes on the scene; it gives the impression Chani was simply a fling, when she absolutely wasn't.

TL;DR: If I hadn't read the book, this would be a 10. I would watch it again tomorrow, but I will always be disappointed at the lack of time skip and all that comes with it.
10/10
DENIS VILLENEUVE COOKED A MASTERPIECE
richardzbek12 March 2024
Just got out of BFI IMAX and My LISAN AL GAIB THAT'S HOW YOU DO SCI-FI!!!! THAT'S HOW YOU DO DUNE!!!!

Acting Amazing: Standouts : Timothée, Austin, Rebecca, Javier Music Astronomically Spectacular Hans is a Legendary Master of Cinematic Soundtracks Sound Design So immersive alongside The Rumble in the theatre 70mm Is Definitely The way to Witness This Spectacle

This is a story that brought laughs, shock and tears and i enjoyed every nanosecond

This film with the first part rivals movies like Lotr I am now especially Eager to Witness Whatever Further Greatness Denis and these talented people create with DUNE: MESSIAH

YA HYA CHOUHADA!!!!
10/10
Seriously
radioman99-705-7451491 March 2024
One of the best films ever made. Visuals are amazing, sound is fantastic, action was superb... Ugh, just go see it. If anyone has any negativity about it, it's because they "would have done it different if I were the director". Jealousy is all that would cause someone to leave negative responses. This has climbed my list of best movies that lie with the original Jurassic Park and others. Even the fight\battle scenes were more exciting and well done than any others I've seen. The explosions were incredible and none of the CGI looked fake like in transformers movies. Simply one of the best films ever.
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10/10
Amazing
calebforchristcm9 March 2024
I loved this movie but I don't need to write a whole review like everyone else. Do you book readers that a movie adaptation does not need to have every single thing YOU want from the book. An adaptation is BASED off the book, not an exact copy of it. If they wanted to fit everything we'd have a 5 hour long movie, but we can't add everything, can we? Lower your expectations y'all are embarrassing yourselves. All you're doing is yapping about how much of a fan you are. Let people enjoy the movie ADAPTATION, not the copy you want.

Like yeah I love the spacing guild, they're awesome. I love the lore behind the eradication of robots, but that would be an extra, like, 4 hours, and a movie can't be so long that it wastes everyone's day with lore, right? This behavior is truly goofy, and it needs to stop.
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8/10
Dune well
logan_phillips16 March 2024
A worthy squeal. As with part 1, the cinematography was excellent. The use of scale and angles was a pleasure to the eye. If you are familiar with the novels you will see they are moving the story along well with a little tweaking here and there.

I love Christopher Walken but not sure he needed to be in this film.

The music is as grand as the scenery. And I was not disappointed at all with the worm riding. You could almost feel how hard it must be to do. Great directing and special effects. And the actors and actresses made you feel with them as good performers should.

Looking forward to the 3rd.
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9/10
Sequel is a masterpiece
RickyB0bby1213 March 2024
This sequel is a masterpiece of art, looking at its peers like Avengers Endgame this has created its own stratosphere. The slow churn of the part I sets this film to create what Marvel took a dozen films to do.

Although I must admit when I rewatched Part I I still felt like so many bits didn't stick, the planet, the race, all the family names. I felt like this didn't impact me for Part II, like any piece of Art it's better to appreciate more than once and over time.

It makes me think, this is like if Star Wars was created again from today, pure escape, pure cinema.

The visual and sound effects (Hans Zimmer) are perfect, not a futuristic city, just a desert wasteland captured in its essence. Just know, not every film maker can pull off riding giant worms.

Flowers have to be given to the casting and acting, each of these charectors stretch further into the best they can be. Timothee Chamelet's arc is spot on, Austin Butler makes a great psychopath. My favourite has to be Javier Bardem (Jilgar) who turns from a Jedi master of his craft to an absolute religious zealot, humorous throughout.

And let's not forget, as transported as I was throughout the quickest 3 hours of my life, many of this films themes of belief, power and control are clearly show influence from what happens in the real world. Just wish I got the popcorn bucket.
10/10
Amaizng
apalunko14 March 2024
"Absolutely amazing movie! Firstly, Hans Zimmer's extraordinary musical score elevates the experience to another level. His talent is truly remarkable! The visuals are breathtaking, immersing the audience in a mesmerizing world. The costume design is exceptional, adding depth to the characters and the story. Furthermore, the actors deliver outstanding performances, perfectly embodying their respective roles. It's evident that each actor was carefully chosen, enhancing the overall impact of the film."

The movie's captivating storyline keeps viewers engaged from start to finish, while the seamless integration of special effects adds to its cinematic brilliance. Overall, it's a masterpiece that deserves all the accolades it receives!
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9/10
I WAS THERE!
BPRICE9910 March 2024
Wow,

What an experience that was, I'm writing this after my second viewing to make sure it was as good as I thought it was, Baring in mind this is the first movie I've seen in the cinema more than once, a few others have threatened the idea but none as much as this deserved a second screening.

Villeneuve and co have put together something epic, powerful and meaningful to say the least backed up by an array of excellent cinematography, scores and performances from a refined cast.

I have no negatives to say really about this, in honesty I thought it was perfect and a faithful sequel to another excellent movie, but I do believe this does edge out part one just ever so slightly and I hope a third comes soon enough to round out what could be the generational trilogy from my generation.

What I loved most about this, is how it made me feel - I was gripped from the jump and it did not loosen until the credits rolled. Goosebumps from the score - I truly felt like I was there, on Arrakis in the desert for that I cannot falter - an emotional telling of a complex subject and idea.

Perfect.
10/10
Fear kills souls
sandrapodsiadly6 March 2024
It was an epic experience. The film was coherent, intense and suspenseful. I hope it wins an Oscar in 2025. I'm glad that she played more than in the previous part. I love that girl! She's incredibly talented and looks great even as a desert rat. I cannot forget about the colors of the film in which it was recorded - it was perfectly matched and reflected the desert atmosphere of the film. It is also interesting to show the main beetle and other transformations taking place in the body of the fillum. His self-confidence is developing minute by minute. It is also interesting to show the main beetle and other transformations taking place in the body of the fillum. His self-confidence is developing minute by minute. The film is dynamic and refined in every aspect, and Hans Zimmer's music is a masterpiece!
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10/10
Blown away by this film
mitchdj-326026 March 2024
Not even being a Frank Herbert fan, I thought this was one of the best films I've ever seen, and the story is so incredible. I was blown away by every aspect of this film. The sheer scale of the world they live in is incredibly well displayed on the screen in both Part 1&2. Every actor and actress absolutely killed it with their performance, and it kind of felt like Part 1 was blowing up a giant bubble, and part two was when the bubble popped. I mean everything comes together so nicely in the second part, and Denis Villenueve clearly had a passion for this movie and it shows. I will definitely be seeing this in theatres again. Probably the best movie I've ever seen.
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10/10
EPIC
rccxpjz10 March 2024
I LOVE IT. Every single part of it. Finally, after star wars, I found another universe. It is incredible. The first one was 10/10. This one... 1000/10. Sublime. I wan to recommend every one to see it. Acting, music, scenery, storyline, everything. Brutal brutal brutal. I am just sad that I need to wait another 2-3 years.for the 3rd part. Paul Atreides is my Anakin Skywalker, he has become the new legend in the Chracters that yuhal has been seeking. I love Dune. Long live yuhal Dune and the director and all the actors they armazing and they are unique. Thank you for these moments!!! Loved it my friends.
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10/10
fear kills the soul
sandrapodsiadly6 March 2024
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It was an epic experience and every scene was crafted to perfection. I hope that Dune will be nominated for the Oscars 2025! The film is suspenseful, coherent and intriguing at the same time. An interesting phenomenon was how the main character gained self-confidence during the session. The love story was also developed. I'm glad that Zandya won much more than in the first part, because I love this girl! She is incredibly talented and incredibly beautiful even in the years of the desert rat. I cannot forget about the colors of the film in which it was recorded - it was perfectly matched and reflected the desert atmosphere of the film.
9/10
Full movie Diuna 2 - Best scifi production
jadowitymagilson2 March 2024
The best film I have ever seen in the "fantasy films" category. The technology used for this film is probably very modern, because the effects are excellent. Watch the full Dune 2 movie online if you want to do it from the comfort of your home, but I hope you have a good monitor because it would be a shame to miss the great show and effects.

There is certainly a difference between watching this movie online and watching it in the cinema, as it is obvious that you will see more interesting details on the cinema screen, but you may be distracted by other viewers who will surely enjoy this spectacle. They may make strange noises.
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10/10
Best Sci-Fi of the century
nanepogh11 March 2024
Denise Villeneuve is a genius. Him and Greige Fraser have done it again and even better than 'Dune Part One'. 'Dune Part Two' is an amazing sequel to the first one, every single second of the 3 hours are worth the time and effort that has gone into this movie.

The visual effects that were created are mind-blowing, even in the very first scene.

The costume designs are truly incredible, the amount of detail that can be seen in just one costume is out of this world. Every costume shows the ancient history which comes with the planet and characters.

Set design was also outstanding. Every set has its own aura to it, the sets in the desert have carvings all over the walls which show how old the planet is, and all the history it has experienced.

Hans Zimmer created a perfect score to the movie. A lot of ancient instruments are used (The Duduk, Zurnka etc.) and these instruments are made of wood and as the music of these instruments play a sense of history and the heavy future and past is felt just through music notes. It brings chills just listening to the score.

Denise Villeneuve's world building in this movie is right out of the books. Sitting in the theatre you experience the movie because of the scale which is shown. The planet is breathtaking, the space-ships are futuristic, the sandworms are felt as if infront of you. It's truly incredible!

The casting choices are perfect! The old cast (Timothée Chalamet, Zendeya, Josh Brolin, Rebecca Ferguson etc.) are amazing and kept their characters epic. But the new cast adds something to the movie. Most surprising character was Feyd-Rautha and the way Austin Butler portrayed the psychotic beast that is described in the books, and he brought it to screen. It was so incredible seeing him take on this psycho role, especially after Elvis. Personally Stilgar and Feyd-Rautha might be my favourite characters in this sequel. Javier Bardem does an amazing job playing Stilgar seriously yet managing to sneak in a bit of comedy.

Timothee Chalamet delivers a speach in Chakobsa (Fremen language) which is so powerful! It's so incredible seeing how the change of language can influence a scene. This specific scene truly shows how talanted Timothée Chalamet is.

I really recommend watching this movie in IMAX since it was filmed specifically for IMAX. And if you've not read the books then it's a must and if you have read the book it's such a pleasure to watch the book come to life with the way Denise Villeneuve filmed this.

This is the best Dune movie out there! Truly Epic!

"Long Live the Fighters of Muad'Dib"
10/10
I have been waiting for this!
pyr_lotho4 March 2024
Since the last lord of the rings (The Return of the King) i fell in a deep black hole. Not that there were no good movies, but the feeling I got from the Lord of the rings triology and what I really felt with the Return of the king I didn't have for a long time.

But now I saw the second movie from Dune. Damn that got me shivers all of my body. The music from Hans Zimmer is out of this world (good because it doesn't take place on this one!). The actors are great! And I believed every single part of it. It was surprising, different and beautiful.

There was love, believe, hope and everything you want from a blockbuster. A blockbuster with a great storyline. The director did a awesome job with making this movie so much different than everything you have ever seen before.

So go to an IMAX, and watch and experience it!

If you need something to worship, then worship life - all life, every last crawling bit of it! We're all in this beauty together!
10/10
Dune 2: Eclipsing Brilliance
jdammekens20 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two" is a masterful continuation of Denis Villeneuve's epic adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic novel. With its sweeping visuals, gripping performances, and thought-provoking themes, it cements itself as a standout achievement in modern science fiction cinema.

From the sweeping deserts of Arrakis to the intricately designed sietches of the Fremen, every frame is imbued with a sense of otherworldly beauty and danger. Villeneuve's meticulous attention to detail ensures that each location feels distinct and alive, adding depth to an already immersive narrative.

For maximum immersion in "Dune: Part Two," I really recommend watching detailed recap of its predecessor on youtube. Familiarity with the characters, factions, and events from the first part enriches the experience, improving understanding of the sequel's intricate plot and character dynamics.

Lisan al Gaib!
10/10
The Making of a Legendary Series
mselby-0134213 March 2024
This is a fantastic film, worthy of Oscar recognition in nearly every aspect. Unlike its predecessor, which occasionally felt sluggish due to extensive story setup, this sequel strikes a perfect balance between action and necessary plot development, capturing my attention throughout. The film excels in every department-acting, makeup, wardrobes, cinematography, and sound effects are all exceptional. A highlight for me is the CGI, which has evolved to astonishing levels of realism. The visual effects, especially the simultaneous depiction of futuristic tech alongside ancient architecture, are so convincing that they blur the lines between fiction and reality. This movie is an absolute must-see, and I wouldn't be surprised if it emerges as a top contender for movie of the year. I'm very excited for the next, and potentially last, film in this series as I think the whole will be up there as one of the greatest of all time.
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6/10
Disappointment
Portis_Charles30 March 2024
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Massive disappointment. I know the book a little and I knew where the story was going, but the outcome is worse than I expected. I liked the first film, its grandiose settings, its open questions. The way the second responds is quite appalling.

That the Emperor's throne comes down to a knife fight is already hard to swallow, but what's more, it ends with the good old trick of 'it's the hero who is dead, ah no it's the other one', already seen a million times in film, it's disappointing...

Aesthetically, the story immensely reduces the ambitions of this second part by focusing on the Fremens and their rough desert settings. With the exception of a scene on the Harkonnen planet, Giedi Prime, which is rather impressive in martial white and black tones. That said, I still miss David Lynch's crazy and disgusting Harkonnen with their strange greenish/industrial planet and sexual perversions.

Here we are in a demonstration of pure force, strangely contradicted by the ridiculous fear suddenly displayed by Rabban, and by an astonishing vulnerability of the Harkonnen troops like the Sardaukars to the guerrilla techniques of the Fremens without this being convincingly justified by the mise-en-scene.

We can only imagine that what makes the difference is the infinitely superior number of the Fremen, greatly underestimated by the Harkonnen, which allows them to gain the upper hand at the cost of a major human sacrifice. But this quasi-genocidal aspect is only evoked by a film which obviously must be easy on the general public to be profitable. Here we touch on the structural limits of the project.
10/10
Dennis you did this well.
anishayraj6 March 2024
This complex story was simplified, an achievement in itself. Eliminated the right things and enhanced the right things. I can tell this work of art came from a true fan of the books.

Some scenes I felt were better done than the book itself. Especially how he proves it to the council that he is the true messiah. I enjoyed the books and this movie just makes the books better for me.

The changes with the story of Paul and Chani leaves a bit if unpredictability for the people who have already read the book. The way he chooses to take the water of life is also fresh for the fans of the book.

Dennis might truly be able to take on the challenge of creating the God Emperor books as well.
10/10
Incredibile
mihai-iorgulescu2129 February 2024
One of the finest movies out there, perfect in every aspect from my perspective. The actors deliver an exceptional performance, the story is compelling, and the visuals and sound are truly extraordinary. Witnessing such remarkable performances from everyone involved, coupled with the director's skill and precision, sets a standard for others in the film industry on how to create an outstanding masterpiece. In the midst of numerous disappointing movies during the pandemic and in general, this feels like an oasis in the desert. Great job to all involved.

Exceptional movie, a beacon in the film industry. Applause to the entire team!
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8/10
Great production but don't expect anything deeper
s-1523026 February 2024
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(8/10) Watching it on an IMAX screen is definitely the best way to enjoy the film. It shows the best CG and production level of Hollywood. The battle scenes are generally quite ceremonial and impressive. The storytelling is smooth. However, the whole setting of shield defense in part 1 is completely abandoned. I haven't finished the novel, but I heard it's a quite in-depth one. In Part 2 of Dune, there are not many deep implications regarding either colonization or environment, even family relationships. There is only Paul's unavoidable fate to become a ruthless tyrant. @ Cineplex Riverport IMAX.
10/10
A blockbuster that as artistic value
geo-davidlascelles5 March 2024
This is not your typical blockbuster vibe. It's not a simple remake of old movies or lets says a marvel movie. Not that dont like those kind of movies. But in my way i always classifying movie in the different familly. One for the movie that are for fun that distract me. Marvel MCU did great for that. Here Denis Villeneuve put his dream into screen to share is fabulous interpratation of the book. The story, the costume, the soundtrack, the actors, the colors and the picture are all epic. I love Kubric movie for the same kind of reason. I'm glad the the box office relate to that. I think i will reread the books before third part.
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10/10
This generations LOTR or empire strikes back!!!
driscollbrendanp26 February 2024
I had pretty sky high expectation with this film and this film somehow exceeded them greatly. This is an epic grand story that needs to be experienced on the biggest screen possible. From the visuals to the sound design, acting, story, this is truly the lord of the rings of this generation. This film focuses on the second half of the book which has all of the big war scenes and this film is honestly adapted a little more loosely from the book compared to the first part which I thought was brilliantly adapted. Zendaya really steals the show with her performance along with everybody else in this film. Even if you didn't like the first dune, trust me, you'll fall in love with this one.
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10/10
Mind blowing epicness. The best story ever!
romulus-stoica28 February 2024
Just perfect, the story line, the actors, the sound, the image, the best movie ever. All action it s perfect played and you can t wait to find out what's next to hapen? And when all hapen, the sensations on your mind and body starts to vibrate in the same rithm as you call for it. The image and the sound ar just pure art that describe perfectly the story line and what eache character live every second in pefevt symbiose without any logical break. You cannot stop love it, you just want more to see every second of it, it just to good , you are realy inaide this epic univers, inside thei familys.
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5/10
Beautiful Disaster
redevil0119 March 2024
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The first hour or so was pretty solid but it just got gradually worse until eventually I came to the realization, during the climax no less, that it just wasn't a good film. The music and cinematography were incredible, along with the acting of certain characters. Everything else was incredible for all the wrong reasons...

  • The lead duo have no chemistry
  • Pacing is jarring across the whole runtime and scenes look stitched together rather than flowing into each other
  • Paul is basically Jon Snow for the first hour, which comes across as whiny
  • Unlike the first movie where Chani has this mysterious, exotic feel about her, she's just whiny the entire time now
  • The climax is laughable and everyone looks incompetent
  • There's a dual to decide the fate of the Emperor for no good reason other than to introduce one last bit of tension after a lackluster battle scene
  • Paul loses the dual but the bad guy does the typical movie villain speech and gets killed for it
  • There is never once any real tension


I really loved the first movie and this was my most anticipated movie of the year. What a huge disappointment.
6/10
Too busy trying to look good
apereztenessa-110 March 2024
It is hard not to get excited by Dune Part 2's first minutes, taking in the beauty of the photography and the elegant style of Dennis Villeneuve. But it is equally true that the excitement wears off as the film unfolds.

While better and more engaging than Part 1, the story continues to struggle to catch our interest. Part of the issue is that Denis Villeneuve walks on egg shells, trying to avoid hurting any of today's sensitivities, including the promotion of religious fanatism, creating a white savior to an oppressed people or a female character who chooses to follow a man. Villeneuve navigates those risks skillfully by casting doubt on Paul Atreites' messianic nature, but it comes of course at the cost of a much diminished mythical power of the story - in a story that is fundamentally about the birth of a myth. The only magic left seems to be in the form of heavily distorted voices. To make things worse, Timothée Challamet, whose androgynous physique conveyed well the frailty of a young prince called to a higher destiny despite himself in the first film, struggles to transform into a people and military leader here, despite his attempts to scream very loudly and stand at the top of sand dunes with his legs open a bit too wide.

The main issue however is that Dennis Villeneuve focuses too much of his attention on how the film looks, and too little on character development, plot, rhythm or excitement. While smooth surface spaceships, slow motion shots and designer sets felt refreshing in The Arrival, and to some extent in Blade Runner 2049, they begin to feel today like overused toys that have lost their shine.

Let's be clear: this is still a decent film, nowhere near the depths of recent Marvel or DC universe movies, but one cannot quite elevate it to the status of Great Film. In the midst of the general indifference it generates in us as audiences, the presence of Austin Butler, however silly his character, is a standout. Here's an actor that continues to demonstrate he fills the screen with a magnetic presence of a great star.
10/10
Villenueve's Dune the perfect blend of passion and capital.
weinstockdanny27 February 2024
I was blessed to watch the early fan premier of the movie and was left nearly speechless. Every scene is crafted with care and love from the director, crew and actors. The story choices made by Villeneuve work to perfection. Every actor took a step up in their performances from Dune 1. The only reaction i could muster walking out of the theater was that Dune 1 now feels like a movie that was held back and filtered because Dune 2 is everything to 110 percent. But above all, the movie-viewing experience in a big theater is on par with the most epic and satisfying films of all time. Even if a viewer doesn't care about the story, this movie is a true spectacle on the big screen.
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Dune: Part Two - A Grand Spectacle Builds to a Thrilling Conclusion (8/10)
TheBigSick10 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's return to Arrakis with "Dune: Part Two" is a visually stunning and narratively satisfying conclusion to his epic adaptation of Frank Herbert's sci-fi masterpiece. While the film might not quite reach the heights of its predecessor in terms of sheer novelty, it delivers on the promise of a grand space opera filled with political intrigue, ecological themes, and pulse-pounding action.

Building on the Foundation

Picking up right where the first film left off, "Dune: Part Two" throws us back into the heart of Paul Atreides' (Timothée Chalamet) journey. The emotional core established in the first film continues to resonate, with Chalamet delivering a powerful performance as Paul grapples with his destiny and the burden of leadership. New additions to the cast, particularly Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, add fresh layers to the complex political web that Villeneuve has meticulously woven.

A Feast for the Senses

The film's true strength lies in its technical mastery. The vast deserts of Arrakis come alive once more, this time with a focus on the Fremen culture and their desert stronghold. The action sequences, particularly the sandworm battles, are breathtaking in their scale and intensity. Hans Zimmer's score continues to be a highlight, further immersing the audience in the film's unique soundscape.

A Worthy Conclusion

While the film stays true to the spirit of Herbert's novel, it does take some creative liberties in condensing the narrative for the screen. This might leave some purists wanting more, but overall, Villeneuve manages to deliver a satisfying conclusion that ties up the major plot threads and leaves audiences pondering the film's deeper themes.

The Final Verdict

"Dune: Part Two" is a worthy successor to the first film. It might not quite reach a perfect 10, but with its exceptional visuals, strong performances, and thrilling action sequences, it solidifies Villeneuve's vision as a landmark achievement in sci-fi filmmaking. This is a must-see for fans of the first film and anyone who enjoys epic, thought-provoking science fiction.
8/10
Big scale movie lost its rythm in part two but still a worthy watch
Tomaslillebror29 February 2024
I loved Dune part one, it was fresh, fascinating, beautiful, complex with great acting and story. It held the line of the story, things made sense even though not always clear. Dune part two however lost the rythm of the story and couldnt keep my interest up.

The acting failed imo. Its like they all got drunk and stopped taking it serious. Timotheé Chalamet and Zendaya lacked chemistry. Where was the affection? It was just nothing there. For the rest of the cast I would say they equally lacked the dedicated acting we saw in part one. There was also little developing of the characters but that had more to do with the directing that the acting.

The story, went from part ones constant action to a slow pace for the beginning 2.5 hours of part two, then everything happened in the last 20 minutes.

If the first part had a complex story, part two did not. You wont have many surprices.

The actionscenes are a mix, the CGI is great and flawless, the man to man fighting is pretty ridiculous and frankly stiff.

But it is a big production wich means beautiful scenery, music and scenography, so its still a worthy watch.

A couple mentions, I never understood why Zendayas character always looked angry in part one but she still looked angry throughout part two, why? Who knows.. but if there is a part three I hope this changes.

Like part one this movie isnt free from politics. Its the usual stuff regarding gender and race.

I gave it 8/10. With better acting I would have given it 9/10.
10/10
A true cinematic experience writ-large
alex-szabados3 March 2024
I haven't felt cinematic magic like this for decades. The epic shots, the sublime otherworldly settings (especially Geidi Prime), the thoughtful pacing that treated me like an adult but never felt boring.

The perfect antidote to those that are tiring of all too similar comic movies. They played it straight the whole time, dramatic, epic, no quips, amazing special effects that never felt excessive. A true blockbuster of a type I hadn't seen in ages.

I hope this is the start of a new trend. I'm going to see it again, even though I almost never see movies twice in the theaters this is worth it. See it in IMAX if you can.
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10/10
MASTERPIECE
tomas_bertoni1 March 2024
Better than anything Marvel, Star Wars or DC has put out since the 90s. Avengers feels like Peppa Pig compared to this, honestly hahaha

As good as a Dark Knight but even more epic.

In a league of its own.

It was best movie experience of my life. The film builds perfectly, leaves you pumped and heartbroken at the same time. I had no problems with Walken as Emperor. In a universe where every character is either intense, crazy or over the top, I liked that the Emperor is calm and discreet. The whole cast is great, shout out to Javier Bardem being a perfect comic relief. Chalamet is impressive, Zendaya, Rebeca, Austin, everybody did a great job.

Hans Zimmer shines again and Denis Villeneuve is already one of the great filmmakers of this century. It will not surprise me if in time he is considered one of the best to ever do it.
8/10
Worthy Sequel & Mid Trilogy Entry
Braunwyne3 March 2024
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SPOILERS I'll try to keep my review short and on point.

Villeneuve sure knows how to shoot a film; I'll give him that. Part 2 is as equally absurdly beautiful as Part 1. The acting is on par with the first film, which suffices.

My critique of the first film follows along with Part 2 in that I wanted this series to follow more closer to the book and the films that have come before. Major characters and plot points have been totally removed.

Denis spends 3 minutes showing the audience some mundane item like a wall mural, or these sweeping images of the desert and moon; while characters and their motivations get pushed to the way side. Actors' kind of just show up, spit out a few lines of dialogue and then DISAPPEAR. The Baron (highlight of the first film for me) is barely in part 2. Thufir Hywat has been completely removed from the film, so we never see his fate. New characters with the excpetion of Feyd are introduced but serve very little to drive the story along. The entire storyline has been compressed from YEARS down to what I can determine to be only a few months on Arrakis. Alia is an imaginary character who speaks through Jessica. The Spacing Guild is never mentioned or seen in part 2. Gurney reappears and his whole suspicion of Jessica being the spy that betrayed House Atreides that night has been removed.

There's just so much MISSING from these films that it begs consideration if Warner Bros/HBO shouldn't just have made Dune a series to do the story justice.

With all of that said, did I enjoy Part 2? YES! Would I suggest seeing it in IMAX theaters? Well, only if that's your thing. The movie is about 2hrs and 36 minutes long. I was on the verge of feeling bored but the film picks back up just as that feeling starts to creep in. There are 3 action sequences that are 100% worth the ticket price alone, it's just that those scenes are surrounded by beautiful cinematography of mountain ranges, sand dunes, pools of water, and trivial dialogue deliveries from the star studded cast for that 2.5 hours.
8/10
A Sandstorm of Cinematic Brilliance
iamianiman5 March 2024
  • This is a remarkable feat of a movie that sets the bar very high for future sci-fi films, especially targeted towards mature audiences.


  • Dune Part Two is an exemplar of a great 'show, don't tell' film. It treats its audience very intelligently. It knows you're wise enough to get the gist of every scene. It gives you just enough exposition and leaves the rest for you to think. It lets you experience the almost 3-hour journey by yourself without shoving down information into your throat or telling audience what everything means like you're reading a description from a book.


  • Using a lot of religions and beliefs to support the base of the story, the script (and novels) really takes inspiration from Islam. The terms, the costumes, the designs, a lot of them resemble with the intricacies of Islam. Even the story moves in a way that was inspired heavily by Islam. There was even this one scene in particular, that the idea, strategy and the art of war were borrowed by the true story of the Conquest of Mecca, how Prophet Muhammad gave Mecca the freedom it needed from the influences and practices of the ignorance.


  • Tis has got to be the most gigantic film this year. Yes, we know it's only February but damn, the scale of this film is so epic, you would feel the need to have an IMAX screen that is 10 times larger than what we have now. It's super massive and the camera shots really emphasize the scope the way it meant to be. Greig Fraser, the Director of Photographer knows his way in-and-out of the desert. He knows how to capture the perfect angle; the arc shot, the one shot, trucking shot, close-ups, extreme close-ups etc. He's a master at enhancing our experience by using different types of shots. He truly knows what to do with the camera. This is not a generic Hollywood filmmaking. This is art at its finest.


  • As this film heavily emphasizes on the 'show, don't tell' approach, we have to admit that a few tiny parts had us confused. There were some things that felt unclear to us. There were things that we felt, 'Well, maybe if they could have explain to us just a bit more, we would have gotten what they were trying to tell us'.


  • Similar to Dune Part One, Dennis Villeneuve masters at crafting environments and atmospheres that are just rich with textures, depths and dimensions. When you see it, you can feel it. When they are in the desert, you can somehow feel the warmth of the basking Sun even if you're seating cold at the cinema. When sand touches Paul Atreides' face, you can feel the sensation. When Shai al-Hulud makes an appearance, you can feel how mighty this beast is. Everything feels realistic. There's a certain weight this movie carries that immerses you completely in its world.


  • Austin Butler nails it in his role. Out of all, he's the most outstanding. He is a vile creature that kills others for sports. His charisma is top notch. And his character alone is captivating and chilling, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. Butler's portrayal adds a layer of complexity and intensity to the film, making his scenes particularly memorable.


  • Let's talk about the climax battle. It's ah-mazing. It's a Godzilla-sized scope that demands the widest shots you can ever possibly get. But here's the thing; it fails to maximize the build-up and scope of the action. Just when you thought things are about to get very very exciting, it ends there and moves forward with a smaller scope. All the scope they have created can be stretched with longer action scenes, specific choreographies, more spectacle visual to get the good pay-off. Tone down your expectations for the climax, if you're expecting Lord of the Rings or Infinity War duration-like action, you're gonna be underwhelmed.


  • Timothee Chalamet's performance here is outstanding. But, we have a slight issue with his character's arc; Paul Atreides. His arc graph is well-written, up until the final 30 minutes where we felt that his character gave a bit too much emotions that don't jive with his overall arc. Towards the end, his emotional intensity escalates quite abruptly, detracting from the otherwise seamless development. While this film is already long, we felt that if they could have extended another 15 to 20 minutes to give breadth and depth to his character in the third act, it would be complete and... we would even say, sacred.


  • His counterpart; Zendaya feels a bit lost here. She's great but she couldn't really carry her role. She's the lead, playing a prominent character but she seems superficial when she's with Timothee, which is about 80% of her screen time. She doesn't know how to balance her character with Timmy. She's timid. She appears 'less skillful' than what she's supposed to do. She doesn't understand when to give and take the spotlight to and from Timmy. Again, she's great but her acting here is just not on part with Timmy.


  • New characters in this don't really do much for us. Well, some of them do like Stilgar who appeared at the end of Part One. But others like Princess Irulan (Florence Pugh) and Margot Fenring (Ley Seydoux) are unfortunately underused. First, their initial appearance of these characters are quite bizarre. They just sort of appear. They could have done a better way at hooking the audience with richer contexts. While the existence of the characters are important to drive the story forward, their roles feel rather superficial and lacking in depth. It leaves us much to be desired. Hopefully, they'll have more screen time in Part 3.


Verdict: A cinematic tour de force, Dune Part Two is an immersive and exotic odyssey that epitomizes the enchantment of storytelling on the big screen. An epic oeuvre, it worms its way into complex narratives and Godzilla-sized dunes with a scale and scope so vast, it doesn't fit an IMAX screen. Yes, there are flaws but a novel adaptation of this magnitude is bound to have sand grains in the wind. Nevertheless, Dune Part Two's grandeur and ambition remind us why cinemas exist in the first place. This is a sandstorm of cinematic brilliance.
1/10
Slow, boring and disjointed
stevegriffin-9352216 March 2024
I became suspicious that this was a poor movie after about 10 minutes. After 30 minutes I knew I was right - this film was really slow and tedious. I gritted my teeth and decided I'd try to stay awake to see the film to the end so I could write this review warning others not to waste 2-3 hours of their life watching it. I noticed several people give up and leave the film part-through - I should have joined them in retrospect.

Main characters not very convincing in their roles, patchy story making it difficult to piece together, noisy at times, using unnecessary music to try (and fail) to create drama.
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8/10
A breath of fresh air
lord_orsum16 March 2024
It was not until a while after seeing Dune Part 2 that I realised what a breath of fresh air it was. I have seen some good movies in the past couple of years, but I struggle to think of a good blockbuster, especially sci-fi blockbuster. These have all been poorly written, CGI bloated, character deficient messes.

Then along comes Dune Part 2. Part 1 was good, but Part 2 is better.

The film expands and Chani's role, but more importantly it focuses on Paul's reluctance to adopt the role of messiah, knowing what it will bring. If anything, the film is a cautionary tale about religious extremism.

Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha is exceptional, and worth the entry ticket alone. His role has also been expanded, and rightly so, as it gives the final fight more meaning.

However, other things are jettisoned to make room. Thufir Hawat, the mentat, does not even make an appearance. Given his tiny role in Part 1, I wonder why we has present at all. The weirding way is not evening mentioned; it was the primary motivation for destroying house Atreides and Paul teaching it to the Fremen gives them the edge over the Emperor's troops. The role of the Guild of Navigators is missing as well, which removes a whole level of complexity from the political machinations at work.

It is these reasons that Dune was considered unfilmable. Getting all of these characters, history and world-building into a film format (even two 3 hours films) is an impossible task. So Villeneuve has by necessity chosen what to keep, what to expand and what to drop. The result is an excellent film that takes us to a place 8000 years away, but feels very close to him.
10/10
The Best Sci-Fi Movie Of All Time
colebart1 March 2024
Dune: Part 2 is the best sci-fi film of all time, and it's not even close! The music, the cinematography, the dialogue, the action... what could you possibly compare it to? Has to be up there with the best in terms of sequels as well, as it outmatches the Dune: Part One in every single way possible. I will be thinking about this film forever and I can't wait to see it again. I am usually let down when a movie has this much hype, but this one truly lives up to it and then some. I will say that Walken as the emperor could have been done better and perhaps played by someone else, but that does not take away from the brilliance of this film. Go see it now, in IMAX if you can, it is truly breathtaking. BRAVO!
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9/10
A walking Oscar
acanacox12 March 2024
I don't care if it's the beginning of the year, I've claimed this already an Oscar winner! Cinematography, sound, screenplay, actors, director, producers! Fantastic! I've never seen a dune movie nor the first one and decided why not. I'm not into sci-fi but this is great! Truly great! Music is wonderful, effects, design, wardrobe! Makeup! Yep!

It is a bit long but it's good. For a series that are cut into 3, expect them to be lord of the rings length of screening. But worth it! I saw that HanS Zimmerman did music so oh yea you can beat some fantastic music! It's so up to par with DIFFERENT from anything he's done (credits).

Allll the castings were absolutely fantastic and it helps with great dialogue!

I loved Florence in this!

Very nice job! Can't wait for the third!
9/10
Mesmerising
GEEEEMEISTER4 March 2024
I left the cinema in awe! Visually satisfying, sound quality to die for, and sci-fi done right! All the way home after watching this movie, I could not stop but think of the experience I've just had. Love it when sci-fi is done right. Cannot wait for the next instalment.

Love how the characters show growth. The sound editing is perfection. The special effects.... WOW! Seems real for a special effects movie.

These days special effects movies can be too over the top. Many directors and film creators these days get it wrong. No Marvel movie can compare.

Definitely a muts see if you love SCI-FI movies.
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9/10
Great (but nothing is perfect)
jan-hranac2 March 2024
Just returned from cinema and decided to write down my impressions while they are still hot, rather than wait and contemplate.

I was sorely tempted to give 10 - this is way better than anything that came out of Hollywood since... well, since Dune 2021. However, just because something is better than its context, it doesn't mean it's absolutely perfect.

Did part two bring a nerdy tear to my eye like part one? No. While part one delivered everything (minus some Tom Bombadils) that was in the book plus some scenes which weren't there but undoubtedly happened, part two makes some compromises and liberties. It's not as accurate as the TV miniseries but it's in the same league. (I'm not even going to mention the Lynch's movie which even Lynch himself didn't like.)

The second half of the book (and the second part of the miniseries) takes place over years. This movie takes place over months, which is ridiculous. That doesn't give Paul enough time to become a proper Fremen, it doesn't give his relationship with Chani to solidify, etc. I do not understand this compromise, especially when (in this particular case) they could have utilized the narrator more and skip over longer periods of time as needed.

The movie (unlike the book and the miniseries) never explains the source of the spice, which I consider to be a major omission.

On the other hand, while this movie cuts some content which was present in the miniseries, it also covers some book content which wasn't (or couldn't have been) in there. Hence, while there is a large overlap, both the movie and the miniseries deliver something the other does not.

The ending reaches a little bit beyond the book. While the book provided a solid ending, the known lore of the franchise tells us that it was merely a beginning. This is reflected in a rushed way typical for almost everything else in this movie.

All in all, very good work. I wonder where are they going to take it next. Book two would be a logical choice but maybe they'll cover Brian's work first (after al, he co-produces this).
10/10
Under the sands was buried an addition to the sci-fi genre that carries some spice: A Review of Dune 2
andreweric-156061 March 2024
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Denis Villeneuve's Dune 2 has personally done for me what Revenge of the Sith done for many parents watching it when it first released. The development of the story of Paul Atreides is shaping itself to be a tragic one, reflective of the story in the book. Paul Muad'dib is sadly taking his own Anakin-like route down this fictional universe.

What Dune established is further cemented and cemented very well by Dune 2, Denis Villeneuve has delivered a groundbreaking addition into the Science-fiction genre and it is one that in comparison to its sluggish predecessor, is one to remember. There are emotions here and such a connection to this universe that is crafted that cannot be said to not be genuinely making you want to see more.

As we follow the story of the Fremen and Paul Atreides' (Timothee Chalamet) fulfilment of his true legacy, we start to wrestle with the dangerous idea of faith and despair - for the struggles of the Fremen can only be ended by the arrival of the Lisan Al Gaib - this being a sacrificial path to take. The world building Denis Villeneuve puts into play is to me like none other that we've seen for a long time, of course Dune 1 is equally as amazing yet what Dune 2 manages to add on is just unbelievable.

Regarding the casting, there are some soon-to-come Oscar's whose rightful owners should belong to the cast of Dune 2. Timothee Chalamet for one has undoubtedly proven himself in recent years as one of this generations acting powerhouse - from his flamboyant portrayal of Willy Wonka to his role as the deeply confused teenager Elio in Call Me By Your Name. His portrayal of Paul Atreides in this installment of the Dune universe is gripping and impactful, we are seeing a "troubled villain" in the making and his portrayal of the religiously haunted saint of the Fremen is incredible, as he balances saving those he cares about with discovering who he truly is. As for Chani (played by the talented Zendaya) there is not much to say due to sheer awe. Zendaya is an emotional lead and a powerhouse at the front of the Fremen, she embodies the struggles of the people of the dunes battling the corruption of religious fanaticism. I was also very charmed and taken off guard by the sheer excellence of Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha, the new governor of Arrakis. To say he may be the best villain since Heath Ledger's much respected Joker would not be undeserving praise. However, Feyd-Rautha sadly suffers from the issue that comes with killing a villain off too quickly, being that his true potential is not fully witnessed. It was also very nice to see the lovely Javier Bardem play both a religiously devoted fanatic and Timothee Chalamet's biggest hypeman, though I do wish Dennis Villeneuve had explored more the gripping conflict plaguing his mind - due to Stilgar being a plagued man in the books, struggling with his devotion to this prophecy. As for the rest of the supporting cast - whose roles though at times did not take the spotlight as much - don't leave much to be said except for sheer appreciation for such a passionate portrayal. Rebecca Ferguson stepping into the reverend mother identity of Lady Jessica and giving up a lot of the things she cared for is such a sad portrayal of a mothers sometimes sacrificial role. Equally, Josh Brolin (Avengers Endgame, No Country For Old Men) and his portrayal of Gurney is better than ever with his character truly being such a good shoulder to lean on for our young Atreides. The whole cast is deserving of so many applauds for their chemistry and ability to connect to bring this universe alive, never felt more connected to a cast and their characters who I have now come to love.

The world of Arrakis and its other less explored planets also never feels more alive and that's not because they are genuine real places but rather because Greig Fraser's cinematography has managed to make the dunes of Arrakis as real as possible. The visuals - to say they are captivating - is an understatement, this is a world that feels alive filled with grief and hopelessness in the very sands and through its very people, the Fremen. Greig Fraser builds such a beautiful Arrakis - utilising the Panavision H-Series lenses and the re-housed Soviet Helios 40-2 Lens from The Batman - that it is simply mesmerising. Also absolutely loved the experimentation with Feyd-Rautha's black and white intro scene, I always love when black and white is incorporated into modern cinema, it gives films such a charm.

As for the soundtrack that is largely on repeat as this is being written, from 'Cornfield Chase' to 'A Time of Quiet Between the Worms', Hans Zimmer once again develops his case for this generations and the past's greatest composer. The World of Arrakis, the emergence of the Shai-Hulud and the evil of the Harkonnens's cannot be bought to life without this soundtrack. 'A Time of Quiet Between the Worms' and its explosive counterpart, 'Beginnings Are Such Delicate Times' are genuinely two soundtracks that have made me so reminiscent of Gladiator's 'Now We Are Free', another genius score from Hans Zimmer.

Denis Villeneuve's Dune 2 is deserving of a cinematic legacy, to be remembered as one of those greats and equally to be loved, for a film such as this comes once every 20 years. No movie in recent years has quite made me feel quite like a kid and taken me, for 3 hours, to a completely different world. People should genuinely give Dune 2 the chance it rightfully deserves and cherish this cinematic experience for it does not happen as often as we wish it would. Thank you Denis for making this possible.
10/10
Part II is Mesmerizing!
chad-burdette881 March 2024
The movie was incredible. It was almost mesmerizing to the extent that I didn't want to take a bathroom break. The visuals were superb, you could free the soundtrack in your bones, setting was perfect for Dune, props and architectures were well thought out , the special effects of weapons, worms and ships were amazing and the acting was perfect with the exception of Zendaya. Zendaya's acting is the weak aspect of the movie. Definitely better than Part I and will sweep awards during the Oscars. I went with a party of 10 friends and EVERYONE loved it. Zero critiques. I cant recommend this movie enough.
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10/10
WOW
hsiaolc-7889117 March 2024
I don't normally write any reviews. But this I feel I must.

Wathced this movie at twilight hours (only time I can get my hands on) in BFI IMAX.

Watching movies for over 40 years and I have to say this is probably one of my best cinema experiences ever.

Just simply wow. WOW WOW WOW.

I loved every minute of it. Its so powerful. I think this director gained enough experience to make something exceptional.

I have not read the books so I can't say if it stayed true or not but it doesn't matter to me. The whole sequal is so entralling than the first (of course I do like the first part). The pace was spot on. Didn't feel the movie was long in anyway.

Soudtrack super especiall in BFI Imax as it made my blood pounding as it did with the movie.

Intense experience and in the end while I was walking to the car I told my son at no stage in the movie that I felt anything was cheesy or forced. It was just perfect.
10/10
The silence is deafening
imdbjjkim4 March 2024
This is my first review I've ever written. I've never been compelled enough by ANY film before to share my thoughts.

I've seen so many attempts at portraying moral ambiguity and painting characters in shades of gray, but they always ended up looking flat, and ultimately me not caring about them. For the first time someone managed to tell a gray story, and make it thrilling. I ended up rooting for Paul, and hating myself every second for doing so. Beautiful.

Ultimately, what this film chooses not to say is the most powerful. And amongst the epic battle scenes, the moments of silence are what truly captured me.
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8/10
Very good follow up but not the all time classic some are saying
brettfinegold-8385226 February 2024
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IMAX is definitely the way to see this. It's a big, loud, more action-focused installment. I loved part one and was so excited for this that I couldn't help but be disappointed by multiple aspects:

-The editing was jarring at times. A scene would suddenly end and the next scene is a completely different setting, apparently at some future (but unknown) date. This occurs multiple times.

-The Baron (and to a lessor extent Rabban) are dramatically reduced as characters in Part 2. I know he was poisoned, but the Baron was a terrifying figure in Part 1 and is barely even a threat in Part 2. Austin Butler is great, but he's hardly in the movie.

-All the talk of Messiah and Holy War are repeated many times, but I was never sold on it. Paul's refusal to venture south for so long felt more annoying than earned. I'm sure the book does a much better job, but this is the movie. Also, I couldn't help but laugh every time Jessica said her daughter (a fetus) was asking questions.

Everything else was great. It's a true epic. I'm Just one of the few that slightly preferred part one.
4/10
Diminished
daniewhite-110 March 2024
What a diminished story. A picture may be able to paint a thousand words but not with this director in charge. Not in this film. 'Dune: part two' taken together with 'Dune -part one' amount to over 5 hours combined runtime for a film treatment that is basically an old fashioned romantic adventure film told with modern technology and modern sensibilities.

You could call it "macguffin the spice story" as the essential elements of the tale have been reduced to plot mechanics to tell a very slight story about fraught relationships and the importance of latent feminine reproductive capacities in an adversity and adventure context. Good old fashioned film making with a modern twist.

On balance it seems that this isn't really a film, it isn't really part two of a film: it's simply a franchise cradle and as such it is mind numbingly diminished. If it births a franchise, which isn't certain, I won't be bothering with it; not with parenting like this film and part one.

I do rate at 4/10 on IMDb, which I have readily rounded up from my considered rating of 3.5, because the first hour of this film is a bit better than a film rated less than a score of 4 deserves to be. The actors are more in tune with their performances, better at interpreting and portraying their motivations in situations. The first action set piece is the best of the film: it's interesting designed and competently delivered. I would say that it's the only well constructed action scene of the whole film. Which is a shame. I enjoyed the action sections of 'part one' far more than anything else in that film; in 'part two' however it's the opposite: the action is very poorly staged, filmed, choreographed, performed and edited whereas the efforts at dialogue and behaviour scenes are certainly better, at least in the enjoyable first hour.

I am still surprised by how lacking this film treatment has turned out to be and I can only speculate that the studio wanted something unadvisable: they wanted a franchise from source material considered by many to be unfilmable. What a mistake. Over 5 combined hours and this is the sum effort? This does not reflect well on the creative and production teams. The professionals have turned in bad work. The cast, on the other hand, have done rather better. In this sense 'part two' is truly the inversion of 'part one': in the first film character scenes were bad and action scenes were good, in the second film the action is almost all poor but the actors get more meat to their characters and hence give more comfortable and effecting performances which make for more watchable dialogue scenes. This is not to suggest that the cast is blameless in my disappointed rating: they are all much better than in 'part one' but they all miss their beats, or hand in flat scenes, and appear in need of more writing, or more direction, at certain points of the narrative, but overall they are improved.

Essentially, this is a sci-fi romance macguffin film and little more. It's sun bleached and parched of substance. It's "Star Wars for everyone" which puts it into an unfortunate contrast with it's source material.

The sound design adds nothing in either effects or score, although the sound mix is better than in 'part one'; the cinematography is unsuccessful, as is the makeup and costume design and the lighting and editing hardly help with the formation of a visual pallet of moving images.

Ultimately this isn't well written, and it is so diminished by that limitation that it isn't worth any more than a low rating and no further attention from myself going forward, if there is a "going forward" on the big screen.

If you take the Dune novel, and end up with a sci-fi plot macguffin vehicle providing plot service for a romantic adventure film then you are not writing a valuable film screenplay.

Such macguffins include: Spice, Sandworms, female reproduction, dukal politics, eugenics selective breeding; how can a screenplay reduce such enticing elements to this level? Incompetence or studio interference for a franchise, or both, I'd say.

I rate 3.5/10 which I have happily rounded up to 4/10 on IMDb because I undoubtedly enjoyed the first hour and I thought that the cast all handed in improved, if not unblemished, efforts from 'part one'. The writing is risible and the production standards are not worth further discussion on my part.
10/10
Spectacular
markoproprostran2 March 2024
The plot, the cast, the visuals, the sounds, music... everything was, in a word, EPIC!

After watching the first movie, I wasn't expecting a lot from the second one, but I'm glad I was proven wrong. You can tell the budget was high and they really spent every last cent on making this the highest quality possible. It really makes you dive into that world and experience it as if it's a real thing. The acting was very convincing (especially the chemistry between Timothée and Zendaya) and paired with amazing sound effects (in certain scenes) really satisfying.

If you plan on watching this movie, make sure to watch it in a cinema for the best experience (it will be worth it!).
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9/10
Amazing.
aaron-the-artist12 March 2024
Aside from some of the changes from the book unfortunately to fit the era we live in today... Dune Part 2 was absolutely amazing. Denis Villeneuve, outdid himself and the cast was at the top of their games. I didn't know if Timothée Chalamet could pull it off, but he was excellent. It was crazy to see how off the rails he went by the end. Hans Zimmer as always brought the world to life through his score. Rebecca Ferguson was amazing. Austin Butler was frightening. I will gladly sit through movies this long if they have this amount of world building, character development and depth. Intense especially as we neared the end.
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10/10
Perfect sci fi
abhirampanakkal5 March 2024
Dune2 is the perfect adaptation of the book and it delivered the best cinematic experience a sci fi movie can deliver.

Camera, art, cinematography, VFX all are in the benchmark territory This movie need to be watched from the imax theatre for the best experience.

In the vast and unforgiving sands of Arrakis, a tale of power, prophecy, and survival unfolds in the epic adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal science fiction masterpiece, "Dune." Directed by visionary filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, this cinematic triumph delivers an unparalleled experience, particularly when viewed in the immersive setting of an IMAX theater. As audiences are transported to the far reaches of the universe, they are treated to a visual and auditory spectacle that elevates the already captivating narrative to new heights.

From the moment the opening credits roll, "Dune" plunges viewers into a richly realized world of political intrigue and ancient prophecy. Villeneuve's masterful direction and Roger Deakins' breathtaking cinematography combine to create a visually stunning landscape that feels both familiar and alien. In IMAX, every sweeping vista of the desert planet Arrakis and every intricately detailed costume and set piece come to life with unparalleled clarity and depth, immersing audiences in a sensory experience unlike any other.

At the heart of "Dune" lies a sprawling epic that follows the journey of Paul Atreides, played with depth and nuance by Timothée Chalamet. As the young scion of House Atreides, Paul finds himself thrust into a dangerous game of politics and power on Arrakis, where control of the planet's most valuable resource, spice, hangs in the balance. Chalamet's portrayal captures the complex inner turmoil of a young man torn between duty and destiny, as he grapples with his newfound role as the chosen one of prophecy.

The supporting cast, including Rebecca Ferguson as Paul's mother Lady Jessica, Oscar Isaac as his father Duke Leto, and Zendaya as the mysterious Fremen warrior Chani, further enriches the tapestry of characters. Each actor brings depth and humanity to their roles, elevating the ensemble cast to new heights and ensuring that even the most minor characters leave a lasting impression on the audience.

What sets "Dune" apart from other sci-fi epics is its meticulous attention to detail and richly textured world-building. Villeneuve and his team have crafted a universe that feels lived-in and authentic, from the intricate politics of the Great Houses to the customs and traditions of the desert-dwelling Fremen. In IMAX, every minute detail is brought to life with stunning clarity, allowing audiences to immerse themselves fully in the world of Arrakis and its inhabitants.

But "Dune" is more than just a visually spectacular blockbuster; it is also a thought-provoking exploration of themes such as power, religion, and ecology. Herbert's novel, upon which the film is based, is renowned for its depth and complexity, and Villeneuve does justice to the source material by crafting a narrative that is both faithful to its roots and accessible to newcomers. In IMAX, the film's grand themes are brought into sharp relief, inviting audiences to ponder the nature of destiny and the consequences of our actions on the world around us.

In conclusion, "Dune" is a cinematic triumph that delivers the perfect IMAX experience. Denis Villeneuve's visionary direction, coupled with stunning visuals and powerhouse performances, creates an epic saga that will leave audiences breathless. Whether you're a fan of the original novel or simply seeking a thrilling cinematic experience, "Dune" is not to be missed. Strap in, hold on tight, and prepare to be transported to a world beyond imagination.
10/10
10 is to little for this movie
cristianstar19 March 2024
Only epic movies make it in this realm of greatness, it makes me think of ,,once upon a time in the west, star wars and just a few others . The cinematography is something ahead of his time and so dose it the score, hans zimmer push his limits with this ones ,just like in interstellar. (Onother movie ahead of his time) why we can not have more like this in Hollywood . Please we want this kind of movies , we are sick and tire of mediocre movies , i know that to makes this kind of movies cost an arm and a leg how ever better to do 1 good that 100 bad. We want interstellar2 and dune3 please. Bows for Vilneuve he got his oscar for this one.
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1/10
Trouble sleeping? Check this 2.5 hour snoozefest out.
tobycatva2 March 2024
Did Denis Villeneuve even bother to read the book before committing this excrement to celluloid? This film commits the dual sins of not following the source material in any more than a cursory way and being extremely dull in the telling of the story.

On top of the horrific adaptation, nay bastardization of this classic story, they went and made Paul a pus . . .err wussy. Nearly every pivotal scene was apparently not written well enough by Frank Herbert and thus had to be (cough) improved on by some nameless hack for this on-screen abortion of one of the most seminal science fiction masterpieces of all time.

If you love Dune watch the other version of this film, watch the TV adaptations, or better yet re-read the books.

This film's only saving grace is that it would make a perfect way for an insomniac to finally get some sleep.
7/10
Among the better sequels....but
cinematicsandy28 March 2024
The cinematography and direction is excellent. The special effects as amazing as part 1, The star cast does justice too. I felt the movie was slower than its predecessor and I was disappointed in that towards the end premise turned out to be holy war. The way the storyline took turn to religious-belief type war was disappointing. This is where the movie lost couple of stars for me.

The politics is interesting but nothing new and I was hoping for an avataresque storyline or better to ensure the wow factor. They way it's headed for the part 3 where the endgame would be the big war is a typical sci-fi ending, was a disappointing revelation.
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8/10
An Epic Culmination of Cinematic Sandstorm
magadalwarmayur1 March 2024
In the ever-expanding landscape of attempted screen adaptations of Frank Herbert's monumental novels, Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Two" emerges not only as a fitting conclusion but also as the crowning achievement of his illustrious career. This film doesn't just push the boundaries of storytelling; it redefines the very essence of state-of-the-art commercial cinema.

From the opening scenes to the final frame, "Dune: Part Two" is a visual and narrative tour de force. Villeneuve's meticulous attention to detail transforms every pixel into a work of art, creating a cinematic experience that transcends mere entertainment. It's a journey that takes audiences to distant realms, seamlessly blending broad archetypes with profound ideas, making every moment a visual and intellectual feast.

The film stands as a testament to Villeneuve's directorial prowess. It not only embraces the epic scope of Herbert's novels but also captures the nuanced themes and aesthetics that have been a constant thread throughout Villeneuve's career. Each frame is a carefully crafted tableau, reflecting the director's commitment to storytelling excellence.

"Dune: Part Two" is more than a sequel; it's a triumph of craft and storytelling. It skillfully mirrors the political intrigue of its predecessor, only to unravel deeper layers of complexity. The hubristic political gamesmanship gives way to the tragic weaponization of religion, providing a thought-provoking commentary on power dynamics and societal structures.

Javier Bardem's portrayal adds an extra layer of brilliance to the film. His iconic sandworm surfing scene not only showcases the film's visual grandeur but also injects moments of sheer delight into the narrative. It's a perfect encapsulation of how "Dune: Part Two" strikes a delicate balance between gravitas and entertainment.

In summary, "Dune: Part Two" is not just a sequel; it's a cinematic milestone that elevates the source material to unprecedented heights. Denis Villeneuve has not only succeeded in adapting a beloved literary work but has also crafted a timeless piece of cinema that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the medium. This film is a testament to the evolution of storytelling and an immersive experience that will resonate with audiences for years to come."
10/10
The most immersive film experience ever
Words cannot even begin to verge on describing the scale, beauty, and awesomeness of Dune: Part Two. It feels like if Lord of the Rings were set 10,000 years in the future.

There were several moments that were powerful IMAX shots in Oppenheimer, but in Dune: Part Two, every moment, every second, every iota of image was perfectly designed for the medium. I simply floored, awed, and engrossed for every minute - wanting it to never end.

You cannot tell was us and is not CGI. It feels simply utterly real, all of it. The cast is mighty, the score pounds your chest in all the right ways.

This is up there with the greatest films ever made. There are simply no flaws.
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10/10
This is an amazing movie!
fitfree24 March 2024
So. Frank Herbert told a story of religious fervor and how it warps the minds of people. Dennis Villeneuve wanted to capture it and did so very well.

With this film Villeneuve creates a grand tapestry of cultural expression which we have never seen before. The different planets have their very distinct feel to them, in both sight and sound and one never feels like it's too much or too weird, it's just the right amount. Villeneuve managed to capture and create his own totality of the world of Dune. Some could say he leaves certain parts of the book out which they miss, but just as with Peter Jacksons trilogy, this movie eminates a passion from both director, cinematographer, composer, vfx artists, sound designers, it's clear they wanted to tell Frank Herberts story, and they certainly did!

Hollywood is in a crisis, why? Just because people have stopped going to the movie theatres? Well, as we see with this movie which has already broken many box office records, people haven't necessarily stopped going to the cinema, they just don't wanna waste money on bad movies. So the Hollywood crisis is, sure, partly due to technological change, but also to a severe lack of good stories to tell. And funnily enough, the lack of stories to tell in 2024 has a parallel to the story of Dune 2, mainly in that the prophet of Paul Atreides is precisly the story the Fremen need to reach beyond the dunes and out into the galaxy, we need a similar story to reach beyond ourselves today too. But as Dennis Villeneuve and Frank Herbert so brilliantly shows us, it can very easily go bad.

I tell you though. When watching this film, you cannot help yourself, you are just dragged along whether you want to or not. Chalamet, Bardem, Ferguson, Zendaya, Skarsgård, Butler they all do their parts so well. I would say Zendaya has a tendency to be in the permanent "I carelessly dissaprove"-role, but even she manages to break out of it for this movie.

The thing that impressed me the most is the authenticity of the different cultural expressions as I mentioned before, the Harkonnen aestethics, the choice of having a black and white sun, the Fremen funeral rite, the accuracy of shamanic rituals, the costumes, it all feels like a window into a different reality more than a movie.

I have blabbed on, what could have been said in just a few words, so here it goes in case I wasn't clear: This is an amazing movie!
9/10
Dune: Part Two is a Cinematic Experience Deserving to be Seen in Theaters
Ltufano236 March 2024
Following up the critically acclaimed predecessor, Dune: Part Two brings viewers back to the world of Arrakis. Adapting the second half of Frank Herbert's original Dune novel, director Denis Villeneuve set out to decompress the epic story and tell it to its full potential. Fans of the franchise previously enjoyed Villenuve's 2021 reboot Dune, but with it being unceremoniously released mid-pandemic, its HBO Max streaming debut greatly hindered its box office numbers. Fortunately, the triumphant reception of the film demanded a continuation, delivered in Dune: Part Two.

After the assassination of his father and the destruction of their new kingdom at the hands of the Harkonnen, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) is accepted into the desert-dwelling community of the Fremen. Though their ruler, Stilgar (Javier Bardem), views Atreides to be their Messiah, Chani (Zendaya) sees the fallen royal as the man that she loves. While Paul learns the way of the Fremen, Baron Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård) calls upon his most ruthless nephew Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) to aid in the treacherous spice harvest. As the opposing forces assemble, they find themselves preparing for a war for the planet Dune.

Dune: Part Two is an extraordinary piece of cinema and admirably continues the story set in motion by the previous installation. Though it starts a bit slow, the tension steadily builds as the plot thickens and revelations are discovered. With each passing scene, the story weaves layers and creates challenges for the characters to overcome both physically, mentally, and philosophically. While it runs longer than the first, there are no wasted moments, and even at a nearly 3-hour runtime, it leaves audiences yearning to dive directly into Dune 3.

As one of Hollywood's most prolific rising stars, Timothée Chalamet completely immerses himself in his multi-faceted performance. Throughout the film, Chalamet vividly explores the depths of his character, creating the most memorable role of his career. Standing amongst an exceptionally talented cast, Chalamet rises in caliber and ensures that his name will forever be synonymous with Dune.

After finally uniting in the closing moments of Part One, Zendaya's Chani is given much more screen time to flesh out her mysterious character. Keeping pace with Chalamet, she flawlessly balances the constantly shifting emotional journey. Following their journey, Javier Bardem is shockingly humorous and delivers one of the best new characters in the franchise. His over-zealous personality blends with his dynamic performance as he consistently steals his scenes. In its star-studded cast, Dune: Part Two is filled with recognizable faces, although in an alien world, some aren't as easily recognized.

Accompanying Stellan Skarsgård's ever-nefarious Baron, Austin Butler joins the cast as the psychotic heir to the throne. While his performance is mesmerizing, Butler's role feels almost redundant alongside the Baron's other nephew, Beast Rabban (David Bautista). Despite Bautista excelling in the first film, he is heavily reduced in the sequel as Butler greatly overshadows his character. Though they're both dastardly and riveting, the villainous family felt as if there could have been more to explore with its existing members, instead of continuing to add foes.

With streaming services making it easy to catch the newest releases, Dune: Part Two is a film that is best enjoyed on the biggest screen you can find. Although most of the story takes place on the desert planet of Arrakis, cinematographer Greig Fraser brings Dune to life as every minute detail screams out for attention. The planet, creatures, and environment are uniquely designed and will likely be looked back on as a cinematic masterpiece. Accompanied by a chilling score from the legendary Hans Zimmer, Dune: Part Two is a feast for your senses.

Dune: Part Two expertly captures a once deemed 'unfilmable' story. Flawlessly constructed by its cast and crew, every aspect of the film complements each other as they create an unforgettable experience. Akin to the release of Star Wars, Dune: Part Two is truly one of the greatest sci-fi films ever made and likely the greatest of this generation.
3/10
The Avengers-era "cinema" for a Call of Duty generation
LikeallHungarians9 March 2024
I watched Dune: Part Two on IMAX (as seems befitting that sort of big-budget picture), in pretty good seats considering the house was packed with a diverse crowd of young adults for the late-night showing.

My review of the first of Denis Villeneuve's adaptations was that it was pretty to look at, but basically uninteresting in its plot, a major let-down considering how hyped the books have been, when on the screen they're no better than Star Wars. This second one exhibits those same features, but worse.

This is basically an action movie--a genre which I'm fundamentally uninterested in--which seems at odds with all the talk of Dune being characterized by complex political & economic maneuvering--of which this film does include some, albeit parenthetically. The scenes are impressionistic in their pacing and content, and expressionistic in that the photography & score are more about attempting to convey emotionality, or at least get the adrenaline pumping, than any sort of profound characterizations or themes. This is Lawrence of Arabia in space but with the Cold War as the contemporary allegory. That sort of story would still have been resonant during the post-9/11 era, but we've moved on from those wars by now into an altogether different geopolitics and political economy.

The monumentalism of the shots can be impressive, and certainly the design of the mechanical vehicles is (in addition to the still-eye candy costumes), but there are too many moments where it's like watching a video game cut-scene, or even a video game playing out (c.f. The entire opening sequence). Cinema is going backwards when that's the case. And there are some egregious dissonances in the sound design, most of all in the various accents the actors were allowed to use, which takes us out of the suspension of disbelief, but also in the over-application of non-diegetic score, which treats the audience as dumb emotions-receptacles, during scenes that by-and-large do not earn such responses.

(The only outstanding sequence of the film is when Paul attempts his first worm-ride, which is almost as exhilirating as the roller coaster ride it attempts to be for us on screen.)

There are also weird dissonances in this film attempting to be humorous, as the on-again off-again nature of those lines (and how they're delivered) feel like a wink to the audience that this allegory of Abrahamic religions co-opting a people's revolution--albeit against a totalitarian capitalist empire, mixing all kinds of economic stages of history, much as the genres of swords & planets and sci-fi and fantasy are mixed--is not to be taken too seriously in our secular times. But then, what are we to take from this "epic"?
7/10
don't get the hype, way worse than part I
creetar18 March 2024
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Dune went pretty much down-hill in the second part. The whole story feels fully constructed and is full of flaws and plot holes. Like in the beginning they raid a harvester which has support legs, even though it runs on tracks... they put a lot of effort into hiding behind those legs and then shot down a fighter, after that they destroy the harvester with powerful lasers. Before and after that scene all harvester do not have these legs. Also on the following raid, they can kill the harvester with lasers even while multiple fighters fly around. Why did they not shoot down the fighters with the lasers first? Why those lasers never been used before by anybody, not even in the fight sword vs sword, nobody is using lasers except the desert people? Then the means of transport is riding a worm? Why does the worm stay on the surface, why it doesn't dive. They said if worms meet they fight to the death, yet they can ride 4-5 worms parallel and they seem to get along. Then at one scene he drinks the water of life and suddenly everybody else is there. Wasn't he just in the north and said he can't go south, whereas everybody else went south? How was he there first and how did everybody else show up after he drank? Why did he not drink after his mother had a sip? Why the old mother said they made a mistake when she realized the pregnancy? After watching the movie, it just felt like the story was written so it's reaching the desired end no matter the means... to me this all made no sense in the end. Lots of points for cast and fx.
10/10
A bar was raised with this movie. Was raised high.
alvisgd2 March 2024
I was barely a toddler when the Lord of The Rings trilogy by Peter Jackson came out. Forever since then - and, as far as I'm concerned, forever until the end of time - those movies have stood and will stand proudly as absolute cinema mammoths: monoliths of beauty, power and grace. Proof that cinema is as powerful an art as any other. My only regret was believing I may never sense something similar watching a movie for the first time.

That is, until today.

That is, until Dune 2.

What Denis and his team and cast managed to conjure is nothing short of a miracle. This movie is indescribable with words. It isn´t just good, it isn´t just fantastic. It TRASCENDS. It moved me, in a way a movie hadn't moved me in almost two decades.

With movies like this, cinema can never die.
10/10
ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE
andreasphysio3 March 2024
Frank Herbert writes and Dennis Villenneuve (the menace) delivers in this epic sci-fi for our generation!!

After reading the 1st book i have to say Dennis did an absolutely incredible job!!

The actors are phenomenal!! For me Timothee and Rebeca were my favourites, but generally all the actors were perfect

WHAT a VISUALS what a MUSIC by fantastic sir Hans Zimmer!

NO spoilers but people you have to go and watch it to the cinema DUNE FAN OR NON DUNE FAN YOU HAVE TO!!

Waiting for the new chapter Dune Messiah i do not know how Dennis will manage to deliver but im sure he will manage it , as perfect as he did it with Part 2

PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT.
8/10
Incredible...and yet...
GregTheStopSign9511 March 2024
As incredible as the movie was, as engrossing as it was, it somehow felt unfinished. It felt like too much was left on the cutting room floor, or completely out of the script. I haven't read the book/s (yet) but with how good the two movies are, I feel like there was plenty of room for more here, perhaps even a third part. I'd have quite happily sat through more battle sequences, more character development - especially of na-Baron Feyd-Rautha and Princess Irulan, perhaps even of The Emperor himself if they'd actually had someone playing The Emperor rather than Christopher Walken playing Christopher Walken. That being said, I also didn't quite buy Timothee Chalamaladingdong as Paul Atreides either, even though he actually put in a very good performance in the role. Austin Butler, on the other hand, was harder to pick than a broken nose. I kept thinking maybe it was Matt Smith, or Christian Bale, but never once would I have picked Austin Butler. He was brilliant. As was everyone, if I'm honest.

All minor gripes aside, this movie really is an experience for the ages. It may be slow at times, and seem to gloss over certain aspects of character development for Paul Muad-Dhib Usul, but it's still an incredible piece of filmed entertainment.
9/10
It was special
tasurovski9 March 2024
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You might wonder why my rating isn't a ten right? So the film is amazing. It's probably one of the best ones I have seen all year long, but still the movie was kind of slow pacing and it was a pretty complex film. The story is amazing honestly, the movie itself is a fantastic movie, a pretty psychopathic movie to be honest, the villain is a psychopath, everybody slowly becomes a psychopath in this film. The ending is pretty long like, an hour or so for the whole finale. Honestly it was worth it. The movie has this powerful feel to it. It's majestic it's magnificent. I would recommend it to anyone. So I'd honestly rate the film 9.6/10.
10/10
Imax only!
danfrom-2356928 March 2024
Best movie I have seen in over 20 years. Great experience by great actors and direction. I highly recommend you see this film. Best war scene and action taking place in a sci-fi universe. The build up from the first movie, set this movie up for great success and character development. Looking forward to seeing how this movie raises the bar on future films in the genre to come. As I patiently wait for future films I will do my part in supporting this films success outside of extreme happiness it has brought me. Highly recommend seeing this in its full glory in an IMAX theater. Again, thank you for work 🙏
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4/10
Many machines going nowhere.
dracopticon19 March 2024
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I write here a total, combining review for both Dune movies made by Villeneuve.

While the work done in this movie and its predecessor on every piece of technology or placement props are done excellently, those things are the ONLY things staying in my mind, when the curtain closes.

And, yes, these two movies does a good job slavishly following the story from the book, but where is the overall atmosphere, the sand-grit between your teeth with a simultaneous pungent taste of spice? Where are the heavy Imperial drapes against the walls and ornamented hallways of the inner rooms of any of the palaces belonging to the great houses? Where are the whispering voice of Shadout Mapes, the feverishly repetitive words of the many mentats, made like mantras? Where are the Navigator guild, its representatives and its many servants.

Where are the ever scheming and hostile mindset of Baron Harkonnen that always lashes out against those nearest him? Where are their devilishly scrutinized plans that should clash heavily with the optimistic attitudes of Atreides? Where are ANYTHING that could give these films a presence so tangible the moviegoer should feel he IS there, and not in a movie salon?

I say nowhere! It is like the book(s) about Arrakis and the universe surrounding it were never written!

I am so utterly disappointed with both these movies.

Compared to the (inaccurate - who cares?) fantastically and thickly woven tapestry that was David Lynch's Dune (even though cut into shreds of its former and supposed glory), Villeneuve had no clue at all.

Lynch's Dune is just as perfect and marvelous compared to Villeneuves both films, as Stanley Kubrick's The Shining was to Stephen King's TV-series on the same book. The author himself couldn't grasp the possibilities that Kubrick could. And Villeneuve could not grasp his own inherent possibilities of building on Lynch's vision, so he essentially failed just as much as mr. King did.
5/10
Drowning in Harkonnen grey tones
arkif115 March 2024
The first part is markedly better, because it.covers more.themes. The second part is one long war against the Harkonnens. Villeneuve has.changed some things again and this time more purposefully, for instance Harkonnen warfare to make it more like US warfare. I was pondering, whether Feyd-Rautha's attempt on his uncle's life via the sex slave he prepared with a poison spike even could have been a part of this film and came away with a negative answer, because his uncle just isn't shown as a real human being at all. As expected, the sex orgy while Jessica transmutes the water of life has been omitted as well, but not just because you can't legally show 13 year olds participating in such events, but also because Villeneuve is keen to portray the Fremen as French muslims.

Speeking of which, I had some political reservations about the first part, because I didn't know where it was going. It is very obvious where the second part is, namely towards an entirely mainstream consensus that it is important to fight cruel exploitation, but that religious zealotry is also dangerous. Frank Herbert thought that libertarianism could unite humanity and Villeneuve has tweaked this message some to become that French style humanism can achieve the feat.

But what matters is that you have to sit through 3 hours of.sword fights. By the way, by introducing all kinds of new weapons, the fighting doesn't really make much military sense any more. It degrades to a 6 year old playing with masters of the universe dolls. I mean, you sit there thinking: "Ok, we know they live in these rocks and we can blow them up. In the south there are also rocks. Let's blow some up and see who comes out." That's not good when the film is all about war. The only thing that can save it then are military considerations.

It appears that Villeneuve intends to go on. There are a number of Dune novels and if Villeneuve turns each into two films he's got way to go. But it will be boring. Sorry, it will be boring. By adapting Herbert's message to our time, he has to discard all of Herbert's little propositions and without them the material is boring. He can't come up with any of his own that are equally intriguing. He understands what Herbert is doing, but that doesn't mean that he can masterfully transpose it. He tried in the first part with the story of an animal chewing its leg off in order to escape. But sorry, so only irrational animals would escape a reasonable government with reasonable limitations on freedom, fine, that's the traditional Roman Empire, Catholic Church, French point of view, but it is not entertaining, whereas Herbert's "pain is an opinion" point of view is, no matter of its civilizational merit - it's really "be a good citizen" versus "cowboy and Indians". Villeneuve won't be able to turn this into anything worth the while.
10/10
Cinematic genius!
ashleighbroadhurst3 March 2024
Dune 2 captivated me from every angle, the music, sets, imagery, costumes, intense scenes, acting, and suspense were all exceptional.

The storytelling unfolded scene by scene, with a masterful buildup of slower moments executed flawlessly.

If possible, I would rate it beyond a perfect 10. It stands out as the best movie I've seen in years, and I'm sure will see for a long time.

I had very high expectations as I really enjoyed the first Dune remake, this movie exceeded them all.

It's genuinely incredible - I suggest everyone go and see dune 2 whilst in the cinema, it's truly a masterpiece in my opinion 👏 👏 👏
10/10
Great movie, fully immersive world amd experience
tikapradhan-6827913 March 2024
Amazing movie. I have never read the books but the director has done an amazing job making the viewers fully immersed in its extremely deep, complex universe full of super intertwined politics, family and dynamics. Watching this movie has made me further invested in this world and i look forward to what happens next. I was gently surprised by a genre that mixes game of thrones with scifi. The chatacters have depth, the cinematography was marvelous and music score is goosebump inducing (as always from Hans Zimmer). The different races and sects mixes religion and technology in an unworldly yet relatable way, you do not want to miss watching it in theaters in the big screens.
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10/10
I've just witnessed the best theatrical experience I've ever had .
mohamedhosssm3 March 2024
Easily it's one of the best cinematography and sound design ever made . Denis proved himself as one of masters of the industry , film after film he proves that he is the master of sci-fi . I should praise the script it's very powerful in dialogue to characters design to introduction of characters .all of acting performances was very good ( especially Cristopher walken - Austin Butler - timothee - Javier bardem ) . Denis's directing was one of the best works of the century he deserves an Oscar this time . The soundtrack is the spiritual and so chilling . Movie is so thrilling there's no way you don't be thrilled in this . Powerful action sequences and Austin Butler was so great in this he was very intense and the arena sequence was on of the best crafted of all time , there is so many fabulous scenes that you never seen like before . At all this film is Denis's magnum opus and every one must experience it in the biggest screen with best sound system available.
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6/10
Technically stunning, but lacks proper storytelling and character depth
mrfragpack14 March 2024
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Like the prequel, this movie is a technical masterpiece. Stunning cinematography, and the soundscape is extremely well composed.

But, what is has in spades on the technical front, it severely lacks on other fronts. Unlike the prequel, this movie takes several departures from the book, most of which I'm not entirely sure why, and some seems downright uncharacteristic. As an example, Chani's disbelief in the prophecy. I get that the persuasion of the Fremen is a key in the story, and this is a way to highlight it further, but her being in love with Paul, and then not believing in him or supporting him at all, at times directly disrespecting him, seems very irrational.

In general, the characters felt shallow and I had no engagement in them whatsoever. I don't think Timothee Chalamet was well cast as Paul. Acting was overall decent, but there somehow was something missing in terms of character depth and development. I think it comes down to the pacing of the movie. Example when Paul needs to learn to ride the worms, one scene is Stilgar telling him it requires a lot to master, next scene is literally Paul riding the biggest worm they have ever seen.

The storytelling also completely fails to convey the complexity of the political system, the role of spice, and how each player tries to take advantage.

In the end, a grand attempt at translating a classic book, that ultimately falls short on character depth/development and overall storytelling. That said, still very much above your average Hollywood action flick.

6/10.
10/10
THAT'S how you make a thoughtful blockbuster
NS-movie-reviews9 March 2024
What a magnificent and excellent film. Brilliant writing, magnetic production and cinematography, and absolutely amazing acting performances. All coupled with a chilling score; this right here is storytelling.

I was critical of the pace in Dune Part 1. I found the world building, acting, and cinematography to also be beautiful and well done in that movie but it drug along in several spots. These critiques from me hold up with that film as a standalone. With the second installment now available, it absolutely elevates its predecessor. Another mark of great storytelling.

No criticism of pace this time around. The near three-hour run time slipped by quickly. I was ready to rewatch it as I was leaving the theater.
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10/10
Control over Spice, is control over all
voutoszac1 March 2024
This movie is a huge step-up to the first instalment. It is the very movie the cinema industry needs at this current slum in film quality.

Take Madame Web, for example. A result of poor production and corrupt admin. The movie is worse than horrible because it's been flushed out of production with no second thought purely so the investors can take their bag and move on.

Dune is quite literally the complete opposite of this. The developers have a deep connection to the source material, and their devotion is crystal clear.

Dune: Part 2 is a culmination of hard work, dedication, commitment and the proper use of narrative storytelling and structure. There are no points in this movie where one may 'fall asleep' which was where the first movie fell off.

The way in which the movie has been structured and presented allows the viewer to completely immerse themselves, making them feel like they are within the world of Dune itself, watching events play out as a warrior along Paul's side or one of his religious fanatics.

The movie, in most senses, actually moves TOO fast - which may hurt the interpretation of what's presented (because most moviegoers are far too used to the poor and eye-candy structure of most current action films). But, nonetheless, if you pay proper attention and try your best to understand, you probably will.

On a side note, this movie couldn't have achieved what it has without its predecessor. Many have forgotten what happened in the first instalment because of its failure to properly entertain the audience, but after breaking down the first film you can see the dependance the sequel has to the first film.

One last point, this movie would not be the achievement that it is without its stunningly beautiful use of soundtrack and CGI.

This film goes above and beyond in the way it integrates the music with narrative tension and overall impact. It would not have been as jaw-dropping without Hanz Zimmer's S-tier performance and love of composition - should i even mention how well he immerses himself into the film's universe to produce such fitting and unique sound?

Additionally, this film stands as a manual on how to properly use CGI and stage control. It goes against the current methods of using animation to please the eye, and yet, showed us things more stunning and impactful than the poorly rendered scenes presented by studios such as Marvel and Sony that everyone seems to appreciate way too much.

Control over production, is control over impact!
10/10
Possibly the greatest film i've ever seen
reedwilson-6047612 March 2024
After seeing Interstellar in IMAX opening night, i never thought i'd have a theater experience like that again. Dune: Part Two gave me that experience again.

The performances, the effects, the cinematography, the story, the atmosphere, i don't think it can get much better than this. A truly epic film that sits with The Dark Knight and The Empire Strikes back as sequels.

Dune: Messiah is now my most anticipated film i've had in my lifetime and i know somehow my expectations will be exceeded.

I'm so glad the film industry has directors and pioneers like Denis, Nolan, Scorsese, etc. To keep us film lovers excited for the future. Go see this movie and be amazed.
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10/10
Simply amazing
dancotta1 March 2024
I'll start by saying that it's been a long time since a movie left me breathless like this. Such exquisite work, such delicacy and dedication could only result in a film that will leave its mark for a long, long time. As soon as the movie ends, it's hard to decide whether I want to watch it all over again or if I need a sequel. Dune 2 is a beautiful example that hard work and talent always pay off. I find it difficult to write about what I liked because I'm still ecstatic about what I saw. The character development works very well, especially with Paul and his mother's arc. The meticulously crafted art direction and photography, the sound design aimed at deeper immersion, the choreography of the fights is excellent, but what truly captivates us is the perfect work of director Denis Villeneuve who, unsurprisingly, hits the mark once again. A simply incredible film and worth every second.
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3/10
I think the set designs, costumes and the cast were far better in the 1984 version.
lushpopdesigns2 March 2024
I think the set designs, costumes and the cast were far better in the 1984 version then the new version. The bearing of the actors in the old version really did feel like a royal lineage, the new Paul Atreides feels like a surfer dude and doesn't have the bearing and feel of a royal prince ( Kyle MacLachlan did a fantastic job and is far superior to Chalamet.)

The same goes for all the other actors of the original apart from Rabban ( Bautista's version does give off a very impressive malevolent air).

The new version ( although having better CGI, sound design and cinematography) lacks the intricacy, depth and overall feeling of the far superior older movie. It also lacks that mystical feeling that the old one had. The new version feels in a sense, very soulless and slipshod, from the costumes to the set designs ( Villeneuve loves to do these very minimalistic looks to his sets which don't look convincing at all.)

Compare the Emperor Shaddams royal throne room in the old movie to the new movie, the old version so otherworldly, intricate and marvelous to look at. The new version looks like it was knocked up in half a day, embarrassingly bland and uninspiring. The same goes for all the costumes from the Bennie Gesserit to The Harkonnens, the old version felt like they really put a lot of thought, effort and soul into each and every piece, the new versions felt simplistic, flat and souless.

Even the still suits in the new version look far inferior to the old ones ( the older version looked neat, compact and elegant, the new version look like a patchwork of rubber).

It's like Alerando Jodorowsky said:

It's very well done," Jodorowsky said. "We can see that it is industrial cinema, that there is a lot of money, and that it was very expensive. But if it was very expensive, it must pay in proportion. And that is the problem: There are no surprises. The form is identical to what is done everywhere. The shape of it, the lighting, the acting, it's all predictable."
10/10
You may not see any science fiction film this good in the next decade
jrjasonrussell1 March 2024
I went to the midnight showing to watch this movie on opening night here in the U. K so it's very fresh in my mind, i went with my Mrs who's not a great fan of these movies and actually found part one boring. But she was won over by the completion of the first book here in Frank Herberts masterpiece of novels. She actually came out the cinema and said suppose there will be a part three? And I think there was a gleam in her eye of anticipation. Unfortunately she hasn't read Dune messiah. She also looked at me and said the film trailers were kind of rubbish, and you may think this has nothing to do with my review of Dune part 2 but it has everything to do with it. When the rest of Hollywood biggest films this year in the trailers for the next few months are another Ghostbusters another Godzilla Vs Kong another Deadpool another mad max film and weird looking over the top borderlands movie.

I haven't seen a single one of those movies yet but I can guarantee not a single one of those films mentioned will have better visuals, better sound, better script, better acting, better cast, better score and a perfect runtime than what I witnessed last night watching Dune part 2. This is a spoiler free review like all my reviews. And if you liked part one well part 2 just ups everything on screen.

Being a huge fan of the novels and a movie lover I understand there needed to be characters cut dialogue cut, events altered and changed but as a film adaptation it's a solid adaptation. If you want the full unabridged version read the book if you want both versions like I do read the book and watch the film. I've rated this film a 10 but no film is perfect I think it's sits around 9.5 just because I've read the books and was expecting some important things in the novel to be that weren't.

I must give an honourable mention to three stand out performances. Rebecca Ferguson played with awesome mannipletive intense intent her portrayal here is the unlitmate weaver of plans within plans.

Austin Butler, wow I could of watched a full movie on his demonic villanery easily as memorable as the first time Darth maul turned on his double sided light saber when he's finally introduced. Javier Bardem excellent comic timing and a true believer in the cause. My final word is well people if you want more films like this support this in the cinema or you will end up with more films I mentioned in the trailers.
8/10
Immensely satisfying,
brockfal14 March 2024
Frank Herbert's Dune series is an immense and complex work, perhaps for Sci-Fi as challenging as Tolkien is for fantasy, and bringing it successfully to life is quite an achievement. The second part is just as spectacular as the first, continuing as before with a combination of eerie other worldly atmosphere, incredible tech spectacle, plenty of noisy action, and a coherent though sometimes outlandish plot. In this part of the saga there's also quite a lot of delving into the more meaningful aspects of Herbert's concepts and ideas - a mish mash of philosophical ideas on mankind and cultural political and religious ideas, which the more I watched became clearer, though not in a negative way.

Overall, it's a thrilling and immersive movie, technically breathtaking and often dramatically powerful, and even when it's also rather odd it does try hard to stay close to its origins, and I think it mostly succeeds. I saw this in 70mm and IMAX, and I recommend seeing it on the biggest screen possible.
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10/10
this is a MOVIE
frannj4 March 2024
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I thought it was very good, I only have 2 "bad" opinions, the ending of Zendaya leaving when the emperor kissed Paul's ring and the other is the lack of participation of Florence Pugh. For the rest it is the best movie I saw in the cinema.

Timothee Chalamet is the best actor in the world (At only 23 YEARS), Austin Butler as a villain he is excellent, how he uses his body and voice to command respect, Zendaya, she truly surprised me, he gave a phenomenal performance as "Chani", and manages to convey that feeling of "pain" and "disappointment" when Paul accepts the hand of the emperor's daughter, and it made me really want to see what will happen with his story. And very good performance Rebecca Ferguson and Javier Bardem.

Denis Villeneuve, he's on his way to Oscars and glory. Hanz Simmer did it again, he is the best at what he does

For all that, for me it is a 9.75, but we round it to 10.
10/10
One of the greatest films I've seen
zphyfpm2 March 2024
The visuals through the entire film were stunning , the characters development was masterful and the casting couldn't be more perfect with 10/10 performances from all of them . The best sci-fi film I've ever seen without a Shadow of a doubt. The cinematic genius from Denis allows for a vast understanding of the planet . The introduction of the emperor and the five house perfectly sets up the next film which I'm sure will be action packed and will further develop Paul and his mother's character along with the introduction of his sister who will certainly be an extremely impactful character . Truly the perfect movie.
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9/10
Villeneuve's Dune is shaping up to be Gen Z's Lord of the Rings
kotorgirl-970-782013 March 2024
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Movie was good, a little less well-paced compared to Part One but never boring. The performances improved since the last one, especially Timothee Chalamet as Paul, he really grows into the role here. Zendaya also gets to actually act and have a character as Chani, as opposed to the few minutes of screentime she got in the last one (and most of the time she might as well have been in a perfume commercial, no dialogue just walking through the desert in slow motion lol). Florence Pugh is excellent as Princess Irulan, though I thought some of her costumes looked a little too similar to Jessica's in the first film. Perhaps that was intentional. Rebecca Ferguson as Jessica remains the weakest of the cast but I liked her better here. I was afraid Christopher Walken would phone in his performance as the Emperor, but he does well and brings a commanding presence. I wasn't completely sold on Austin Butler as the psychotic Feyd Rautha; it doesn't help that he still has some of his Elvis voice. Other standout performances include Javier Bardem as Stilgar providing some comic relief, Lea Seydoux, who makes the most of her few minutes of screentime, and a surprise cameo of Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia in a vision of the future. They made a few changes from the book, some of which made sense (months pass instead of years, Paul and Chani do not have an infant son who is killed during the Harkonnen attack, Alia is not born yet) and others which left me scratching my head (Jessica is the daughter of Baron Harkonnen, making Paul his grandson? Why? How does that affect the plot in any meaningful way?). Overall it was a good watch but a lot to take in at once.
8/10
Duke of Arrakis
dorMancyx4 March 2024
Let me begin by saying that if Dune: Part Two was released last year undelayed, Oppenheimer would've had a formidable opponent at the Oscars.

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The screenplay is one of the best I've seen in all commercial films, as the credit goes not only to Frank Herbert's work, but also the scriptwriter's adaptation and the director's execution. After a short monologue of Irulan that contextualizes the narrative, the movie continues with Paul's adaptation to the Fremen life, divergence with his mother's belief, and sprouts of love with Chani. Just as I thought that the story will follow the path of Avatar, the audience are pulled out of the main plot to explore other aspects of the Dune universe: Feyd-Rautha's maniacal rise, the Bene Gesserit's bloodline scheme, and Alia's subtle influence through Jessica - and then we're brought back to Paul's arc through Gurney Halleck. Although a lengthy second act, the story is compact, the development intricate, and the pacing thoroughly controlled. However, the final act is a dip compared to the meticulous lead-up, as everything seems in a hurry of wrapping up for Paul's destined ascension, most notably the war's sudden halt and the Emperor's quick surrender.

Furthermore, Villeneuve maintains his high standard for aesthetic design, whether the utilitarian machinery, exotic costumes, or the panoramic long shots. What stood out to me the most was the triangular colosseum at the monochromatic planet of Giedi Prime: a dark sun hovers above waves of colorless spectators, as black blood is spilled upon white sand. Never have I thought the ink-painting-style fireworks could go so well along HR Giger's biomechanical architecture, all contributing to the portrayal of the Harkonnens' cruelty and eeriness.

The action sequences are also spot-on, as Paul and Feyd's fateful duel is fluently choreographed and progressively captivating. My favorite of all is Paul's worm ride, a perfect segment in length, editing, performance, and visual. Little words were spoken, so suspense is built solely through character reaction, the sound of roaring sand, and the fastening tempo of shot-cutting. As Paul steadies himself on the worm's back, Hans Zimmer's six-note theme erupts alongside the Fremen's cheering. Chani gasps, Stilgar dumbfounded, and the Lisan al Gaib has risen.

I also like how the centripetal topic of prophecy versus free will is depicted in the film. Interestingly, the movie approaches this heavy subject with comedy, for instance when Stilgar and the believers admire over Paul's humility when he refuses his identity as the messiah. However, as we accompany the young Atreides' journey up until his resurrection from the Water of Life, the prophecy, either artificially or naturally, is becoming reality as his story unfolds. Those who were laughed upon as superstitious turned out to be completely right. And yet, given Paul's unquestionable power and apathy in the end, is the prophecy truly a foresight of the future, or is it a manipulation?

A movie that balances commercial needs and artistic excellence. Absolutely stunning!
10/10
Lisan al gaib!
hubblefilm5 March 2024
Absolutely mesmerising from start to finish, a masterclass in storytelling and a visual spectacle... Dune part 2 was executed to perfection and is a love letter to the fans who've read the book along with the people who haven't, I strongly suggest reading the book as Villeneuve leaves a lot unsaid (a lot of internal monologue within the book) all while implying it through the actions of the characters, and as someone who has read the book, it was so wonderful to experience that. The film itself is truly beautiful, heartbreaking and full of lessons within lessons that give a true insight into the struggles of people in our world. I think the film truly encapsulates the idea of 'there are no sides' that the books tried so hard to impart, thank you Denis Villeneuve for bringing a story I loved so much, to life, in the most spectacular fashion.
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2/10
Really a poor sequel after a very, very long wait.
gregsamutprakarn29 February 2024
I watched Part 2 after many, many delays in release and a long wait in production. The story jumped around much more than expected and it was not easy to follow the plot. I can not say if it followed the book closer than the 1984 version, however I can tell you that the 1984 version is better in every way. This version does not have the interplay between the characters that the original had and the love story between Paul and Chani is very poorly done. The fight sequences are not as well carried out and the second installment did not flow well with the first version. I understand that a third version will be produced, I can only hope that a better job is done on that one. I for one will be in no hurry to watch it after this installment.
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10/10
Dune Part Two: A Masterpiece of Epic Proportions
victor-tulev25 March 2024
From the moment the opening credits rolled, it was clear that "Dune Part Two" wasn't just a continuation-it was a transcendental elevation of the saga. Director Denis Villeneuve has outdone himself, weaving a tapestry so rich in detail and emotion that it's hard not to be completely engulfed by the world of Arrakis.

The narrative depth in this sequel is profound, striking a perfect balance between the political intrigue, personal vendettas, and the overarching battle for control of the spice. The storytelling is nuanced, with each character's journey feeling both intimate and monumental in the grand scheme of the Dune universe. Timothée Chalamet's return as Paul Atreides is nothing short of mesmerizing. His portrayal of Paul's evolution from a boy burdened by prophecy to a leader embroiled in desert warfare is executed with a depth and vulnerability that's rarely seen in science fiction epics.

The newcomers to the cast bring fresh dynamics that enhance the story in unexpected ways, blending seamlessly with the returning ensemble to create a rich tapestry of characters. Zendaya's Chani is given much more room to shine, offering a poignant and fierce performance that stands as the emotional core of the film.

Visually, "Dune Part Two" is a feast for the senses. The cinematography captures the vast, unforgiving landscapes of Arrakis with breathtaking beauty, while the set designs and costumes further immerse the audience in this otherworldly experience. The action sequences are choreographed with a clarity and scale that surpass the already high bar set by the first film, making every battle both a spectacle and a crucial piece of the narrative puzzle.

Hans Zimmer's score, once again, elevates the film to new heights. His compositions blend.
This can't be fiction, you won't fool us!
fctkzkdpq28 February 2024
First of all, let me tell you that I walked out of the cinema thinking that I had just watched a documentary straight out of another time and place. Absolutely nothing looked out of place; every detail was perfectly integrated into the scene. The cinema was packed, something I hadn't seen in a long time. The audience was transfixed and transported to a world beyond our wildest imaginations. Simple and beautiful on the outside, complex and dark on the inside, with a glimmer of hope for a better future to come. Frank Herbert's work will help generations of people to open their minds and see. Thank you, Dune crew!
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9/10
Religious wars from an atheistic point of view
alisolimanzaki-255097 March 2024
The best film of the past four years. The film is inspired by the history of European wars and is also greatly inspired by the emergence of the dawn of Islam, but it certainly presents it from an atheistic point of view, because the writer of the novel sees the Mahdi as a dangerous person, more dangerous even than the empire, and even sees religions as something superstitious, and that view will be annoying for Christians, and of course especially Muslims, but as a Muslim I was not bothered because I understand the extent of Western writers' ignorance of the history of the Abrahamic religions and see them as religions that prevent human freedom, while in fact they ignore the history of the world before the emergence of the Abrahamic religions.

Actually, WW1 and 2 were made by atheists, and even the nuclear bomb was made by atheists Hitler himself is atheist, and you can't mix with what happened to Native Americans by Christians with the Islamic Empire because Muslims during centuries visited a lot of territories in Europe and east Asia, and even they reached Australia, but they didn't make any holy war against those people. The novel and movie will provide a collective view of what happened with crusaders and the Spanish, British, and French at the dawn of Islam.

The film was also much better than the first part, and even the soundtrack was better than the first part. The music by Hans Zimmer is his best since the music for Interstellar, and Greig Fraser's cinematography is also the best in his entire career. The film is very impressive, but Prisoners remains the best film by director Denis Villeneuve.
10/10
Film not a movie
espanajacob13 March 2024
Whoever says film is dead, show them this. I can't believe what I witnessed tonight.

I'm not a big movie person I do love movies but haven't reviewed or criticized any of them. I just can't stop thinking about this movie how good every single actor did to portray their role.

The way the director made sure everything was perfect, and just visually spectacular!

I have nothing bad to say about this film, the sound was perfect the sights I noticed my eyes expand to their fullest at most of these scenes I had to remind myself to blink!

I hate reviews like this because I feel others may feel I'm exaggerating, but watch this film for yourself and tell me I'm wrong!
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9/10
Dune is HIM!
Entertainmentsparadise11 March 2024
Dune Part Two completely astounds as a cinematic masterpiece, weaving a compelling tale of a young Messiah navigating a political landscape. With elegant action scenes, iconic moments, a captivating love story, and ultimate HIM moments, it surpasses expectations.

While the first part felt like a setup, Dune Part Two addresses the critiques. Its lengthy duration and intricate interconnections between houses, characters, and agendas pose challenges, yet the density of each character adds to the film's enjoyment.

Austin Butler's villainous role is offsetting but well-executed, showcasing the film's diverse array of characters. The story continuously expands, creating a captivating narrative.

The main character's tremendous development, from a humble to an arrogant, confident approach, adds depth. The film achieves a perfect balance of action, plot, character development, love interest (Florence Pugh and Zendaya shine), and a touch of unexpected comedy.

Timothe Chalamet and Austin Butler stand out, contributing to the film's success. The ending, with its great action scene, monologue, and setup for the future, elevates Dune Part Two to the top-tier movie category. For sci-fi enthusiasts, this is a must-watch.
7/10
Cinematic masterpiece with gaps for the uninitiated
criscal30 March 2024
The problem is that the book is like 900 pages long i.e. Easily the length of 3-4 average SF books and making each book of the series a season of various length would have been a better choice. There are just too many characters and even though the movie tries to reduce the number of characters that are focused upon, it seems that only Javier Bardem as Stilgar is permitted to shine. A total disappointment is Austin Butler as Feydt, who can only squeeze out two facial expressions, maybe three looking mostly like borderline feeble minded. There are scenes that appear superfluous like finding certain weapons, while other scenes seem to fall out of the blue with explanation or transition missing.

Also, the movie never explains how the Fremen get their high-tech or why some warmongering house like the Harkonnen or the imperator are so pretty bad at warfare or putting the planet under an effective siege with the perfect control of transportation possible.
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9/10
Great movie with huge problems.
bigbluebelly5 March 2024
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I just got home from seeing the movie. As a huge fan of the Dune universe and having read the original books many times (and even many of the Brian Herbert books) I was very happy with this movie except for several plot holes, one of which I believe is insurmountable.

Alia (Paul's sister) is supposed to kill Baron Harkonen and become St. Alia of the Knife. In this version she wasn't even born yet! Chani & Paul were also supposed to have a child together but that wasn't as important as Alia's story line. There were also some more minor plot deviations but for the life of me I don't know how they make Dune Messiah or Children of Dune without St. Alia. I guess we'll see. For non Duneheads it's definitely an excellent movie.
10/10
Best sci-fi
meikalainen-2862829 February 2024
From the moment the lights dimmed in the IMAX theater, it was clear that Dune Part 2 was going to be an unforgettable cinematic journey. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, this sequel not only continues the epic tale of Paul Atreides and his destiny among the sands of Arrakis but elevates the saga to new heights, both literally and metaphorically, thanks to the immersive IMAX experience.

Picking up where the first part left off, Dune Part 2 delves deeper into the complex politics, culture, and the looming war on Arrakis. The narrative expands on the themes of destiny, power, and survival, challenging characters and audiences alike to ponder the costs of leadership and the sacrifices for peace. Villeneuve masterfully balances the dense lore of Frank Herbert's universe with emotionally charged storytelling, making the intricate plot accessible and deeply engaging.
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4/10
Disappointing
vahurkampus28 February 2024
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Like seriously... what the hell was that? :-( First part was mostly on point... but the second part?? Why alter perfection?

It totally missed in my opinion. The nukes were used for the shields, not for the spice. The water of life was meant to be used for the spice... The great houses came together with the emperor, why was this changed? Where is the baby? Where is the sister? Why was the guild cut out all together? Where is the scene between. Gurney and Lady Jessica. All this gave context to the story what now went totally missing.

As it was cut together now, the only thing truly great about the movie was the sound editing. This gave a great atmosphere. I in general like Villeneuve alot, Sicario is one of the top3 the greatest movies ever made, but this was disappointing.
10/10
And just think, this is the bridge...
jennbrn4 March 2024
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Nearly speechless! Glued to the big screen the entire time and completely on edge for what was to come. Finally, a book come to life adventure I can love! Very few directors/producers/actors have achieved this for me. Even though the final installment has yet to come, I know in its entirety, it will be one for me to watch over and over again! Loved every second of this film and all the actors were outstanding! Bravo! If this film and its actors do not win major awards, I will be utterly shocked! Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha is utterly terrifying! I wish his character would have lasted longer. This guy definitely deserves an award for Best Supporting Actor! When part three arrives, I will be so excited, but sad to see this great adaptation adventure end.
10/10
Sansational movie
nikolaisksk29 February 2024
This is one of the best movies i've ever watched. GOOOSEBUMPS!!!!

I Think i puts the whole Dune univers in another great movie perspective. This follow-up on the Dune Part 1 is just epic. The universe build-up from the first movie to the action packed secound movie is so amazing. Furthermore the whole movie had me on the edge of the Seat. I really Think it gave the future for sci-fi a real competition and generelly theres is a Long distance between such great Universe describtions. I love the Way that the water and the dessert are set up as two opposites and how the water plays a giant role in "the rightful rulers og dune's" religion!

This is a must Watch!!
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9/10
Brilliant
TheNamelessCzar10 March 2024
I am a big fan of the first Dune movie that came out two years ago, and this movie doesn't fall into the trap of other sequels of the past and reaches the same high-level as its predecessor. The acting is great, the visuals are simply stunning, the soundtrack is engrossing. This is a beautiful film to look at. There is simply no flaws in the direction or cinematography. The only thing that prevents me from giving a 10 is the fact that I believe it could use a little bit more exposition as the narrative became a little confusing at times , but it made up for it with stunning visuals and drama. I hope there's a third one, but if there is not, this is a fitting ending to the Dune saga.
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10/10
Greatest Cinematic Experience
cowperf3 March 2024
This was just superb. Witnessing history from the Dennis building a trilogy to rival LOTR, Star Wars and more. A bigger better and more emotional story than the last, that had me at the edge of my seat. The last 1 hour was unbelievable and I did not want it to end. Already looking forward to my next visit.

"Father I have found my way"

This was just superb. Witnessing history from the Dennis building a trilogy to rival LOTR, Star Wars and more. A bigger better and more emotional story than the last, that had me at the edge of my seat. The last 1 hour was unbelievable and I did not want it to end. Already looking forward to my next visit.
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10/10
Yup, It Really Is Good
Slarkshark1 April 2024
I came in with huge expectations for part two. I expected it to be better than the first, and had heard nothing but good things from trusted sources. Well, I'd say those expectations were met.

It is by no means my favourite movie or anything, and even though I give it a 10, it's more of a 9.5 for me. It's got great action scenes, which are spread out through the lengthy run time (which is not a negative). The cinematography is amazing, which at this point, is just the standard from anything directed by Denis Villeneuve.

I got nothing bad to say about the acting as it's all pretty well top notch. I absolutely loved that Chistopher Walken was in this, though I would have loved to see him walk without rhythm (Fatboy Slim - Weapon of Choice reference).

All I gotta say is... they better damn well make a part 3.
9/10
The greatest spectacle since LOTR
scottmcparker2 March 2024
Not since the LoTR trilogy first dropped has the cinema felt so alive. Dune part 2 is on a par with Dune part 1, neither is better than the other, both are magical to watch as a whole and I cannot wait until part 3. Austin Butler almost sheds his Elvis persona and gives a captivating performance. Timothee Chalamet is on his best form and gets better with everything he does. Christopher Walken can't help but be Christopher Walken, but hey why not! The screen is always full of energy and each frame is masterful. Denis is the greatest living director in my opinion and I need to see everything he's done, (nearly there).
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10/10
One of the best movies I've seen so far
justincommandeurrtl1 March 2024
Okay listen I go to a lot of movies and I'm not an easy person to convince a movies is actually good, but holy this movie. I knew before I went with a friend of mine it had good rumours but actually watching it was something else. The sound effects just everything including the story it was all so fine. Really if you haven't watched it yet in the cinema, go as soon as possible! Part 1 is a must watch before you go to part 2, it pretty much educates you within the dune lore and is very helpful to understand the world they're in. Honestly if I would say I'm not excited for part 3 I'm lying, they shouldn't rush tho but I can't wait!
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9/10
Best movie
mrohith-987303 March 2024
"Dune Part Two" continues the epic saga with impeccable casting and a masterfully crafted screenplay that captivates audiences from start to finish. The film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, seamlessly picks up where its predecessor left off, delivering a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience.

One of the standout aspects of the movie is its exceptional casting. Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides delivers a nuanced and compelling performance, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Chalamet's portrayal of Paul's internal struggles and growth adds depth to the character, making him a central figure that audiences can empathize with.

The supporting cast is equally praiseworthy, with performances by Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, and Zendaya elevating the overall ensemble. Ferguson's portrayal of Lady Jessica brings a powerful and complex dimension to the character, while Isaac's portrayal of Duke Leto Atreides adds gravitas to the narrative. Zendaya's role as Chani is ethereal and captivating, creating a chemistry with Chalamet that enhances the emotional impact of the story.

The screenplay, adapted from Frank Herbert's seminal novel, is a triumph of storytelling. Screenwriter Jon Spaihts, along with Villeneuve, skillfully navigates the intricate plot, maintaining a delicate balance between world-building and character development. The narrative unfolds organically, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the rich universe of "Dune."

Visually, the film is a feast for the eyes. Cinematographer Greig Fraser captures the vast, sweeping landscapes of Arrakis with breathtaking precision. The desert scenes, in particular, are both awe-inspiring and foreboding, setting the tone for the challenges that await the characters.

Hans Zimmer's musical score complements the visuals, heightening the tension and emotion of each scene. The combination of Zimmer's evocative score and the striking visuals creates a cinematic experience that is both visceral and emotionally resonant.

"Dune Part Two" stands as a testament to the successful adaptation of a beloved science fiction masterpiece. It not only honors the source material but also expands upon it, offering a visually stunning and emotionally gripping cinematic experience. As the second installment in what promises to be a landmark film series, "Dune Part Two" solidifies itself as a triumph in casting, screenplay, and overall storytelling.
10/10
Cinema
liamandrewgallagher11 March 2024
Cinema. Didn't love Dune: Part One much. In Part Two Timothee acting pulled everything together. Part two was a cinematic masterpiece from start to finish. Literally, no frame had me or anyone else bored. This is a masterclass of cinematography. Austin Butler proves again that he is the new generation of actors along with Timothee. They are going to be the biggest stars since Leo , Affleck and Damon. I have never wrote a review for a movie and or television. This needs to be said though, start to finish you will love this film. I walked out after this movie just wanting to go back in for another round.
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5/10
Utterly disappointed!
samratrc14178 March 2024
I have no grouse against the photography, direction, costumes, location selection and the casting, but I have a big bone to pick with the storytelling and editing. I am amongst a significant number of people who haven't read the book and I didn't appreciate the huge jumps made in the movie. It felt like I was watching the movie and had nodded off during certain parts and had missed them. Then I woke up and couldn't make the connections having missed significant portions. That was how the editing of the movie was like. It was like they had tried to pack in too much information into one movie that could have been made into two. Maybe the studio didn't greenlight it and Denis Villeneuve had to made do with what I just saw.

Kind of reminded me of Twilight: Breaking Dawn. Another film based on a book. The first part was long, indulgent and told so little and yet beautiful and the second part was hurried, hackneyed and trying to cram in too much information. The same here. I am a bit surprised to see the high rating as I am pretty sure not that many have either watched the older Dune or have read the long rambling book. The first one was great. This one had the potential but screwed up. Was utterly disappointed. I have to repeat that I am still very amazed by the high ratings. The young people of today must be very Zen as they seem to be very satisfied with little.

I am not! Sorry!
10/10
Jaw Dropping
oliverwolfy7 March 2024
12/10: The story line is so emotionally impactful.

I was genuinely moved by this film.

Please bring us more of this series. I loved it so much.

The sound and special effects make this movie exceptional. The editing was nothing I have ever seen before; pure magic.

It enhances the first version tremendously and is in my opinion, better than the first.

This movie is in my top 3 movies of all time. That is verrrry difficult.

I wish 10 of these movies could come in a series. It's definitely a new starwars, and in my Gen Z mind, better. I brought 20 of my friends to watch It and we were all astonished because we definitely underestimated it haha.
6/10
Denis, where are you?
pholmstrom26 February 2024
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Hate to say this, but Dune part 2 feels like a film made by committee, stamped and approved by studio executives, and bogged down in budgetary constraints. The first film set up so many glorious avenues, each picking up threads laid out in the book. The sequel jettisons many of these, in favor of new storylines that diminish Herbert's original vision. Gone are the meditative bears from the original, and in its place are Marvelized action set pieces and down the middle dialogue exchanges. Zero talk of the spacing guild, the true villains of the original, and instead they made the Bene Gesserits the architects of disaster, why? Felt wrong on many levels. Sad end to a strong beginning...
9/10
Dune: Part Two - A Return to Arrakis
PedroReviews3 March 2024
Brace yourselves, spice-freaks! "Dune: Part Two" isn't just a movie, it's a full-on sensory assault in the best possible way. Buckle up for a wild ride through the desert sands of Arrakis, where the wind whispers secrets, the Fremen fight for survival, and Hans Zimmer's score will have your heart pounding like a thumper in a sandstorm.

Director Denis Villeneuve has crafted a visually stunning masterpiece. From the sweeping desert landscapes to the intricate details of the Fremen culture, every frame is a feast for the eyes. The costumes are equally impressive, transporting you to a world both familiar and alien.

But "Dune: Part Two" isn't just about spectacle. The story picks up seamlessly after the first film, diving deeper into Paul Atreides' complex journey and the political turmoil brewing on Arrakis. The acting is superb, with Timothée Chalamet delivering a powerful performance as the conflicted young heir.

Now, let's talk about the soundtrack. Hans Zimmer, you magnificent madman, you've done it again! The score is nothing short of epic, perfectly capturing the vastness of the desert and the intensity of the conflicts. It's the kind of music that makes you want to stand up and cheer, or maybe even ride a sandworm (though we wouldn't recommend it).

Is it worth watching? Is the spice melange worth its weight in gold? Absolutely! "Dune: Part Two" is a must-see for fans of the first film, sci-fi enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates exceptional filmmaking. Just do yourself a favor and see it on the biggest screen possible. Trust me, the IMAX experience will leave you breathless.
3/10
Disappointing with an Unsatisfactory Ending
syd99075 March 2024
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I've read the books and watched the original 1984 film before these two remakes. They altered Chani's character arc (Zendaya), making her devotion to Paul Atreides clear but adding a condition to her love that he not change, only to have him change and betray her for political power after he transformed because of consuming the spice water. His transformation into both hero and villain was evident, especially in his choice of political power and the White Princess Irulan over Chani. Unfortunately, this depiction in Dune 2 felt like a slap in the face to her character as a woman of color, which I found disappointing.

Furthermore, I also found the main storyline convoluted, the subplots irritating, and the ending unsatisfactory. In this iteration of the film, it could have been titled "True Love, True Lies and the Thirst for Power" due to its theme of betrayal, the lack of trustworthy characters and the idea that absolute power corrupts absolutely. Additionally, the underutilization of Austin Butler as Feyd Rautha was a missed opportunity, given the hype surrounding his role. It was little more than a cameo. And in case you haven't seen the original 1984 Dune film, all of those characters were well-developed and the storyline was well-written. Sting, in that film, was a much better Feyd Rautha because his version was fleshed-out. I also didn't like killing off Duncan Idaho (Jason Momoa) in Part 1 and bringing back Gurney Halleck (Josh Brolin) in Part 2. Momoa's Duncan Idaho would have made better sense since he was Paul Atreides mentor and teacher of the "Weirding Way" technique, in addition to being a brave soldier. It's worth noting that critics have praised the film, and it has garnered a significant following among movie-goers.

I'm wondering did all of the people giving this film (9 and 10-star reviews) actually watch the same film as I did. Yes it was a beautiful spectacle in regards to the visuals, but how the film unfolded was confusing, the writing had no depth, the worms appeared to be an after-thought and what you're left with is more questions than answers. I simple liked Part 1 much better.
1/10
Don't
youlesivanson3 March 2024
I was very disappointed because I had heard and read a lot about this movie, and it was not even close to my minimum expectation. Firstly, the film was technically excellent, including visual effects, sound and editing, and no one can deny that, and I am sure that it will be nominated for an Oscar in these categories. But the film has no soul to connect with its audience because the script hurts it. The first Dune was ok, and we could interact with the characters, but in Dune: part two the Characters were strange, the main one being the emperor. After all those plans, who could believe that such an emperor was behind them. The movie was very slow in the beginning and moved step by step and suddenly at the end the pace became very fast and very unrealistic. Again, the best technical aspect cannot help a movie with weak script.
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10/10
Epic ride that surpasses expectations
margaridacardeano29 February 2024
Dune Part 2 is an absolute marvel of a movie, and Zendaya's performance as Chani is just magical. She brings such depth and emotion to the character, making Chani feel like a real person you can root for and connect with. Her chemistry with Timothée Chalamet is off the charts, and you can feel the tension and tenderness between them in every scene they share.

Zendaya's presence on screen is captivating, and you can't help but be drawn into her world. She's not just an actress playing a role; she becomes Chani, embodying her strength, courage, and vulnerability in a way that's truly inspiring.

And let's not forget the rest of the movie - the visuals, the storytelling, everything is just top-notch. Director Denis Villeneuve has created a breathtaking world that feels both epic and intimate, and Zendaya's performance is a shining beacon in the midst of it all.

Overall, Dune Part 2 is a cinematic experience you won't soon forget, and Zendaya's talent and charisma only add to its brilliance. She's truly one of the brightest stars in Hollywood right now, and I can't wait to see what she does next.
10/10
Best movie ever
breepar8 March 2024
This was such a good movie! There is so much suspense and action. Make sure you wanted the first one a couple days before if you haven't read the book, it can be harder to follow. Overall amazing. The scenes were shot well. There's a bit of an unsettling scary feeling in some scenes that I love. It has a great cast. There isn't a bad actor in the whole movie . If you like movies about fighting, supernatural, and people banning together this is for you. There are almost heroic moments in the movie. You really have trouble telling if there are even any good and bad guys at all. It is one of those movies that really gets you thinking. You can't guess the plot it's always throwing you for a loop.
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10/10
Cinematography... beautiful, Musical score... beautiful, dialogue... beautiful
brandonwright-853111 March 2024
There's not a lot you can pick apart in this movie. Pacing, progression, action, romance (well what romance there is in it), the way it was shot and the way Hans Zimmer works his magic as per usual. I wish I had read the books before viewing as the world building is so fascinating. I love that the world is sci-fi and includes the Fremen society as well. Which is very middle eastern based and include djinn and shamans. The combination of the two was such a wonderful idea that Dune novelist Frank Herbert had and I am thankful that he created this world for us to enjoy. Timothy does a great job as Paul and Zendaya as Chani. Austin Butler though, I was super pleased to hear him not sound like Elvis. He really played this character brutally and it was so necessary. Stellan Skarsgaard is incredible as you would expect and I could also picture Gary Oldman in the role as the baron as well (Just a side note). I would highly recommend watching this right after re-watching the first and enjoy it. I hope they build more on this universe. But please don't oversaturate it, am I right?
10/10
THIS WAS LIFECHANGING
chinachr1 March 2024
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I literally think that this is my first complex movie that I love. It never gets boring, perfect plot twist I just feel that I need to cry. The end was so depressing but logical. Paul did something very unexpected and disappointing but that's what you get when you drink that blue beberage so chani did what she needed to do but still I hope he feels bad and goes back with chani and doesn't marry the other girl. I'm sad because a bad symbolic character died which good but I wanted to see him in the next movies because he was a very good antagonist. Thank you for reading this.

Pd: I haven't read the books.
10/10
Masterpiece
constancezac8 March 2024
One of the best movies of the decade. Im talking empire strikes back level great. Fantastic writing, acting, worldbuilding, dialogue, action sequences, cinematography, production design and more. Its also thematically rich and features nuanced and multilayered, complex characters. Even in the first 5 minutes I knew it would be even better than the first (the first is still amazing btw.

The score is flawless and the sound design is unique and exquisite. I really don't have any issues with this movie. I guess my only minor qualm would be that we barely got any screentime with florence pughs and Christopher Walkkens characters and it could've been pretty cool if we dived into their politics and storyline a tad more. Anyhow im sure we will see it more in Dune Messiah fingers crossed it happens.

10/10 highly recommend. Probably will be my favourite movie of the year.
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10/10
Welcome Dune to epic classic of the history
jvirgu2 March 2024
Dune is an epic film that open history with classic to sci fi, we'l remember forever. Paul Atreides be will a figure in the imaginary of the fans with epic. Unbelieveable!!! I miss this! This is absolute cinema. Frank Herbert living. Possible the best film these begin year. Difficult will superate. I'm anxiety for The next messian of the Dune. This universe is fantastic, I hope it be simillary at this, denis vileneuve got do what anyway got since 1965. The Lord of the Rings, Empire strikes back and, maybe, The Dark Knight, we don't alone now, Dune come to make company at this. Enjoy the moment, living Dune, love The history, remember this, you don't forget, because is rare.
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8/10
Visual Spectacle
mesaxi20 March 2024
I wasn't much a fan of DV's first Dune movie, largely for the seemingly unnecessary changes and trumped up action scenes. This one was much better, even though it had seemingly unnecessary changes and trumped up action scenes.

The fact is that I can get past your changes if you give me a well paced feast for the eyes. They're still annoying, but I'll be a lot more forgiving. The most glaring change was Chani, someone in production felt like the movie needed a stronger female character or something, if so they completely misunderstood get the balance of powers in the books. The change to Alia I can write off as them wanting to give Rebecca Ferguson a meatier role, which is fine.

Just an amazing film visually, proving once again the DV has the vision even if his writing lacks. I still worry about him being attached to Rama because he's too willing to compromise and make alterations, even though I know he would be the absolute best choice visually.
9/10
Epic! Peak Sci-fi!
myblueblazer10 March 2024
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Review: this is just a brilliant sequel to part one and an epic masterpiece. Dune part 2 has officially joined the ranks of The Empire Strikes Back, The Godfather Part II and the dark Knight in the greatest sequels category.

Takeaways:
  • Timothy Chalmet is at the top of his game here as Paul Attedies, now going by Yusl Mau-Dib. He morphs from reluctant hero, to Dark messiah figure, as he becomes more of an anti-hero by the end of the film.


-Zendaya is great as Chani! They took some liberties with the character here. As opposed to the original book, Chani is more fleshed out and is more of a Vocal character. Though she is in love with Paul, she does not agree with Paul's leadership and changed attitude once he embraces his role as the "Lessan Al-Gaib" to lead the Fremen to a new era and a "green paradise" for Arrakis. She does not like that her people worship him as a "God" and She also does not approve of his marriage to the emperor's daughter to secure a political position of power to become new Galactic emperor.

-I wish they wouldn't have cut out the part where Paul and Jessica had a child named Leto that died in an attack during the two years Paul was with the Fremen.

-Also no two year time jump.

-Alia Atredies also appears! She is changed from the Novel, but you will love this version potrayed by Anna Taylor Joy

Honestly these changes make sense, because this movie makes the original story now more dramatic.

I loved when Paul rode the sandworm! One of the best scenes!

-Rebecca Ferguson just went into a Boss mode and Creepy level as Jessica Atriedes becomes the revenant mother to the Fremen and the one who makes sure that her son Paul races the final steps to his destiny.

-Josh brolin and Javier Bardem are also great in their roles as Paul's trusted and loyal advisors.

-Stellan Dkarsgard and Dave Bautista continue their great Villian roles as the Harkonnens.

SPOILER A shocking revelation happens where it is revealed that Paul and Jessica are part of the Harkonnen bloodline. Baron Harkonnen is Jessica's true father, and Paul's Grandfather.

-I always love seeing Christopher Walken and I thought he was great as the emperor Shadam Corino IV.

-But the best performance in addition to Chalmet's goes to.....Austin Butler as Feyd! Such a creepy and sadistic villain and a womanizer. I loved his final duel with Paul! One of the best scenes along with Paul riding the sandworm.

Conclusion: YOU WILL LOVE THIS FILM! Can't wait for part 3!
10/10
An Amazing movie
Celiaapa8 March 2024
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What truly sets this movie apart is its ability to provoke thought. Beneath its sci-fi veneer lies a poignant commentary on the real-world issues of wealth disparity and social injustice, challenging viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about our world. I would say that Dune part 2 is more than just a movie; it's a powerful cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll. From its breathtaking visuals to its compelling narrative, every aspect of this film is crafted with meticulous detail and precision. With its stunning visuals, gripping story, and thought-provoking themes, it's a must-see for anyone who appreciates the art of filmmaking.
10/10
One of the greatest movie ever made
rivervivek2 March 2024
There is no word in the dictionary that can define the greatness of this movie.🔥🔥🔥..but here is something to meet the minimum character limit.

"Dune 2 is an immersive masterpiece that seamlessly weaves together intricate storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and an epic musical score. The film's stellar cast delivers exceptional performances, bringing Frank Herbert's iconic characters to life with depth and authenticity. Director Denis Villeneuve's vision is nothing short of awe-inspiring, as he navigates the vast landscapes of Arrakis with precision and brilliance. The film's stunning cinematography, coupled with seamless CGI, creates a world that feels both fantastical and tangible. Dune 2 not only lives up to its predecessor but surpasses expectations, setting a new standard for epic science fiction cinema."
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1/10
Consumerism is the mind-killer. Consumerism is the little-death...
tomalakis24 March 2024
McDUNE (Diet Edition) Episode: "The Hollywood Dollar Empire strikes back on creativity, originality, and intelligence, playing it heavy on the safe again and not even trying anything, lest, God forbid, you hesitate and go elsewhere." ... Did the bold, peculiar, imaginative and complex Dune deserve to become this? Dune has always been out of the mainstream simply because it was weird and that was its grit. But not anymore. Dune became cool, got a new logo and a silver foil, everything complex and controversial has been cut out, and everything weird toned down, so that today's squeamish viewer can enjoy it effortlessly and still manage, in a good mood and unburdened by thoughts, to stop at H&M and New Yorker. Star Trek and Star Wars have been milked to the scabs and the masses need a new franchise... I get it when a Marvel comic receives this treatment, but Dune? Lynch and Jodorowsky did the thought-provoking Dune more justice. And people aren't even shy to claim Dune as their childhood idol and doing this to it and profiting from it with no scruples... I hope that you're nourishing your brain with some intellectual activities because it can't survive on this no-nutrition junk alone.
10/10
Nearing perfection; makes you feel that cinema is still alive
paulroy-996589 March 2024
This movie makes you believe that cinema is still alive. The overall styling, visuals, atmosphere are phenomenal. The storytelling, characters and music are nearing perfection, everything in the movie transpires attention to detail. Action and battle scenes are well balanced and it is never boring. Many of the scenes are truly unique and powerful. The movie has close to no defaults.

This is an absolute must see for anyone that even remotely enjoys science fiction movies. I was on the edge of tears coming out of the screening room after such an epic display of cinema, like we rarely see anymore. Kudos to Denis Villeneuve, this is genius level.
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10/10
WOW!
thegreatbrain2 March 2024
Fantastic film. The sound was incredible. Great film, super enjoyable, enough action to offset slower parts, the film just builds in intensity to a fantastic climax. Just blown away... when i walked out of the theater, there was an older gentlemen, and he looked shell shocked... he looked at me and said, "Oh my God that was an amazing film!"... just saw it tonight, (Friday, Mar 1) with my son and I'm taking my other son tomorrow, its that good... I am so glad to see it in a movie theater compared to waiting to watch it at home, you definitely want the whole sound/visual experience of a good theater. If you are on the fence post about seeing it, don't hesitate... you'll love it!
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Villenueve successfully completes his two-parter
gortx21 March 2024
When DUNE Part One debuted, I gave it a grade of 'Incomplete'. It was decent, well-mounted, but there wasn't enough that was definitive to give it final marks. With Part Two, Director Denis Villenueve earns a solid passing grade.

After a brief prologue, which introduces Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan (this also functions as a tidy recap), the new entry picks up with Paul Atreidies (Timothee Chalamet) and his mother Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) who have joined forces with Chani (Zendaya), Stilgar (Javier Bardem) and the Freman.

Villenueve and Jon Spaiht's script improves on the pacing of the original, managing to weave in new plot developments and important new characters such as the Emperor (Christopher Walker) and the menacing nephew Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) of Baron Harkonnen (a returning Stellan Skarsgard) . The screenplay is still burdened with much exposition and some of the dialogue rings flat. The cast does their best with Butler and Pugh making the strongest impressions of the newcommers. Ferguson is excellent once again. Chalamet is better than in the first half, and grows into the role. Unfortunately, Bardem and Walken are saddled with lesser material.

As a combined film, DUNE is an impressive achievement on a grand scale. Some of the Greig Fraser's cinematography is a bit too murky at times, but otherwise quite solid. The production design, sound, costumes, VFX, Zimmer's score - all set a high standard.

For hard SF fans, the fantasy elements may create a certain distance with their amorphous and seemingly flexible rules. Unless one is truly steeped in Frank Herbert's mythos, the details often create more confusion than cohesion; Not to mention that the 'ending' truly isn't -- as there are five more original books to go. For all the criticism the 1984 David Lynch version gets, he did manage to distill it into a coherent enough film that runs less than two and a half hours. The collective Dune here runs over five. Obviously, there are many more details explored, but there are times where it hinders the overall dramatic rhythm.

All that noted, Villeneuve can hold his head up high. His two-parter is a good attempt at adapting a dense series of novels which have gained their own mythic status. If there are to be more Dune filmed adaptations, Villenueve can walk away proud of his accomplishment.
10/10
Best Movie
raquel-020829 March 2024
Dune," directed by Denis Villeneuve, stands as a monumental achievement in modern filmmaking, epitomizing the perfect fusion of visionary storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and captivating performances. As the second installment in Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's epic science fiction saga, "Dune 2" surpasses its predecessor in every aspect, solidifying its status as a cinematic masterpiece deserving of a perfect 10/10 rating.

One of the most striking elements of "Dune 2" is its visual prowess. From the barren landscapes of Arrakis to the intricately designed technology of the futuristic universe, every frame is meticulously crafted to immerse the audience in the rich tapestry of Herbert's universe. Cinematographer Greig Fraser masterfully captures the grandeur of the desert planet, using sweeping shots and dynamic camera movements to evoke a sense of scale and awe. The visual effects, seamlessly integrated into the narrative, enhance the film's otherworldly atmosphere, transporting viewers to a universe where the impossible becomes tangible.

However, "Dune 2" is not merely a feast for the eyes; it is also a triumph of storytelling. Villeneuve and screenwriter Jon Spaihts skillfully navigate the complex narrative of Herbert's novel, distilling its intricate plot and multifaceted characters into a coherent and engrossing cinematic experience. The film's pacing is expertly calibrated, allowing the story to unfold organically while maintaining a sense of urgency and tension. Each scene is imbued with meaning, contributing to the overarching themes of power, destiny, and the human condition.

Central to the film's success are the performances of its ensemble cast. Timothée Chalamet delivers a tour de force performance as Paul Atreides, the reluctant hero burdened with the weight of prophecy. Chalamet brings depth and vulnerability to the role, embodying Paul's internal struggle with grace and nuance. Opposite him, Rebecca Ferguson shines as Lady Jessica, Paul's mother torn between duty and love. Ferguson infuses her character with strength and complexity, elevating her beyond the typical female archetype often found in science fiction.

The supporting cast is equally impressive, with each actor bringing their A-game to the table. Oscar Isaac commands the screen as Duke Leto Atreides, projecting authority and compassion in equal measure. Zendaya captivates as Chani, the mysterious Fremen warrior caught in the midst of a brewing conflict. Josh Brolin, and Javier Bardem round out the ensemble, delivering memorable performances that add depth and dimension to the film's ensemble.

Beyond its technical and narrative achievements, "Dune 2" is a triumph of thematic depth and philosophical inquiry. At its core, the film grapples with timeless questions about power, identity, and the nature of humanity. Through Paul's journey, we are forced to confront the consequences of our actions and the moral complexities of leadership. Villeneuve deftly explores these themes, challenging the audience to reflect on their own beliefs and values.

In addition to its thematic richness, "Dune 2" is a masterclass in world-building. Villeneuve and his creative team have painstakingly brought Herbert's universe to life, from the intricacies of its political landscape to the nuances of its cultural traditions. Every detail, from the costumes to the set design, is thoughtfully crafted to immerse the audience in the world of Arrakis and its inhabitants. The result is a fully realized and immersive cinematic experience that transports viewers to a distant future unlike anything they've ever seen before.

In conclusion, "Dune 2" is nothing short of a cinematic triumph. With its breathtaking visuals, compelling storytelling, and powerhouse performances, it surpasses its predecessor and cements itself as a modern classic. Denis Villeneuve has created a masterpiece that not only honors Frank Herbert's seminal work but also pushes the boundaries of what science fiction cinema can achieve. "Dune 2" is not just a film; it's an experience-one that deserves to be celebrated and remembered for years to come.
9/10
Destruction and Chaos: The New Era
marccuenca421 March 2024
Dune 2 is visually striking, and the music is a true work of art thanks to Hans Zimmer. I had never seen a film with such a perfect soundtrack, with well-marked sounds and moments of silence.

The story follows the trajectory of the first installment, with a balanced intensity in terms of action scenes, dialogues, and tense situations. This creates moments where you are completely attentive to the big screen, while others allow you to rest a bit.

The film progresses slowly, but the music immerses you and draws you in, depicting a world of destruction and chaos where characters fight for their causes. The main actor's evolution is enormous, and his performance is majestic. The dialogue scenes are well-planned, and the plot has an element of mystery with unresolved questions that make you eager to see the next installment.

The created world of Dune is vast and visually beautiful. The dynamics, gadgets, weapons, and sandworms bring everything to life.

While the movie is almost three hours long and might be considered too lengthy, for me, the hours flew by, especially when the visual and auditory content is a work of art.

In conclusion, this film seems to me a brilliant continuation of the first installment, with a perfect audiovisual level.
10/10
Epic
danfmjdennis2 March 2024
OK so. I have been a Dune fan most of my life having read the book when I was little. Played the computer game. Watched the film. Re read the book before the films came out. Even read some of the later books but gave up on them and none stand up to the first book. Albeit children of dune is wothba read. Its really refreshing to have a movie improve on a book. OK they have not stuck to the plot 100 percent and are obviously planning a war of the great houses etc. Overall its everything I have ever wanted from Sci fi and cannot thank the people who have made this work so well enough. Seriously good. Bring on the next one. I really hope they can keep this up.
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9/10
EPIC!
glenmale17 March 2024
After a decade of juvenile, superhero DC/Marvel dross, along comes a cinematic masterpiece to blow them all away. Denis gave them all a masterclass on making films.

As a fan of the books (I read the first Dune in 1978) I was delighted that the director deviated from the source material only slightly... but it helped to create a visual feast... it actually added to and enhanced the story.

I was stunned by the sheer magnificence of the cinematography and sound design, costume design, art direction. The Giedi Prime scenes left me speechless.

Truly magnificent film-making. This is the new Hollywood benchmark.

BRAVO!
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10/10
GOATED
Guxalo21 March 2024
The movie is straight up one of the best ever made.

During the entire time I was shivering, feeling goosebumps and in the edge of my seat.

I already enjoyed the first movie, giving it a nice 8/10 or 7.5/10 but the part two is one of those rare cases where the second film is actually better than the first, and in my opinion by a mile, because this is just a goated film and one of my favorites too, it's in my top 5 easily.

Acting was really really good almost flawless.

The CGI was goated, really good effects and the explosions were breathtaking.

The songs/soundtracks were insane, another Hans Zimmer classic.

Plot from what I understand is difference from the books, but in a the movie point of view is perfect nonetheless.
6/10
Too Long
FriendlyRobot13 March 2024
I don't share the concerns of those complaining about the intricacies of the plot. I haven't read the book, but watched David Lynch's version back in the 80s and understood this just fine. Mind you, I have read Jodorowsky's Dune-influenced Incal, so this was nothing to that level of bizarre and fantastical. My concern was the ridiculous length. It seemed like the countless Netflix movies, where they think that playing two piano chords in a long drawn out way and showing characters blankly pondering emotions, makes it a Scandinavian masterpiece.

Dune Part Two just took too long to do very little. Considering the book is considered unfilmable, I expected there to be too many concepts and plot lines crammed in. But instead watched three hours of drawn out, ponderous scenes, attempting to be a hallucinogenic trip but not having the conviction to commit to it.

It was undeniably magnificently shot, scored and choreographed. The sound design was incredible. I enjoyed looking and listening to it, especially the unique action scenes. But dialogue was often very trite and too on the nose. The vehicles were still good, but lacked the visual impact of Part One. And characters were given disappointingly anti-climactic payoffs.

This was a top end 12 as well. Very graphic and uncomfortable in many places. Beware taking sensitive kids to see this.

I enjoyed Part One (I gave that 7 stars), but was more wowed by the spectacle than the acting or plot. I love Denis Villenuve's work, but Lynch was a closer match to the source material. This instalment lacked the impetus of the first, and therefore flapped pretentiously about as a placeholder between part one and three. It lacks the wonderful weirdness of Frank Herbert's world-especially in the very poorly cast emperor (love the actor, but out place here), Jodorowsky had cast Salvador Dalí, and somehow that tells you all you need to know.

I'm not afraid of a long film, or an arthouse film. I love science fiction, from The Forbidden Planet and Star Wars, to 2001 and Arrival; this perhaps simply suffers from the praise heaped on the original, and ended up working too hard to be even more spectacular.
10/10
Masterpiece: one for the history of movies.
ahmedamrkhattab1 March 2024
To be honest this is one of the best movies I have ever seen in years, Denis Villeneuve couldn't have done it better. The buildup for the main idea of the movie was unbelievable, how he planted the idea of the movie in the back of our mind was out of this world, this only happens when you take care of the least of the details, we can see in this movie how Denis made sure that he didn't waste any detail. The amount of details in the movie can be compared to the greatest movies ever made, everything was on point the designs of the locations were outrageous, the accent difference between the Northern and Southern people of Arakkis, the clothing to be honest everything was on point. The outrageous buildup made the conclusion very glorious and we cannot wait to see Dune: Part 3.

Thank you Denis for this Masterpiece.
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10/10
Best Sci-Fi film of the century
dtt-262325 March 2024
It is rare for a film to meet the monumental expectations that the world has cast upon Dune Pt. 2. This film shatters all of them. In his return to Arrakis, director Denis Villeneuve flexes every directorial muscle we've come to expect from him and then some. Dune Part 2 is an instant classic, the best science fiction film produced this century, and proof that in the cinema, imagery and sound remain king. Fans of the book and newcomers to the world of Dune will be in awe of the secrets that lay waiting for them in the desert of Arrakis. While masterpiece is overused these days, Dune Pt. 2 will go down as cinematic legend, and a must see in a 1:43 IMAX if you can find one.
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10/10
Literal one EPIC Adventure!
ebahador10 March 2024
I will start by saying that I almost never leave a review for movie, even though I consistently check IMDb for reviews and ratings, but I will make the exception for this movie. I think the last time I wrote a movie review was for the Dark Knight. This movie is extraordinary. Words can't describe how entertaining and how intriguing it was. I was completely mesmerized for two hours and 47 minutes of it. I did not feel bored for a single moment. The pacing and editing are top notch. The storyline and writing was as good as it gets. This rarely happens as I am a movie buff. I could with certainty say this movie ranks in my top five movies of all time just like the Dark Knight did. Do yourself a favor and go see it in the cinema. That is an experience that you do not want to miss!
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10/10
I got blown away
lalakakakjaja1 March 2024
Music: 10/10, Hans Zimmer has done it again, another soundtrack given straight from god

Graphic: 10/10, I don't know how, I don't know why, the visual is just pure eye candy, everything look beautiful, yet intimidating at the same time

story: things start to pick up from the first Dune. Yes the first Dune is slow burn, but everything got a proper paid off in this movie, yes this movie ends with a cliff hanger, but a lot of thread got resolved in this movie and it is master of class of story writing

World Building: Yeah Frank Herbert is a master in this field, he wrote one of the most affluential book series, and this movie did Frank's work its justice. Everything is fantastic, over-the-top, but it does make sense

Now, I need Dune 3, right now, Warner, please make it fast, you have earned at least 1 ticket from me already. For now, I will go rewatch it. This movie is way too good to just watch it one.
10/10
This is what I imagine watching the Empire Strikes Back in cinemas felt like.
olliemcdermott10 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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Dune: Part Two is not what I expected. I went into this movie thinking it would be some sort of high octane action movie, but it really isn't. This movie prioritises the the technical side of cinema to grant the scale and profound meaning to the movie, and I love it. The music, the colours, the wide shots, it all crescendos to the perfect cliff hanger at the end, and unlike Part One, I felt fulfilled and satisfied with where this movie left it's characters.

Throught this movie I felt a sense of awe in that I was witnessing cinema history before me. Usually, when I go to the cinema it's because I want to have a fun 2 hours out in town, but this movie felt like an occasion. Whilst it was fun, hell I would say it's some of the most fun i've had at the cinema, it was more. This movie really stood to show you what you can do with a camera, a script and some stunning vfx, and isn't this what the movies are for? It's artwork put into the big screen; Dune: Part Two, despite it's blockbuster nature is art, and this is why you need to go see it.
10/10
Phenomenal
kehbeguile2 March 2024
This movie was particularly gorgeous and exciting giving all the key moments and suspense that anybody of the sort would love, this movie brings the suspense and excitement to keep you engaged and always cautious of what's next, a truly wonderful story that is acted so perfectly and well, this adaptation has brung the story alive and in the spotlight proving there is not only a lot to it but also that it has a lot more to come and personally I want to see it all. I left the theater thoroughly wanting even more for the story and continuing on that I can't wait for what is to come of this movie. It is truly a must watch masterpiece.
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7/10
A bit disappointed to be honest...
spyroskouris26 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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Disclaimer. I am in my 50s and have watched the original movie so I am a bit biased. I found the first movie gripping and visually astonishing. I thought it was an absolute masterpiece. I eagerly waited for the second installment of the Dune Saga. Having watched the second movie, I cannot escape the feeling of disappointment. The movie again is a technical master, visual effect the sound, the imagery. What you perceive is fantastic!! Is no doubt technical masterpiece. But I feel compared to the first movie that the timeframe has changed and that the storyline altered. Some elements like the "weirding-way" of battle were totally missing. Also , the romance between Chani and Paul was very abruptly ended. It actually didn't make any sense.

Bearing in mind that there will be a third movie, or rather that there might be a third movie, will still watch that and make up my mind when I have seen all three. Sincerely hope that the third part will close the story circle as it should. Had they not seen the original one, had I not need familiar with the story, I would definitely rate this higher because honestly it is a feast for the eyes...
10/10
The music...the cinematography...the CGI...Timothy...Rebecca
ikingofthegalaxy3 March 2024
What an experience, I left my 70mm screening on the premier in Leicester Square London absolutely buzzing. This is the first review I've done of a film, and I couldn't think of something that deserves it more.

Having been a fan of the books and franchise for a long time, Denis Villeneuve does not hold back, the pacing is perfect, despite the run time of three hours, it does not feel longed out (unlike for instance; the Hobbit).

It would be an understatement to say this film is brought alive by the excellent music of Hans Zimmer and his crew, the perfect blend of his craft with the imagination of Denis Villeneuve creates the most breathtaking visuals and an experience to remember.
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10/10
A cinematic masterclass in filmmaking.
tribalrain2 March 2024
Dune 2 is a cinematic masterpiece that will transport you to the spice flowing desert planet of Arrakis and more from the first shot, to the last. The world building feel so natural and intuitive. We get to spend a lot of silent and intimate moments in between moments with all the characters because of which the big moments feel like they were earned not given. The dialogues are simple regarding the religious themes and ideas of the Fremen culture so if you listen and follow carefully it will all make sense. Every single department of Dune 2 has given us, the cinema fans and the film industry "a masterclass in filmmaking".

Dune: Part Two is a 2 hour and 46 minutes of cinematic masterclass.
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10/10
I love this film!
seapaphonx10 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
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5/5

A monumental piece of cinema Great Visual / Great story / Great Writing.

Best Sci-fi movies to date.

The only disappointing thing is not making a 3 hours film with more extra scenes to absorb the story of Dune to its finest.

"Dune: Part Two" is a cinematic masterpiece that takes the audience on an incredible journey through the harsh desert landscape of Arrakis and flows with spice in the air. The movie is an adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic science-fiction novel, and it is the second installment of the "Dune" franchise. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film is a visual spectacle that showcases the director's mastery of the art of filmmaking.

The movie follows the story of Paul Atreides, a young boy who is destined to become the leader of the desert planet Arrakis. The planet is known for its valuable resource, the spice, which is essential for space travel. The story is set in a futuristic world where humanity has colonized other planets and is ruled by powerful families. The Atreides family is tasked with taking control of Arrakis from the Harkonnens, who have been in charge of the planet for many years.

The film's visual effects are stunning, and the artists behind them have shown creativity and dedication that is second to none. The world of Arrakis is brought to life with incredible attention to detail, and the landscapes are awe-inspiring. The sand dunes, the gigantic sandworms, and the futuristic technology are all seamlessly integrated into the story, making the audience feel like they are part of the Fremen and living with them seeing what happened with the same eye.

The acting is also outstanding. Timothee Chalamet delivers a powerful performance as Paul Atreides, bringing depth and complexity to the character. Rebecca Ferguson and Zendaya are also excellent in their roles, bringing a sense of depth into their characters. The cast is rounded out by talented actors such as Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, and Christopher Walken, who all deliver outstanding performances.

The story of "Dune: Part Two" is compelling and engaging, and it is excellently laid out. The film has a good pacing which is better than the first one and never feels tedious at any moment. The pacing is just great, and the story unfolds in a way that keeps the audience engaged from beginning to end. The movie is a testament to the power of storytelling, and it is a reminder that great storytelling is timeless.

One of the most impressive aspects of "Dune: Part Two" is the way it balances action and drama. The film is not just a sci-fi adventure; it is also a character-driven drama that explores themes such as family, power, and destiny. The action scenes are thrilling and well-executed, but they never feel gratuitous or over-the-top. They are always in service of the story, and they help to advance the plot and develop the characters.

Overall, "Dune: Part Two" is a movie that will leave you in awe. It is a cinematic masterpiece that showcases the best of what modern filmmaking has to offer. If you are a fan of science fiction or the "Dune" franchise, then this movie is a must-see. It is a movie that will stay with you long after the credits roll. I was just so happy to experience it.
10/10
INCREDIBLE
morganh-321212 March 2024
Everything from the cinematography, the score, the acting, the script just, simply, incredible. This is everything that cinema needs in this time of poorly written and directed cash grabs. You can tell when you watch Dune Part 2 that heart and soul has gone into everything in this film. I loved the first and was unsure if it could possibly be topped by Denis Villneuve has done it again with what I am certain is his best work.

If you're scared of Sci-fi films or unsure on Sci-fi films it is not that sci-fiey, it's very much a story of revenge, relationships and heart.

Go to the cinema today and WATCH DUNE PART2!
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10/10
do not walk, run to see Dune: Part Two!!
nikoletamarcinekova27 March 2024
First part did not really fit me. But when i saw the trailer for the Part Two and later saw all the clips and reviews for this film, I knew that if I would miss seeing this on a big screen, I could not forgive myself. And I am telling you, do not miss the opportunity to see this. The visuals are stunning, not only Timotheé, but all of the cast are killing it, the music, the story-telling. More you think about this movie, the more complex it gets. The length of the movie is perfect, it does not feel long, on the other hand, you are left craving more. If I tell you that I set trough all the titles, because I needed to comprehend what I just saw. Go see it, the best in IMAX.
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10/10
THIS WAS AMAZING
aaronshibu-7766114 March 2024
The best movie made so far in this year.

The first was a 10/10 and so was this.

I didn't watch Dune part 1 on the big screen, because I didn't expect much, but after watching it I realised I had messed up. Since I've completed the first part I've been waiting for this movie for one and half years, and it did not disappoint.

I had the pleasure to watch this on the big screen and boy let me tell it was an out of the world experience The cinematography, the actors, the VFX... everything was made perfectly. Can't wate for the third part.

The last fight scenes gave me chills especially the when the worms destroyed the place.
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10/10
Best movie of the year so far!
mbreau-1224929 March 2024
I've seen the movie twice now and it's packed with so much that I'll have to watch it again. It's a movie that the last hour you just want to be apart of the universe. I had so much fun watching it that during certain scenes of the movie you get chills just because the director does such a great job of making you part of the movie. I highly recommend seeing this in IMAX as it's the only way to do a movie like this justices. It's probably one of the best sci-fi movies since the older Star Wars movies. I'm excited to see where they go with part 3 as it definitely leaves hints for a sequel to be made!
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8/10
Massive space opera
kot_belozero29 February 2024
I had the opportunity to see this film at a pre-premiere and I was pleasantly shocked when the credits had been flying before my eyes for several minutes.

Denis Villeneuve did not give the viewer any transitions and continued the story straight away, and it must be admitted that the second part turned out better than the first. The scale is even more fascinating, the culture and features of the universe began to be revealed, the characters develop and attract attention. The grandeur and epic nature of the buildings, ships and battles are breathtaking. If we compare this film with Star Wars, then we can compare these films only in terms of the scale of the films' impressions and the possible legendarity in the future, but definitely not thematically or genre-wise. Dune is much darker, more serious, and more concerned with developing its characters. Separately, I would like to praise the costume designers and sound designers who created a visual and sound sequence that is truly impressive. There are many details that require a re-watch of the film to appreciate the care and beauty of their work.

We have finally reached a level of technological development in cinema where such complex works as Dune can be turned into a three-hour delight. Huge respect and applause to the entire film team!
10/10
Film making at its best
tuxuday13 March 2024
Wow. The action sequences, BGM are stunning.

If one follows Dennis, his movies are big screen worthy.

Was satisfied about the time & money spent. Had to travel an hour to find a better screen as the screens near my place are either small or didn't have dolby atmos.

Feyd Rauth's birthday scenes are mesmerizing.

Costumes are good. Acting is good too.

I didn't follow Timothee, was not entirely satisfied with this performance in part 1. He could met the level reqd. In part 2. Not happy with casting of Zendaya.

Rebaca, Austin. Skarsgard are perfect for their roles. Brolin is wasted.

Enjoy masterpiece like this.
8/10
Great Movie With Holes in the Plot
coachsalm5 March 2024
Dune 2 is a great movie that can be enjoyed despite some holes in the plot and questionable story elements. The movie is great visually and serves as an example of how CGI doesn't have to make a movie seem sterile and fake, or like watching a video game like the new brand of Marvel movies and Aquaman do.

The cast is great - Christopher Walken should have had more scenes and other than it being him, his performance was not unique in any way - and there is a non credited appearance that I'm not going to spoil that is a wow!

The movie is long, but there's a difference between long and too long, and any movie that wants to be an epic.
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10/10
WOW WOW WOW!
fredrikheier22 March 2024
I have never written a review for any movie on IMDb, but now I just had to because this was a masterpiece. I feel like most movies these days which people are excited about just flop. But the "Dune" movies have a great potential of going down as one of the best in history. Timothée Chalamet was OUTSANDING. I've only seen this one, the first one and Interstellar that is with him, he is incredible! The battle scenes in this movie was incredible! Got so nervous at the final battle. And of course, Hans Zimmer strikes again with perfect music. This is Star Wars level! No doubt, a 10/10 from me! I can't wait for the next one 👀
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8/10
Great visuals, but story leaves a sense of absence
attilaboncok7 March 2024
The issue with Part Two is the same as with Part One.

I watched Part One without reading a letter from the book. I had a sense of absence, something was missing. The story did not stick properly together, cohesion was lacking a bit.

Then I started reading the book, read the first 90-100 pages, not even half of the first book, and then re-watched Part One movie. It was way more interesting, with knowing the proper backgrounds and motivations of the characters. I actually enjoyed the movie and did not have it was missing anything, but it was only because I knew the characters from the book.

And now, I feel the same with Part Two. Something is missing, proper cohesion is lacking. The whole thing feels like they took a TV/streaming show, took out the most important scenes and cut a movie from them. Hence: less critical, but still important parts are missing.

The movies did what they could in a relatively short time, but it's not enough. Dune deserves a proper series and not force-compressed into a couple of hours.

Otherwise, the visuals, the sounds are great, acting is good, it's still a good movie. It just does not feel complete.
10/10
Absolute masterpiece
kkgpsqn6 March 2024
"Dune: Part 2" is an absolute masterpiece that captivates from start to finish. Denis Villeneuve's visionary direction coupled with Hans Zimmer's mesmerizing score creates an unparalleled cinematic experience. The music alone is enough to transport you to the hauntingly beautiful world of Arrakis, but combined with stunning visuals and a compelling narrative, it elevates the film to greatness.

One of the standout aspects of "Dune: Part 2" is its lingering kind of vibe, which immerses the audience into the rich tapestry of the Dune universe. From the vast deserts to the intricate politics, every detail is meticulously crafted, making the world feel both expansive and lived-in. This attention to detail extends to the characters as well, each of whom is brought to life with depth and complexity.

Story-wise, "Dune: Part 2" is driven and never feels out of touch. The film maintains a calm pace, allowing the tension to simmer and build gradually. Every scene feels purposeful, leading to a climactic conclusion that leaves you on the edge of your seat. Villeneuve masterfully balances exposition with action, ensuring that the audience is always engaged.

One of the most impressive aspects of "Dune: Part 2" is its ability to convey a sense of scale. From the towering sandworms to the sprawling cities, everything feels epic in scope. Yet, amidst the grandeur, there is also an intimacy to the story, as it explores themes of power, destiny, and the human condition.

The performances in "Dune: Part 2" are nothing short of stellar. Timothée Chalamet shines as the conflicted hero, Paul Atreides, bringing both vulnerability and strength to the role. Rebecca Ferguson is equally compelling as Paul's mother, Lady Jessica, while Oscar Isaac delivers a commanding performance as Duke Leto Atreides. The supporting cast, including Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem, also deliver standout performances, adding depth and texture to the film.

Overall, "Dune: Part 2" is a triumph of filmmaking. It's rare to find a movie that excels on so many levels, but Villeneuve has managed to create a cinematic masterpiece that will be remembered for years to come. Whether you're a fan of science fiction or simply appreciate great storytelling, "Dune: Part 2" is not to be missed.
7/10
The revolution will be jihad-less
stephenmsaunders7 March 2024
There is no Jihad in Dune 2, despite the fact that that word, and its very specific meaning, are central to the novels that this film was based on.

I assume the filmmakers were too worried to use it, but this is far from being the only compromise on view here.

There is a tendency when a franchise is popular enough to just load in as many marquee Hollywood actors as possible, and this is a mistake. Here there are two pieces of completely insane casting. Florence Pugh looks like she has literally come from another universe. And Christopher Walken is absurdly himself, it's like he's not even trying to play the role.

Then there is Timothy Chalamonte. His agent says he hasn't had to audition for a role for seven years. Well, perhaps he should start again. His acting is more Hayden Christensen in Star Wars than Peter O'Toole in Lawrence of Arabia.

The only person worse is Zendaya, who doesn't appear to be able to act at all, and goes into a perpetual sulk for the second half of what starts to feel like a very long movie. Her sins with Chalamonte are painful.

The film is, of course, redeemed by the most astonishing, visuals, production value, design, and science fiction vision. It is truly awesome to watch, except when the human actors are on the screen.

What else? It's way too long. And yet Austin Butler's baddie, who is easily the best thing in the Dine franchise so far, doesn't get nearly enough time on screen.
9/10
A Dark Wonder to Behold
Olsenc342 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is sci fi spectacle that feels perfectly grounded. It takes a deep dive into war, choices, bonds and struggle for power. It starts out fairly hopeful but takes a sharp dark turn into the reality of the situation. Its not your typical fun and easy watch movie aside from some fitting humor and heart in the beginning but it's all the better for it. The storyline is rising from the bottom to the top in a very organic and original way but doesn't shy away from a few good twists and turns. The performances in this movie were fantastic. Austin Butler is a psychotic creature. His character is scary and amazing to watch. Timothy Chalamets character develops very well especially with relationships and prowess. He eases into a very commanding and powerful performance. Hans Zimmer sets the tone perfectly once again, the visuals captivate, and the action is on another level of exceptional. Highly Recommend.
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9/10
2024 movie of the year so far
Thecritichood2343 April 2024
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I would personally like to say that in 2024 this is movie of the year. I don't know what other movie can top this movie aside from planet of the apes, but other than that this was a joy to watch but to let people know that this is definitely a sequel. There are some parts that you might be confused on so if you have not watched part one, please do before going into this, now this picks up right where it left off like five minutes ago where in the first dune Paul is traveling with the Freeman alongside her mother, and they are trying to apprehend the Harkenns. Throughout this movie, you can see a transformation in Paul in the downfall of Paul at the same time he is trying to lead the Freman to Paradise, but he keeps seeing visions if he tries or even attempts to lead them to paradise the performances in this movie is really good and the first one I thought Timothy Chalamet was kind of a little weak but in this, he has a lot to work with and it's done very well. I have not read the book so I am confused on Florence Pugh character but other than that I was in with the story just like the first one every performance is really good, especially Javier Bardem, and Austin Butler, who really steals the show this is a visual masterpiece. Every single shot is so well done keep having these change of color pallets and it don't feel like a green screen or nothing and feels like you're into this world. Zendaya was pretty cool and really fits the character. Well sometimes I'd be questioning her acting but it's OK because in this she was really good, and this is actually a deeper dive into its theme and it's theme of religion. Is religion a manipulative tool or is religion the right way to go that's how I viewed the movie on its theme. Javier Bardem and represents the manipulative tool and Zendaya is the opposite and the final battle between Austin Butler's character and Timothée Chalamet character was so intense, and to be honest, I didn't know which one to root forwork, for, i was trying to rule for Timothée Chalamet's character, but I realize that he is now mixed in and following the visions that he don't want to follow in Austin Butler's character was so entertaining to watch that I really want to see more of him but overall this was a fantastic movie and tell me that they're going to kill Timothée Chalamet's character in part three because I want to see some real good consequences since these visions are now explored and well executed and in my humble opinion, this is my movie year 9.5/10.
7/10
Dune 2 - Desert Rats v The Empire
joebloggscity9 March 2024
Dune Part Two is one that I feel will divide more people that some will admit. I thoroughly enjoyed the first part, and rewatched it a week ago before watching this sequel, and it was a great film that pushed the boundaries in what Cinema can do best on a big screen. Part Two follows that same pattern, and is mostly on part with it.

We have a continuation of sing our lead protagonist Paul out to fulfill his destiny is this Tatooine linke planet against the evil empire out to exploit the indigenous groups (like the unsubtly named Freman). He seeks revenge and to find himself, and clearly ther are Star Wars parallels as any fanboy of the sci-fi genre will bore about (Star Wars having been heavily influenced by the original Dune book).

It's incredible to look at, with the setting and effects brilliant. The action scenes keep you going without the need to just keep going on forever trying to outdo each scene each time.

The issue was though that most of the time, I'll admit I didn't have a clue what was going on! The exposition was difficult to understand if done, and the conversations were often hard to follow. I wasn't convinced by Timothee Chalamet as a revolutionary leader, but he is a fine actress. I thought Rebecca Ferguson stole the show for me, and I loved the cameo roles by Charlotte Rampling and Dave Bautista.

This is definitely one for sci-fi devotees. For me? Well, I still enjoyed it and would recommend it but I get he feeling there will be many others who won't feel invested in it, but it's worth giving it a try.
10/10
Dune: Part Two - The Case for Cinematic Experiences Remaining in Theaters
ccorreia131428 February 2024
With the rise of streaming services and the quality of what is being put out from those platforms, it is most important if you are a fan of cinema to experience this movie in the next few weeks, potentially multiple times. Denis Villeneuve has accomplished a great task of bringing Dune to the big screen! The second part of the adaptation has only improved on the world building and visuals from the first. The story is rich and fast paced while not devolving into a convoluted and confusing mess. A few standouts of the story besides the obvious Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya were Javier Bardem and Rebecca Ferguson. The movie left we wanting for more, even after its almost 3 hour runtime. If you want quality films to continue being made, Dune: Part Two is the film that will cement your admiration of this medium.
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10/10
Perfection as a movie
alitheperfectaritra7 March 2024
The movie is an absolute perfection.

The story is super interesting. Director did an amazing job with this movie. The CGI is as real as it can get. The sound and music production is top notch.

The cast did amazing job with the acting. The way the protagonist changes his approach and attitude just gave me goosebumps. The CGI was top notch. Saw it in IMAX and it was totally worth it.

There is only some places where I felt that the story telling was a bit missed. How the protagonist raised to power and everyone's involvement in it was a little bit hazy. It felt like it all happened very fast and chances are you wont even notice it.

But anyway totally worth it and 100% recommend.
10/10
Finally a fantastic movie
etiennelapointe-0952812 March 2024
This movie is absolutely breathtaking from start to finish, the character development is incredible. The depth of the movie is fantastic, you can feel like you are part of something big and you can see the power of words. Plenty of great references to human history. Denis Villeneuve is building a great legacy. This trilogy will probably beat lord of the ring as the best trilogy ever made. The only bad thing about this movie is that now we need to wait to see the third one. Hopefully this box office success will change Denis Villeneuve mind on waiting a while to produce the third one and decide to go on the project right away.
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5/10
Less answers, more questions
hydralien23 March 2024
To me personally, the 2nd part felt like a lot more things went just briefly mentioned or not described at all than in the 1st part - and the first part was no Wikipedia, either. A lot of things were presented as just "so it should happen... and then it happened", with either briefly touching on how, exactly - or not touching it at all. So character motivation, backstory, insights and changes or direction all went pretty much unexplained - I've read the book many years ago so I only vaguely recall the why's, so good luck to those not familiar with source material...

Actors are all doing a great job (apart from, surprisingly, Christopher Walken - it felt like there could have been pretty much anyone in his place), and the visuals and sound are amazing - bit the story coherence is, alas, severely lacking.
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10/10
What a masterpeace
eftihispyr9 March 2024
I saw this movie on cinema yesterday and the only thing I have to say is what an impressive movie. It must be one of the best sci Fi movies I have ever seen. It reminds.e of the original star wars and it might be a bit better than episode 4 and 6 not from 5. Every actor gives his life for his role. I m sure that all of them were in love with their roles. What can I say for the sound design. It was amazing. I thought that I was in the buttle. The scenario was amazing but I didn't really like the end but it's ok. Lastly for those who want to see the movie I suggest you first to see the dune part one and then this because you will understand more things .
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5/10
Disappointed.
neacorp24 March 2024
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A unique art project, but a very boring one compared to what was before.

The troop antigravity implementation is an improvement.

But all that was as gone as quick as it came.

And its all brown and desaturated. Everyones armor looks almost the same.

Half the movie is just elvish and subtitles. Even Rings of Power knew how dumb this is.

The shields are literal story based plot armor.

Nobody mentioned or shown shields going nuclear from lasers. Someone gave freemen heavy laser cannons they could safely nuke ornithopters from miles away IF THEY TRIED.

There are way too many shield penetrating attacks. If a grenade gets caught between layers, it resonates through. In the final battle a guided rocket takes out one ornithoper no problem. In Dune 2021 a battleship tried blowing up Dunkins ornithopter with a laser.

The freemen used to be hit and run master ambushers. Here they are dumb enough to fight all at once out in the open under a gunship. Their handguns are never to be seen again. Snipers only used ONCE at the start of the film.

No Geiger. No Jodorowsky. No oversaturation, wacky outfits, or over the top acting. No Harconen home world. No navigators. No pugs. No iX, Tailaxu, Ordos, and even a wiff of any of the other great houses.

Just NASA spacesuits for high fashion.

Harkonen are just a skinhead rally in black and white. They have cool creature designs and desert uniforms, but they are set dressing for the sake of weirdness.

The flat pyramid architecture of Atradis base last film was neet, but the final battle zone is just a ball over a cone.

Christopher Walkin did ok for the role. But he is no The Foundation grand powerhouse in blue emperor trio. Nor is he a strategist Dune Emperor clad in black and gold from 1984. Even the 2000s TV series Emperor wore white extravagant gold, white and purple. Cristopher Walkin is just chrome.

The Harkonen badguy trio all died unclimacticaly.

The emperor just gets stabbed. His assassin little girl was never born. He never flew away like a balloon into a sandworms mouth. Just stabbed in the neck having fallen out of his life support medical bed.

The final duel teased at breaking free of fate, and letting Harkonen win. Instead it ends as always.

And it could have been avoided if they used a full ball for their global command, instead of a halfsphere.

At least it wont be as pretentious like Rebel Moon 2 will be... But I will not be rewatching ether of these films.
1/10
Absurd seems to be the new black
pedrovelazquezdiaz3 March 2024
I had big expectations for part one. I was quite disappointed. After the whole marketing and hype I thought part two must be better. I like the work of Villeneuve, and I wanted to like this, but there is so much nonsense about everything! Taming and riding ridicously huge monsters just by holding two "anchors" describe the dimension of this pseudo fantasy quite well. I felt sick after over two hours of extreme close ups in IMAX. It was so much visions and dreams and profecies. Not even the showdown was a real one. Not really a big battle, only the word "grandfather". The acting of Bautista, Buttler, Bardem and Zendaya was painful to me. Those were long, tedious 150 minutes for me. 9 on the IMDB? How is it possible?
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10/10
Near Perfect
shuvo-waterloo28 February 2024
Denis Villeneuve has set a new standard for how Sci Fi movies should be adapted and directed. There are few things to nitpick. Mostly to do with timeline and character transition. But when you understand it is being adapted to screen, it is near impossible to show a timeline which happens over few years. The art design, cinematography, vfx will set new gold standards. The cast and acting was stellar with a sprinkle of humour from Javier Bardem. Austin Butler, Florence Pugh and Christopher Walken all were stellar as the new characters. Caught it at the Sunday Fan First Premiere. Going for a 2nd showing on March 1st at IMAX 70MM.
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10/10
Stunning! Absolutely gorgeous! MUST SEE!
joesgrimo3 March 2024
Dune Part II was a cinematic masterpiece meant for the big screen. Timothee Chalamet did amazing in his transformation to a believable bad***. Zendaya made an amazing duo with Chalamet. Such a star-studded cast, and the performances were universally good. The pacing was engaging, the feelings were palpable, and the whole theatre was in rapture. You could hear a pin drop in certain scenes, and there was resounding laughter in other scenes. And don't even get me started talking about the musical score! The music (and sometimes lack thereof) is so well paired and timed. This is a MUST SEE film. I will definitely be rewatching for years to come. I cannot wait for part III to come out!
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9/10
Dune 2
FKDZ16 March 2024
Dune 2, a step up in almost every way from the first part, the second installment of this series once again exceeds expectations. Now with a bit more of the emotional pull the first movie might've been missing a bit. This is a must watch for any fantasy sci-fi fan.

Whilst Dune 1 was for the most part a lot of learning and set up in terms of getting the viewer to understand the world they're in. Dune 2 delves deeper into the society that surrounds it's main planet. And dives deeper into the main characters story and future. It is still heavy on the introductions of new things, and it never seems to stop adding moving parts to expand the world we're in. Dune 2 focuses more on character and the more human elements, whilst still giving plenty of action and lore. It's a mesmerizing spectacle. And that mostly due to the masterful directing. This series is becoming Villeneuve's magnum opus, and it has every right to be.

If anything, both movies have been a masterclass in directing, pacing and composition. It borders on every frame a painting territory but doesn't dwell and needing to feel pretty. It's stylized just enough to plant you in a unique world unlike anything else I've seen in a while. It does so at a LOTR/Star Wars level, that's impressive. I've made the comparison to Star Wars with the first movie but we've definitely veered off that feeling, it's becoming it's own thing now and all the better for it. The underlying themes are still present, here being religion and devotion. And allows for some extra reflection which is nice.

Acting is once again phenomenal, I already knew the main cast is incredible, and the newly added cast is just as good. That said, the casting. Specifically for the Emperor, I found lacking, neither did the accent fit in the world nor did it feel like a strong enough character to hold that position. It is the only casting I felt that was out of place. Even though I like Walken as a actor, like recently in Severance where he was great. I don't think he works here though. That said it's not present in a significant amount of the movie to really annoy me enough or degrade the experience.

The music, again. Incredible, the main theme is just so good and used surprisingly sparingly in full force. I do need to watch both movies again to really refresh myself on this.

And yeah, these movies deserve a second viewing. Though the best option is to see it in a nice theater with proper sound. Because then it becomes a ride you don't want to ever end. It took me a few minutes to get back into it, but halfway through I just wanted it to last forever.

Being said, as much as Dune 1 felt like a big set-up, Dune 2 follows the same thread, but feels more coherent as a singular movie. The risk of all these open ends is the future, and if they can hold this standard of quality.

All in all, this is what makes theaters worth visiting again and pay the current day premium for overpriced seats, drinks and popcorn.
10/10
I love it
mqwpqyg3 March 2024
I'm just delighted. Sitting in the cinema, I breathed every other time so as not to accidentally miss a scene, I lived with the characters every moment, I cried and exhaled. I will not exaggerate when I say that for me it is a masterpiece that I want to see again and again and again. So the director departed from the canon, the life of the Freemen is not revealed as in the book, but it is Herbert. In my opinion, Villeneuve did everything he could and did it beautifully. As for my favorite actors, Butler is the best for me, to portray Faith Rauta like that, I have gold in my limbs from his cruelty and charisma, it's incredible. The audio work is colossal. Maestro at his height.
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10/10
I still cant process what i just saw
thijsborgman2 March 2024
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Dune Part Two masterfully continues the epic saga, seamlessly blending spectacle with profound storytelling. Denis Villeneuve's direction remains impeccable, capturing the essence of Frank Herbert's universe. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides deepens, navigating complexities with skill. The visuals astound, matched by Hans Zimmer's evocative score. A gripping sequel that elevates the sci-fi genre. And personally I can't wait three more years for part three, because this could be my favorite movie ever. One thing is absolutely sure. Dune part two is a better movie than the empire strikes back.
10/10
Power over spice is power over all
vlagun29 February 2024
And the power of a brilliant second part is the power to create the best trilogy ever. This film surprised me in ways I didn't think were possible after the first one.

The sound design really stands out and creates with the ever-brilliant music of Hans Zimmer the best audio atmosphere I ever experienced. The stunning landscapes and the visually beautiful effects even got better than the first film which many critics also highly praised back then for the effects. Top-notch visuals also in all the fighting scenes, being it explosions or hand-to-hand combat.

The way the story is presented felt a bit unusual but the more I think about it, I think that it is the right way to make the film appear as boring. You have to carefully watch and listen to every dialogue or even every line. Otherwise you can miss important information and can become a bit confused later. Lots of deep dives into Fremmen culture and believes. For this reason I highly recommend to watch the first film shortly before.

The cast that presents this story part is brilliantly chosen and each and everyone delivers. Timothée Chalamet and Javier Bardem stood out which harmonizes very well with the development of their respective characters.

Can't say how amazed I was by every aspect of this film. Maybe the best sci-fi film in the last decade and if Messiah (Part 3) is just as good as this we have the best trilogy ever created in film history.
10/10
This is what we want - Absolutely Perfect
BruceXuantong2 March 2024
No spoilers here: I walked out of the cinema just under an hour ago, and I am writing this while it is still fresh.

Disclosure: As a reader of the original material, I am biased.

This is without a doubt the best film I have ever seen, the score is absolutely phenomenal (Thanks Zimmer) and Villeneuve created an expansive and engaging experience, there were times that I simply couldn't comprehend the effects: although at times the CG did glare it's head.

Obviously I haven't seen it back to back with the previous film, yet, but when I have the opportunity I will definitely savour it.

Would I recommend, yes. Yes I would, if you enjoyed the first film, books or even Sci-Fi generally. The plot was well written and well executed. Can't wait for the next instalment.
10/10
Bear Witness to the Movie of the Year (and Next Five).
danielbeckerthegamer4 March 2024
First off, Dune Part Two does justice to Frank Herbert's visions when he authored the book. The complex thoughts and writing from the novel is carried out beautifully as the story switches out between separate planets and settings, and ultimately creating different cinematic experiences every half hour or so.

Focusing less on comparisons around the book, Dune Part Two feels unique to the first movie. Regarding their similarities of how Part Two upscales everything that Part One did right (and removed EVERY criticism I had with it), the pacing of Dune Part Two is crafted excellently.

Each arc in the story is written and filmed like a Greek Epic, with Timothée Chalamet being your Heracles. Simple dialogues will distract you with beautiful sunsets and brutal battles immerse you with the sense of victory or the pain of loss.

I especially was a fan of Austin Butler's performance as one of antagonists and his acting was downright horrific at times, when mere logic causes an advisor to have his throat slit due to Feyd's psychotic tendencies.

Chalamet stepping up as a leader in his Hero's Journey is a transcendent experience, as he quickly transforms from bland, intelligent, and strong rich kid to a planning politician with a guide to his goals within his mind. Overall, Paul Atreidus becomes an actually interesting character.

This movie had some unintentional comedic moments. The Fremen's reaction to anything that Paul did made my near-entire theater laugh three times.

Already, this review is getting very long, but props to Hans Zimmer for creating yet another majestic score for a movie.

That's not all I have to say, but you get the picture.
10/10
A Masterpiece movie
prccbhnrp2 March 2024
The most beautiful cinematic work so far. It will be a wonderful series of Dune films, comparable in splendor to the other series of films. History will remember this wonderful work. The director presented a cinematic masterpiece of photography, montage and audio. Wonderful work from the actors. Excellent performance. You immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the film from the first moment. A new world and high-quality visual effects. The script writing and storytelling are wonderful. We thank the filmmakers for this knowledge and we hope to complete the series as soon as possible.

Don't care about the poor ratings, the movie needs people who love this type of movie. Not many people liked it.
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10/10
Peak cinematography!
blizzcraft-755494 March 2024
One of those rare movies that takes you into the world it portrays...Absolutly amazing cast, effects, storytelling and pace..I hear alot of "critic" that its really slow in 1st 70% of movie, and thats a lie, movie starts real fast and never looms back. Personaly, Ausitn Butler stole the show, but in movie this good, its so hard just to take one component. I knew the story, I red the book, I seen the old Lync movie, and still this one went over all my expectations..Denis, thank you for this amazing work, this is true labor of love! This is how you do justice to source material! Now long wait for 3rd one!
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6/10
Wonderful cinematography but too long
arjsinga-706035 April 2024
Dune 1 was novel, captivating and you started to form a connection with the characters. Sadly, this was lost in Dune 2. Whilst the cinematography and music were excellent, there was a whiff of an Art Malik movie about this - style over substance. There were some brilliant scenes and moments.

However, the plot lacked direction, was not all that compelling, characters lacked development and depth and the film was just too long, such that it was a slight relief when it ended. Such a shame. I think it has been overrated. I would recommend watching it, but go when well rested and feeling patient...
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4/10
Nice pictures, big actor names, no content. A pity since Dune 1 was 10/10.
TheOvereducated7 March 2024
As unique and intriguing sci-fi Dune 1 was (10/10), Dune 2 was unfortunately a disappointment. It felt like a cheap copy of Dune 1. Dune 2 has shiny pictures, big actor names, yet no actual content.

There was almost nothing new, just a repetition of what we saw in Dune 1. The world, the story and the characters felt smaller. Seeing the same things (characters' actions, interactions, sceneries) again and again just made it boring. In the middle of the film I thought, I could leave right now and wouldn't care how the film ends. Did it have to be so long? There were a lot of insignificant scenes unrelated to each other that were too long (oh man and slow motion didn't help with that), while others related to character development were too short. It ended and not much of a story or character progress was made and nothing had stood out in my mind. Such a pity.

So many characters were badly developed. At one moment you see two characters still being in the same state they were in Dune 1 and at the next one they're deeply in love.

Why did they turn Bardem's character, a mysterious, strong and interesting character from Dune 1, into comic relief? Did we really need that?

(Too) late in the film we get introduced to Elvis, um sorry a bad guy - a totally generic character - and then we spend an oddly large amount of time just in the bad guy's world, where it feels as if a different film started in the middle of the actual one. Did they just randomly want to pay homage to "Gladiator"? Only Russell Crowe was missing from that scene sequence!

Lastly, they chose popular actors for small roles and cameos for no good reason. Was it for the hype? Christopher Walken's acting abilities were wasted. What did e.g. Taylor-Joy (The Queen's Gambit), Pugh (Oppenheimer) or Seydoux (No time to Die) bring to the table? Poor Seydoux, an actor I like, all her character's scenes were ridiculous, with the culmination being ******SPOILER****** her touching her belly after an implied sex scene and saying "The bloodline is secured."... I felt that the whole cinema wanted to laugh out loud with the ridiculousness of the scene!
8/10
An Epic installment portrayed on the big screen
saadanathan15 March 2024
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Dune: Part Two is a spectacular movie that comes in times where there are nearly no more great movies in Hollywood; While the industry is busy with random, dry content such as Marvel, DC and even Star Wars. Some creators manage to salvage a bit of honor left in the film and TV industry and create some epic movies and shows.

Either it be Nolan with Oppenheimer, Spielberg with Masters of the Air or even now, Villeneuve with Dune Part 2. It's good to know that some creators still have a certain passion and drive to make epic movies.

In my last review of Dune from 2021, I expressed my disappointment over the need of turning Dune into a new franchise. I still stand by that thought, A trilogy would have been good enough because with six books to cover it really bears the question - how long can this be going? How long till this franchise will be completely worn out?

I feel at this point that complementing the Visual Affects is an obvious statement, for such a grandiose movie the VFX will most certainly be at a high level.

Greig Fraser is the one to thank for the crazy photography, there is nothing to compare between this and a Disney or Marvel movie.

In terms of casting, among all the characters Paul was my favorite. Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) to me kind of redefines the title "the chosen one." He is powerful and a born leader, with plenty of followers by his side. I haven't been this invested in a "chosen one" character since the prequal trilogy with Anakin Skywalker.

Which is why I believe we could see in the third film a major downfall to his character, a tragedy to come. It's like the old saying: "you either die a hero, or live long enough to see yourself become the villain." Chani (Zendaya) is not much of a interesting character, sure I might be missing something that others can point out to me. But story and plot speaking she doesn't deliver much. Which is why it felt weird for me to end the movie with her fleeing the scene.

Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) felt like an interesting villain, not the most worthy opponent to Paul. But still had some potential. If the movie had done more to dive into his character, I believe he could have been great for the rest of the franchise.

To summarize, as much as I want to be invested in the story world of Dune. I don't understand the need to turn it into an entire new franchise. Sure, there are many reasons such as money and marketing. And yet still I don't know what to make out of it. I rather enjoy the movies as they are.
10/10
A masterpiece
karimkamil3 March 2024
Cinematography: the movie has the best cinematography ever created transiding its time and the director Denis Villeneuve paid attention to every detail and frame of this masterpiece

Sound effects and soundtrack : it's absolutely stunning and match the cinematography and dialogue in a very chemical way

Acting : coming from a very talented cast. They absolutely did their best especially Austin butler, timothee chalamet and Rebecca Ferguson.

Flow of events : the flow was perfect from very slow paced scenes to medium paced scenes to even fast paced scenes in fights.

Script : the script had a very deep lines and conversations and matches every other aspects of the movie

Story : the story is based on frank Herbert's first book dune and it's absolutely amazing considering that there are many other details that were not mentioned in the movies

Directing : Denis Villeneuve did his absolute best and paid attention to every aspect and detail to a fascinating level. And he is without doubt one of the best directors alive.

Generally the movie was very good and it will be a landmark in the cinema industry and 2020s decade like the lord of the rings in 2000s and star wars earlier and I advice anyone to watch this masterpiece on the biggest screen possible.
10/10
It was spectacular
bronsonrenae3 March 2024
This movie was seriously so spectacular! From Denis's direction, to the cinematography, to the performances... spectacular. I thought this was a huge step up from the first movie, and I actually quite enjoyed the first one.

The movie was long, but I didn't feel like there were any boring moments. Also, the movie never held your hand when it came to the storytelling. There weren't any huge exposition dumps and even though there were moments of confusion, as I watched further on, my confusion dwindled because I started to put the pieces together and was able to understand. So with that said, I think this movie was a very well written movie.

Honestly, this movie feels like it's on the same epic scale of The Lord of the Rings movies for this "era".

I really enjoyed this installment and I'm excited for part 3! (Zendaya did a phenomenal job and so did Florence Pugh!)
10/10
A spectacle of Cinema!
caseyanthems7 March 2024
The entire film gave me what I was looking for. The cinematography, lighting, special effects, sound, directing, and more, were all exceedingly good. I know that I liked this film more than part 1; however, it has enticed me to go back and watch the first again. That is what a good movie should do. If you go watch this film, please take special consideration of Paul. His character develops so amazingly. It is especially present at the end of the film. We will understand more how impactful he is. There were three themes that stuck out to me the most. Multiculturalism, Selfishness, and Revenge. These are all strong Themes.
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6/10
Lacklustre
kylescott-498302 March 2024
I'm not sure why I see all these posts calling for dune part 2 to be a masterpiece. Certainly it has the casting and production value to be great but upon watching it is such a let down compared to the first. As a director I love Denis Villeneuve but I feel like he's squandering his directorial might on dune. You can't just have amazing scenery and soundtrack without plot and scriptwriting to back it up which it does not. To me this is another indication that Hollywood has lost its way trending towards visuals over plot. I'm intrigued as to how they plan to salvage the franchise with part 3 but I think film enthusiasts need to be sceptical. How does a movie so lack lustre get such great reviews, review's that were better than the first? Are critics being paid off or are they brainwashed. Doesn't make much sense to me.
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10/10
Wow - Such a Brilliant movie, even better than the first
robin_sayer1 April 2024
I was put off by the trailers, long views of sand dunes.

And while I remember loving the first one, I cant quite put my finder on why. So I was blown away when I just happened to be next to a cinema with a showing in 30 minutes and I didn't even realise it was imax until I got in and sat down.

It was an absolute beautifully made film, people who so obviously love the books - and for my money its even better than the first one.

While I was watching it, I was thinking 'this is grown up' and what I was thinking, was not that this isn't a move suitable for kids - I was thinking this is a movie that is all in, it didnt try to pander to the sci-fi movie lover in all of us, it keeps Dune where it is in the book, and it did that by absolute immersion in things like scale, costume, set design, sound, detail.

There were so many times while watching Dune Part Two - that you were just awed by the momentousness and scale of the scenes.

I wont spoil which scenes were like that - but I'm sure people can imagine.

I completely forgot that it was 3 hours long, but what I just witnessed was art, creativity, story masterfully rendered.
10/10
Dune 2 saves the best for last
bosrik-954758 March 2024
This movie does so many things right. I don't even know where to start. Atmosphere, costumes, acting, lighting, music, tension build up and the list goes on. If you like the genre even a little bit it's an absolute must see.

The story is interesting and original. It's a combination of intrige, philosophy, culture, sci-fi, and religion in a futuristic feudal setting and surprises you from time to time. I have not read the books so I don't know if the film follows the original story closely, but it worked perfect for me anyway.

I loved every second of the movie but was completely blown away by the last hour.
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10/10
Peak Cinematic Expirience
nshdhckv4 March 2024
This Movie is something really special. Of course it is a strange Journey on strange planets, but there is so much humanity and exestentialism involved, it becomes a very universal story.

This Story, the score and the cinemateography is pure poetry from beginning to end. Denis Villeneuve stepped up his craft in a major way, exceeding already enormous expextations and creating Images no one has ever seen. It is a landmark in movie making that has to be experienced in a cinema.

The cast gives amazing performances, but Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Austin Butler are the stand outs of the movie.

10/10.
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9/10
Denis Villeneuve's Sci-Fi epic of gargantuan proportions.
An improvement upon it's predecessor in every conceivable way, Dune: Part 2 is an awe-inspiring cinematic experience that deserves to be seen on the biggest screen possible.

Denis Villeneuve continues to assert a steadfast command over crafting gorgeous, thought-provoking sci-fi epics. Cinematographer Greig Fraiser continues to impress (after Dune, The Batman and The Creator), capturing breathtaking wide shots of the great sand sea that is Arrakis.

The ensemble cast deliver top-notch performances. Particularly impressive are Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica and Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, Javier Bardem is a welcome comedic relief as Stilgar and Timothee Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides feels organic, a given the character's increased complexity in the sequel.

Denis Villeneuve masterfully expands the world of Arrakis, placing greater emphasis on the characters rather than elaborate sci-fi set pieces. The exploration of the Fremen, their cultures and religious beliefs adds a sense of depth and tangibility to the world. The interpersonal relationships serve as crucial plot elements, imbuing the characters with relatability. This leads to a sense of satisfaction during the enthralling climax.

Dune: Part 2 is a true cinematic experience in every sense of the word. It has an engaging plot, relatable characters and fantastic set-pieces, and barring certain rushed story elements in the final act, it delivers the promises established in Part 1.
4/10
Felt like an endless 90s MTV video clip
fernandovieiramachado27 March 2024
Midway through I felt like leaving the theater. Boring white savior narrative, anachronic propaganda-like film. Endless. I was bored all the way through.

So many twists to get even more boring at each turn. Slow motion overdose and excess mythic parafernalia to cover the poorly structured sequence of events.

Meant to be an epic. Fails to deliver even the most basic aspects of an otherwise ok story. Everything that was built up in part 1 crashes down hard in part 2. New characters get tossed up and down to be pointless decoys. The main characters arcs failed in the most Daenerys way possible.

I'm not looking forward for a part 3. I sincerely hope it gets cancelled and redone in a better way in the future. But it won't. And post 3 will be even more of a failure.
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7/10
Nailed everything but music missed the vibe of the book
vovazg1 March 2024
This is not going to be a popular review but I'm writing as someone who has read the book, is a fan of Villeneuve's work and couldn't wait for part 1. And even more part 2. To arrive. After watching the first movie I understood that those who had never read the book didn't get to appreciate how perfect job Denis Villeneuve had done, but fortunately many did, me among them, as it laid the path for the second part to unveil in it's glory. And in so many ways it did. Before I went to see this movie I've read the first reviews, especially the usually critical ones from the book fans and couldn't understand why're they always so picky, especially for Villeneuve, even if the movie in some of its parts strays away from the book. Never had that kind of critical view on the book adaptations as I understood that the directors job, freedom and subsequently risk is to choose a path and express their artistic interpretation. After viewing the second instalment I still don't see any bad things about how this movie was made regardless of it's differences from the book. It doesn't lose anything from the Dune story at all. Everything about this movie is top of the tops. Except one thing. My critical point about the second part of the Dune movie is the one of the most praised things in all the reviews. The musical score from the music grand master Hans Zimmer. Everyone praised it but I found way over the top, completely missed and messed up the whole vibe. Basically from the start this music and it's effects immerse you in extremely fearful and dark vibe sound pool that never leaves this 166min instalment. There are couple of times that the music atmosphere went to a calmer side but this was like ugly vibes all over the place, regardless who's in the scene... it was a constant. My take is that classic mixing the atmospheric sounds depending on the side showing would make it definitely better because the book doesn't have that evil vibe all the time at all. The book is a clear fight of good and evil and there are many divine or spiritual moments opposing the darkness in the book that emphasize that fight, light against the dark. Even prana the yogic life force of God (from vedic culture) is mentioned in the book. Among these sound effects that were shaking the whole hall, it was hard to swallow the voice of Lisan Al Gaib's demonic voice (as well as his mother) when he became one with everything, enhanced with a cruise ship subwoofer sound effect. That being said, Timothee Chalamet is not the best pick for the role, just can't see the charisma of Paul with his skinny appearance and face, standing tough like Ronaldo before taking the freekick. Paul should have eyes that speak everything and this Italian teenager lookalike, although good, just felt flat like he's trying to hard. Zendaya surprisingly great, constantly amazing Rebecca Ferguson has that charisma of stealing the screen presence and two best roles Josh Brolin and Javier Bardem made the center of the bullseye. Movie has the perfect scenery. Really everything is spot on but the music vibe kinda ruined it for me. That's not to say that mr. Hans Zimmer made a bad product, he did masterfully as always. But compared to the book it's too extreme, too dark or evil and missing the vibe of the story, in my humble opinion. I can see that dark things excite a lot of people today and so this music score is not a surprise in that way. But not for me. Another note, the media critics are writing about this movie grandiosity by comparing it to the Lord of the rings. Love and respect both but Dune doesn't come even close to LOTR masterpiece trilogy. This is another one of their empty, sensationalistic exaggerations.
7/10
Rushed, incoherent, pot gaps, nope nope nope
alexandra-selaru10 March 2024
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So dissapointed I was, I seriously thought of leaving half way through. At times it progressed very slow, then it started to rush too much, some scenes were cringe and badly written (for instance Drax's big revenge moment), Paul and his mother suddenly seemed to turn evil without much explanation. I found it to be incosistent and incoherent..a bit boring (mind you i am a huge fan of the genre and I thought Timothy and Zendaya were great). It gets a 7 from me only for the cgi, video editing etc & the cool worm riding moments (best thing about this movie) and awesome cast. Btw, dis anyone else notice how pointless the fight scenes were? There was no tension, Paul and the freemen had the upperhand each time, hands down..
10/10
'Sanding' ovation 👏
rsdxsnfjp5 March 2024
Dune Part 2 delivers a sandstorm of epic proportions, continuing the journey of Paul Atreides in a visually stunning and thrilling sequel. The desert landscapes are breathtaking, the sandworms are terrifyingly majestic and unlike other recent blockbusters, humour is subtly woven into the narrative.

Although there were the necessary details book omitted, from the process of crafting something from a page onto a screen, it didn't feel like it was missing any character depth, especially from the key players.

As the Bene Gesserit saying goes, "I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer." and Director Denis Villeneuve wasn't afraid of taking on this second half of this story. He masterfully crafts a world that is both familiar and alien, drawing viewers deeper into the intricate web of politics, power and prophecy. Dune Part 2 is a mesmerizing cinematic experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating the next instalment.
10/10
A Masterpiece
johssd2 March 2024
In a decade of great despair for blockbusters, this story shines through

Some movies pave way for a new standard. This one with the story, the insane visual effects, and the activating music behind it all.

This movie and part 1 both did something even Oppenheimer and similar could not. They made you stare at the explosions in satisfaction and full of nerves.

This is a trilogy of means we have yet to see. Its the beauty of Interstellar and Inception, but in the form of a trilogy, with even greater use of the cinema as a artform.

A movie where 3+ characters are worthy of actor of the decade. Where we see characters from all sides of emotions, some guided by belief, some by fear, some by heart, and some by hatred.

This is on good way of becoming the best trilogy to exist.

Where part 1 came short because of its nature as a pilot movie, this has gone beyond. Only Dune: Messiah will seal the fate of this trilogy.
10/10
A MASTERPIECE
glenar52 March 2024
I just watched it at the Cinema and it was breathtaking, one of the best movies I've ever seen in theatre. Great acting, great story, great graphics, the music was beautiful, the fighting techniques, everything was on point. There's no part that is out of touch, nothing. I loved the first one and I was hyped for the second ( sometimes being too hyped results in dissapointment), but it was even better, it exceeded my expectations. I think this is Villenueve's best movie ever. I loved the development of the main charachter. I am waiting for the 3-rd which will complete this astonishing triology, I hope it will be as fantastic as DUNE PART 2.
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10/10
Everyone's magnum opus
jacksongaming-8009429 February 2024
23/7/23 - When the credits rolled on Oppenheimer, I found myself in an ironic melancholy as the thought settled - "I may not see something as great as this for years to come."

Well Denis Villeneuve said "Lmao bet", cuz mark my words - In the near future, Dune 2 will be not only be helmed as an exceptional sequel, but also one of the greatest films of all time.

Dune 2 is the epitome of "epic," a convergence of the best minds in the industry crafting a timeless masterpiece.

While commendations will rightfully pour in for the compelling narrative, stellar acting, captivating cinematography, and flawless CGI, I wanna shed some limelight on the soundscape of the film - it's unsung hero.

Hans Zimmer, a maestro in scoring legendary fillms for north of five decades, delivers what may be his magnum opus. This film will fall flat without the grandeur of its score, which heightens each scene to orgasmic proportions. The amount of artistry that went bend this production is unfathomable. An achievement in cinema.

Every penny invested in this experience is worthwhile. Films of such caliber emerge once in a decade, so do yourself a favour and make your purse a bit thinner to experience it in IMAX - not for the sake of extravagance, but because Denis Villeneuve envisioned this cinematic marvel to be savored in that format. This isn't a film to be casually torrented and watched at home.
7/10
Not as good as people are saying.
johnwills2 March 2024
I've been looking forward to this movie, However, I've just watched it and was disappointed at how long and drawn out it was. The first movie was much better, we had a number of people walk out before this movie finished.

I can't see how you can possibly give this movie a 10 out of 10. The visuals were good, but it was seriously lacking in action.

If you were a fan of the first movie it is worth going to see just to get closure on the story line. It had a lot more potential to be entertaining, but for me it just didn't deliver. It's a shame, the world that was built in the first movie was interesting and I thought I'd love part 2, but sadly didn't.
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10/10
An intriguing cinematic journey
roankirkwood-586277 March 2024
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There is no doubt about it that this will win all the Oscar's . It's a beauty to watch with its large scale environments and colossal structures . The story is authentic to the book and holds a more engaging factor than the first movie . This is really meant to watch on the big screen ! . The acting is good , but clearly not the main focus of the movie .

Considering this is a 2 and a half hour film it doesn't fail to grab your attention. It includes many sharp yet simple colour schemes , many or most being grays blacks and browns .

MILD SPOILERS AHEAD !!

Anyone who has seen the 1984 dune and this one too will know how good of a job they have done with Fayd Rautha . Austin butler has done a supreme job at portraying this brutally damaged being . He emits the emotions as if HE is Fayd . Rautha creates an instant creepy aura as soon as he steps into a scene . Although his screen time is short, it's used to the fullest of its potential, capturing raw anger , lust and fear.

A conclusion to this vague review is that you should watch the movie , at the biggest cinema / movie theatre you can find , hell , watch it in 4dx if you want . Eather way you will be blown away . Doesn't matter if you are a horror connoisseur, action enjoyer or an anticipation ridden thriller fan , there will be at least 30 minutes of this film you wil watch in awe .

If you have had the courtesy to read this whole review , THANK YOU. I am no movie critic or headline writer , just a teenager who likes to write . And today you were lucky I was bored before I went to sleep . BYYEEEE

PS . Sorry for any spelling mistakes or for using words in the wrong context .
8/10
Solid sequel, but still need some explaining
RegalsReelView14 March 2024
Paul and his mother have managed to earn the protection of the desert people. Some believe Paul to be the prophecy's messiah, while others do not trust him. Paul must earn their trust and become one of them to exact his revenge. He learns the way of the desert, amasses a following, develops his abilities, and prepares to do what is necessary.

This sequel picks up where the first movie leaves off and is full of mysticism, political drama, and war. The story unfolds a bit more, shedding light on some aspects of the first movie. Unfortunately, some elements of the film are still not completely clear. The visual effects and sound make this film worth watching on a premium screen. The movie has a long runtime but gets to the point and keeps moving. This is a must-see movie if you are a fan of the original, the novel, or sci-fi.
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5/10
Boring and overrated
xukcomic20 March 2024
I'm sorry, but despite all the hype, Villeneuve has made just two long boring movies, with flat. Cold characters that never make you get involved or to care for what they are doing. Soundtrack is just a lot of noise trying to overwhelm you, but also extremely boring and often annoying, what a waste, they could have helped to make every scene more moving. It only makes sense for the Harkonnen world, that is supposed to be disgusting. The visuals are quite great for the Harkonnen, obviously drinking from Giger's ideas, which is good, since he was the one involved in Jodorowsky's Dune for this matter. Even the worms are not so impressive and have a flat-worm "personality" sorry for the bad joke. I guess CGI is also making everything more flat, grey, and false. I think Javier Bardem's performance is one of the few things that gives a little authenticity to the story. Amazingly enough, I probably would prefer Lynch's Dune, if they released his original 5 hours cut.
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10/10
Mindblowing, epic journey of life and death
alexmarinov-594036 March 2024
Trully an amazing cinematic experience, which now is for sure cemented in the pantheon of greats, alongside Lord of the Rings, The Matrix, Star Wars and Indiana Jones.

The whole journey was captivating, exhilarating, beautiful, sad, epic, great and most of all POWERFULL.

I expected a cinematic masterpiece from Denis Villeneuve, as I have been following his work for some time now (see Sicario, Arrival, Blade Runner 2049 and of course Dune P1), but honestly, this is his best thus far. Trully he is a master of the Sci-Fi, and the love and attention to detail is what makes a difference.

This style of filmmaking is sorely missing nowadays, due to studio interference and political messaging, so when a brilliant director creates an epic, grand, mesmerizing odyssey such as this, you will definitely remember it long after the movie credits are over.

Thank God there are still directors how appreciate and love the Art of Filmmaking. Guys such as Nolan, Villeneuve, Robert Eggers and others, still show that the magic of moviemaking is alive and well, and able to give us that special kind of feeling when you see something truly remarkable and special.

Nothing specific to say about Dune 2, which has not been already said in other forums and forms.

Just go out and see it. See it several times even. This is a cultural moment, which you will tell your children one day - I was alive and in the cinema when Villeneuve created Dune!
10/10
A future cinema classic
murilom3rn28 March 2024
The perfect sequel to a film that sets the stage for the second part. "Dune 2" brings religious and political parallels that allow for a profound reflection on our own society. The cinematography, soundtrack, screenplay, and acting performances are simply impeccable. I feel that each frame of this film could be used as a photograph in a museum. The fascinating and exceptional soundtrack, combined with the splendid cinematography, immerse me so deeply that I feel like I'm on Arrakis. The well-crafted screenplay ties up loose ends and continues the story in a natural and captivating way, thrilling the viewer with each passing minute. The performances of everyone involved are brilliant, with special mention to the young actor Timothée Chalamet, who portrayed an incredible role as Paul Atreides with his authoritative voice and leadership demeanor persuading everyone, including viewers. There is simply nothing to complain about in this second film; it embodies cinema at its core. "Dune 2" is one of the most formidable cinematic experiences of the last decades and will forever be one of the best experiences for a lover of good films. It will surely become a benchmark for sci-fi/fiction and for creating an excellent masterpiece. "Dune 2" is absolute cinema.
8/10
Epic that delivers
gavinp92 March 2024
'Dune: Part Two' comes 2.5 years after the first film, and hopefully a final film to make it a trilogy in 3-4 years. It picks up pretty much straight after the first film, with Paul (Chalamet) and his mum Jessica (Ferguson) being shown how to live in the Arrakis desert by the Fremen, particularly Chani (Zendaya) and Stilgar (Bardem). There they continue to fight a guerrilla war against the Harkonnen.

To go along with the 'big bad bald' Baron (Skarsgard), we get his two nephews - the angry Beast (Bautista) and the psychotic Feyd-Rautha (Butler), who has a big role to play in the final act. We also get introduced to those pulling galactic strings from another planet, the Emperor (Walken) and his daughter, Princess Irulan (Pugh). There's a few chess pieces in play, but even though it goes for 2 hour 40min, the pacing is generally quite fast and everything really comes together at the end, with Paul embracing his "messiah" role.

I'll need to rewatch this, but it's certainly up there with some of the best sci-fi films - better than the first film, and certainly an excellent sequel, similar to 'The Empire Strikes Back'. The cinematography, costumes, score (or lack of in the final fight), set-design and CGI are all superb. It certainly makes it feel like you've witnessed something special and want to see what comes next.
4/10
Yawn yawn yawn
iwasspock3 March 2024
As usual with Villeneuve : brilliant scenery But that alone does not make a movie CGI and superheros are not enough to make a movie great .

Acting does , twists , unexpected scenes , captivating shots , thrills and a good script.

1 hour into this second part and I was already looking at my watch . Not a good sign.

This part 2was pretty boring .

Christopher Walken was pretty lame for being portraiting an Emperor.

Not alone him , but also the rest of cast with a few exceptions didn't do it for me .

Only Austin Butler came across as , finally someone to wake up to.

And then it seemed to me that a lot of scenes were cut since some scenes were left unexplained such as how did the Harkonnen get info on Paul his uprising .

Also : blue eyes , then no blue eyes , make your mind up.

The whole movie was also pretty dark , no HDR , no light at the end of the tunnel and a pretty stupid ending.
10/10
What the hell!! Never seen something like this!
ammarsxx11 March 2024
After seeing it twice now. This adaptation will go to history as the most craziest adaption ever made in film. Denis did not leave a room for me to feel what hasn't been adapted or even question the brilliant twist he did to the screenplay.

This work is treasure and we need to protect it. The amount of love put towards making this adaptation can be seen in this film. Amazing visuals, storytelling, acting, SOUND, score, cinematography and Rhythms. That thumper sound when it hits in IMAX is an experience I will never forget. The color contrast, the production design phenomenal!

This is what movies should look and feel like!
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4/10
Disappointing
martinrobertson30048210 March 2024
I wanted to like Dune part 2. I really did. But instead i have to be honest and say that i didnt think the movie was all that great, and is massively overhyped.

I felt like part one was all the buildup. So this one would be all the action. Especially as i watched the old 80's Dune a few days before. To start off with the positives. Most of the action is great. Austin Butler is also a positive as a creepy villian. But the way he just kind of shows up half way through and then doesn't do much till the finale. Is a strange choise. Especially when villians already setup in the last movie just kind of hang around.

Overall I was disappointed in the film because it was way too long and slow. The plot seemed all over the place, and i struggled to take the seriousness, the overuse of made up languages with subtitles, and the daft costumes seriously. Maybe i shouldn't have gone to see it after a 10 hour shift at my work. But i still felt underwhelmed with it after such buzz.
10/10
A near-perfect movie.
rocinante-421-3139281 March 2024
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Dune 2 is as good as an adaptation in film form can be. Casting, acting, world building, sound, cinematography, everything is great.

Timothée Chalamet and Rebecca Ferguson are the stars of the show and both perfectly deliver the transition to manipulative, unsympathetic characters. Compared to the first one where they are victims of betrayal and you feel for their loss, in this one you only feel sympathy for them until you realize the only reason is knowing the Harkonnen are so much worse. Paul is not a hero, something the first movie didn't make clear.

The rest of the cast is great. Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin and Stellan Skarsgard are great as usual. Dave Bautista has surprising range and seems to do his best work with Villeneuve on the helm. I'm seeing a lot of praise for Austin Butler and his performance was good, but not anything extraordinary. His character is a psychopath and doesn't leave much room for subtlety. Zendaya is good, but in the beginning it feels like she's replaying her character from Spider Man. She has only two modes, annoyed and concerned. She does much better on the second half. Christopher Walken is great, obviously, but it was distracting to cast such a well-known actor as a character that wasn't even shown before and who is very reserved and secluded by the very nature of his role.

The movie is almost 3 hours long and it didn't feel that much, but it had some minor pacing issues. It feels rushed at some points and I think it lacked some transition scenes. For instance, I wanted to see more transitions with spaceships in space, like we see once in the first one. They make the vast distances between planets clearer and increase the sense of isolation and remoteness of Arrakis. The movie doesn't really feel like an interplanetary epic. It feels like everything is happening very close.

I wish the role of spice was made clearer in the first one and it wasn't, so I was expecting that in this one and I was disappointed it was overlooked again. Without showing the navigators, their role and the transformations they go through, the spice feels more like a McGuffin than an integral part of the plot. I'm not a fan of the books but I know the navigators are really introduced only in Messiah. However, I think having an earlier hint of their role and the real importance of spice would make the stakes clearer, specially when we see Paul's visions about the future and his decision to go through with it, knowing what will happen.

Overall, its few minor flaws are due to things that are missing, and I'm sure Villeneuve had to make many hard decisions about what to leave out of the movie to keep the runtime reasonable.
10/10
Up there with best sci-fi epics of all time
wmtchk7 March 2024
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Dune Part Two delivers exceptional performances, with Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, and Austin Butler standing out. Timothée Chalamet shines, especially in the gripping third act. Visually stunning with flawless effects, the film boasts a grand scale reminiscent of sci-fi classics like Blade Runner, BR2049, Interstellar, T2, Aliens, and The Matrix. While the pacing felt slightly rushed towards the end, leaving the viewer yearning for more action, it's a testament to the engrossing narrative. The adaptation of Dune Messiah and potentially Children of Dune poses intriguing challenges, yet with Denis Villeneuve at the helm, expectations remain high. Overall, a captivating sci-fi epic deserving of a 9/10 rating.
9/10
Even better than the predecessor !
Batsy15014 March 2024
Approaching Dune 2 without any prior knowledge, except for having watched the first movie, turned out to be a cool move for me. The movie surprised me in many ways. Compared to the first one, I found this sequel more enjoyable, mainly because it felt faster-paced and more exciting.

While I admit the story might not have been as strong as the first movie, everything else was better. The visual effects were stunning, the sound design and soundtrack were phenomenal. The acting was just as good as in the first movie. Plus, this one had great action sequences, which was something missing in the first movie, and they were really well done.
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9/10
A Desert Epic
Someguy9510 March 2024
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Dune 2 presents everything a good modern adaptation of a Sci-Fi classic should be, Improving on the previous film.

The movie is faithfully adapted to the original capturing the religious and cultural turmoil, mixed in with political intrigue all being led through an action-packed core.

Every scene feels big and full of life. The Desert is all encompassing territory of the worms and the sun, with only isolated outcroppings serving as shelter. The Harkonen planet shows its system of fear and dominance through its perfect geometry, lack of individuality and overwhelming sun seeping all in black and white. The court of the emperor shows distinguished pomp and paradise (compared to the water starved Arrakas or brutalist Harkonnen).

Furthermore, the film is reenforced by Hans Zimmer's brilliant scoring with each scene feeling influential through sound mixing. Battles feel violent, landscapes feel barren, speeches are underscored to capture the hearts of thousands.

The characters and scenes are smartly written with both motives and cultures playing an important role. The Fremen are shown to be expertly adapted at desert life between water collection, sand walking and their abilities at worm riding. Yet, they are not uniform with the ever-present struggle of the weight of their faith and prophecies (which Lady Jessica and Paul will exploit). The Harkonen subside on a culture of fear and tyranny, where strength is found through power and where weakness is quickly snuffed out like a flame. This instills equal parts loyalty and treachery as engagement must be fanatical but advancement requires usurpation.

Even Paul and his mother show much change as they struggle between their identities (Atriedes vs Fremen vs Bene Gesserit vs Harkonen), their loyalties to both friends and families and to what their end goals may be. After all, who knows how much of the original Paul or Jessica remains after drinking the Water of Life and seeing much of life's secrets?

While at times half the dialogue feels like dramatic shouting it rarely feels to stall the story and instead feels like a support to the powerful scenes surrounding the speakers. Characters rarely require the need to tell what they think, rather showing it through loving tenderness or shocking brutality.

Ultimately the movie offers both an epic depiction to Dune fans and a worthwhile space epic to more casual viewers.

9/10.
6/10
Really good movie!! But...
quiksilva193 March 2024
This movie is a visually stunning movie. The directing of this movie is phenomenal. Timothee Chalamet was so good in this movie. Austin Butler was really cool. There were a lot of great actors. Lots of cool scenes. I may be in the minority here but I liked the first one better. This one was really good but there was something about it that I didn't like and I figured it out. It was Zendaya. I'm sorry but she is not a good actress. There was too much riding on her acting skills and she just couldn't do it. They could have gone with so many other actresses but they didn't. Whenever she was on the screen, I just wanted her to go away. She isn't likable. She only has one tone to her acting. She just seems annoyed. I think that's why I liked the first one more. She wasn't in it as much. That is just me and my opinion.
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8/10
Good Sequel
willphelan3 March 2024
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Dune Part II is a very good sequel. The world building in this movie is great and really establishes the Fremen culture. I love how the movie dives deep into how they view culture and religion and the split that they have over their belief in Paul. Timothee Chalamet is excellent as Paul Atreides. His character arc is amazing. He starts off as someone who just wants to help and then through his time with the Fremen he starts to use them and their faith to get his own revenge. Zendaya was also great and her character's dynamic with Paul was very fleshed out. I loved how she went from loving him to despising what he represents. Florence Pugh was a good addition here although she didn't have much to do. Austin Butler stole the show in my opinion. He was a perfect villain and his pure psychotic nature was frightening. The costumes, visual effects, and set design all looked great. I especially love the design of the black and white planet. There were a lot of cool things they did with it, like the fireworks for example. The action scenes are pretty good. The cinematography is very good and Denis Villeneuve crushed it directing. Hans Zimmer delivers a killer score here as he always does. I only have a few minor issues with the movie. Just like the first movie I think the pacing was a little off and despite Rebecca Ferguson giving a great performance I didn't really think her storyline was that interesting or well explained. Overall Dune Part II is a really good movie and if you liked the first one you'll have a great time here.
10/10
10/10****
meetvishnusree1 March 2024
Top notch movie I have ever experienced. Must try it in imax. Music,direction, cinematography, visuals, acting everything is so good that you can't take eye from the screen. This is a reference for the best movie. Each and every shots were like beautiful picture and the sounds will give you goosebumps every time. I don't know how many times I got these feelings. Imax theaterical experience is also another factor😀 Fight sequence were felt real and good effort from the actor side.

Its a love action drama music meditating movie. You will be fully satisfied at the end and expecting a sequence 😁.

Must try everyone.
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7/10
Great but not a 9/10 for me
suman-989956 March 2024
Great movie, but not a masterpiece for me!

Having loved Dune part 1, went in with high hopes but the movie was a bit slow for my liking. The last act was a bit of a mess with a lot of plot holes and the last fight was underwhelming.

Overall it felt like the movie was the same quality as the first one but with a few misses right at the end. The scenes are amazing and epic, the setting is great and there could have been a bit more humour.

Great acting all around from the stars (as you expect from the heavy hitters) and great to see Timothy mature up in his acting. Austin butler was a standout.
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8/10
An epic sequal
MattWillow2 March 2024
Right out of the gate I want to state that I haven't read the brick of a book this is based on. In this instance however I feel you still can enjoy this fully.

On the other hand I do have watched the original movie as well as the previous part, which I found visually appealing but in some regards almost a trailer to this second part. The original movie from 1984 is its own chapter, and quite frankly shouldn't be associated with these films. I won't dwell more into that one here other than state that it was a ghastly picture.

With Denis Villeneuve once again at the helm I expected nothing more than a visual bombardment, which you indeed received. There was more of everything in this one, the visuals were truly spectacular. The score with grandmaster Hans Zimmer complemented the cinematography masterfully.

The cast was mostly competent with Timothee Chalamet being the one improving most from the returning cast. Found him engaging showing more emotion and stepping up as a leader. The love interest with Zendaya also felt bearable to watch. Some questions arose about the cast though. The most obvious was the casting of Christopher Walken as the emperor. As I wrote I haven't read the book but I have a hard time contemplating that was they way a mighty character as him was portrayed. He felt weak in every sense. Dave Bautistas character was such a footnote in this they might as well have left him out. Haven't seen Austin Butler in much, he probably is a capable actor, but here and for me he wasn't intimidating in the least. Florence Pugh and Anya Taylor-Joy were criminally underused but I recon that will change in the final part if this trilogy.

The story itself took a step forward in this part, it felt more fleshed out. The problem with pacing was regretfully still somehow present, especially towards the end. You still got a feeling this was an episode rather than a movie standing on its own.

But, these drawbacks should be considered minor glitches in an otherwise brilliant production. In a time of so much mediocracy in movies this deserves praise for the level of execution. This is quality filmmaking well deserving of your time and if you haven't jumped aboard this yet you should.
9/10
Violent but epic
soughtforscores8 March 2024
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While the violence was a bit too much for me in some scenes, I have to say that this is one of the most epic movies I have seen in a long time, not just because of the length. The worm riding scenes are absolutely enthralling. I still think Dune suffers a bit from its villain problem; the big villain from Dune Part One is easily killed while gasping on the ground like a fish, and the new villain they introduced only has a couple fights in the series and feels more like a disgusting and vile piece of trash that just needs to be stomped on than an actually intimidating villain. Not to mention he dies just minutes after the other villain, and his big fight scene that is supposed to establish him as a threat earlier is against a man who has been deprived of food and is twice his age. But I'm sure that most if not all of that is in line with the book, so I can't complain too much. In the end, the actors performed astonishingly; the ending was bleak but good, and the experience was incredible.
9/10
Cant stop thinking about this movie
cam-gottfried4 March 2024
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This movie leaves you speechless as you walk out of the theater given its scale, length, story telling, acting, action, emotions, and the cinematography that unfolds for almost 3hrs. It takes you a while to replay in your head all the parts you liked (theres a lot) and when you finally have time to process everything some hours later, you might find yourself wondering "Did i just watch the best SciFi movie ever?".

Those are lofty and almost unfair expectations to place on any movie. Yet, the thought crosses your mind that it might be.

And the reason for that question? Part 2 pulls on your emotional strings in a way the first doesnt even try to. The relationship between Paul and Chani is complicated - both are in vulnerable places, and its that vulnerability that surprisingly makes this movie ultimately a tragedy. For the folks who see beyond all the awesome effects and the action scenes, you're actually left with a deep sadness in the end for how the two main characters stories unfold.

It wasn't until the second time through watching this movie that the emotional elements resonated with me, perhaps because I knew how things ended. And they added a completely new dynamic to the film that will honestly persist for a while. Theres something heartbreaking about two young people falling in love and being apart of an epic tale, yet different worlds collide and competing views prevent that relationship from blossoming.

Perhaps the only critique I have of this movie is that in the very last scene, with Chani alone on the dune looking out into the desert, about to find her own path after she's been totally betrayed in the worst way, was to have a single tear drop slide down her face as the camera goes in for a close-up. It would've driven home the pain she was feeling so much more and I think it could've left everyone (even the casual movie goers) with the correct impression about this tale. Its simultaneously an amazing spectacle but also sad.

Well done, Denis and team. You've done it again.
7/10
Dune: Part Two
jboothmillard16 March 2024
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The first film was a great success, one of the highest-grossing movies of 2021 and receiving numerous accolades, the sequel was delayed by the Hollywood strikes, but I hoped it was worth the wait, based on the book by Frank Herbert, directed by Denis Villeneuve (Prisoners, Arrival, Blade Runner 2049). Basically, in the distant future, Princess Irulan Corrino (Florence Pugh) secretly records in her journal that Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) may still be alive, while her father, Padishah Emperor Shaddam IV (Christopher Walken), is disheartened after the fall of House Atreides. On the barren desert planet of Arrakis, the Fremen troops of tribe leader Stilgar (Javier Bardem), along with Paul and his mother Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), prevail over an attack from a Harkonnen patrol. When Jessica and Paul reach Sietch Tabr, some Fremen suspect they are spies, while Stilgar and others believe a prophecy that a mother and son from the "Outer World" will bring prosperity to Arrakis. Stilgar tells Jessica that Reverend Mother Mohiam (Charlotte Rampling) is dying and she must become her replacement by drinking the Water of Life, which is poisonous to males and the untrained. Jessica transmutes after drinking the fatal liquid, surviving and inheriting the memories of every female ancestor in her lineage. Jessica is pregnant with a child, and the liquid prematurely awakens the mind of the unborn daughter, Alia, allowing Jessica to communicate with her. They agree to focus on trying to convince the northern Fremen who are more sceptical of the prophecy. Young rebellious warrior Chani (Zendaya) and her friend Shishakli (Souheila Yacoub) believe the prophecy is a fabricated narrative made to manipulate the Fremen. When Paul delivers a speech to the Fremen people about not seeking power and only wanting to fight alongside them, Chani develops respect for him. Paul embraces the Fremen ways, learning their language, the dangerous act of riding sandworms, becoming a Fedaykin fighter and helping raid Harkonnen spice operations. Paul adopts the Fremen names "Usul" and "Muad'Dib", and he and Chani fall in love. Due to the devastating spice raids, House patriarch Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård) replaces his brutish nephew Rabban aka "Beast" (Dave Bautista) as Arrakis' ruler with his psychotic, murderous younger nephew, Feyd-Rautha (Elvis's Austin Butler). Lady Margot Fenring (Léa Seydoux), a Bene Gesserit, is sent to evaluate Feyd's suitability as a prospective Kwisatz Haderach and to seduce him to secure his genes. Jessica travels south to unite with Fremen fundamentalists who believe in the prophecy. Paul has disturbing visions of a holy war that will occur if he goes south where he is believed to be a messiah. Paul stays north and reunites with Gurney Halleck (Josh Brolin) who leads him to an atomic stockpile hidden by House Atreides. Feyd-Rautha attacks Sietch Tabr and kills Shishakli, forcing Paul and the surviving Fremen to journey south. After arriving, Paul drinks the Water of Life and falls into a coma. Chani, angered by his actions, helps to wake him up by mixing her tears with the liquid. Paul gains a clearer vision of the past and future, seeing an adult Alia on a future Arrakis with a supply of water. He also discovers that his mother is the Baron's daughter, making him both Atreides and Harkonnen. The southern Fremen leaders urge Paul to challenge Stilgar for leadership. But he refuses and instead spurs the fundamentalists by showing that he can read their innermost thoughts. He declares himself the Lisan al Gaib and sends a challenge to Emperor Shaddam, who arrives on Arrakis with Irulan, the Reverend Mother, and his Sardaukar troops. The Fremen launch a massive military strike against the emperor's forces using atomics and sandworms. They overpower the Sardaukar, while Paul kills the Baron and takes Shaddam and his entourage captive. Gurney intercepts Rabban trying to flee and kills him. Paul challenges Shaddam for the throne, demanding Irulan's hand in marriage. The Great Houses, who were summoned by the Baron, arrive in orbit. Paul threatens to destroy the spice fields with atomics if they interfere. Shaddam chooses Feyd-Rautha as his champion, he and Paul have a knife duel, which ends with Paul hilling his opponent. Irulan agrees to marry Paul on the condition that her father lives. Shaddam kneels and kisses Paul's signet ring. The Great Houses above Arrakis reject Paul's ascendancy, so Paul orders the Fremen to attack the fleet in orbit. As Stilgar leads the Fremen onto the captured Sardaukar ships, Jessica and Alia see this as the beginning of Muad'Dib's holy war. Chani refuses to bow to Paul and departs alone on a sandworm. Also starring Roger Yuan as Lanville, Babs Olusanmokun as Jamis, Alison Halstead as Maker Keeper, Giusi Merli as Reverend Mother Ramallo, Imola Gáspár as Watermaster, and Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia Atreides. I'm not going to pretend I understood everything going on, with all the stuff involving religion and politics, just the main plot that everyone wants the spice. Chalamet goes from a young steady hero to braver leading figure, Zendaya gets more screen time as his love interest, Skarsgård being nasty and grotesque and Bautista being aggressive and loud are equally good as the villains, and the all-star cast, including Brolin, Bardem, Rampling, and Walken all get their moments as well. The visuals and special effects remain fantastic, from the spaceships and alien creatures to the interior and exterior locations and large-scale battle scenes, so it doesn't matter if you don't understand it all, it is a great spectacle, and hopefully the third and presumably concluding part will be as exciting, a worthwhile epic science-fiction adventure. Very good!
9/10
Great watch
kjlm-3880623 March 2024
For a 3 hour film my first thought was gunna be that it's filled with filler content to make up the time but I really wasn't, the whole film was gripping and well built, sometimes the story felt hard to follow with the skips and jumps with is my only reason for this not being a 10, however it is still an amazing watch and defiantly one I would recommend to anyone. After being a little disappointed by the first one with it feeling to be quite slow paced and jagged this has changed my mind considerably with the series and the ending gives a great opportunity to a third which of course was obvious with how much of the story still hasn't been told from the books. Great watch, length really wasn't an issue.
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10/10
A must watch masterpiece!
gtgcf3 March 2024
Truly a remarkable film!

I was utterly captivated by the stunning display before me.

The meticulous attention to detail, the incredible sound effects and music, the exquisite cinematography, and the superb performances.

I felt an immediate urge to return to the IMAX theater for another viewing.

It's evident that Denis Villeneuve poured his heart and soul into this project.

The Soundtrack by Hans Zimmer is just the cherry on top!

Don't miss out on seeing it, you will not regret it!

Rarely have movies left such a lasting impression on me; only Jurassic Park and Gladiator have evoked a similar sense of awe.
9/10
A truly joyful theater going experience
sypher-743961 March 2024
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This movie made me so, so happy. From the first moment the Harkonnen forces levitated until the credits rolled I could not stop smiling. The _sounds_ of this movie are so physical, the effects all have so much weight, and the cinematography! This film had everything wonderful about Part 1 but added the Dune weird-ness I felt was missing. I am completely convinced this was the correct way to tell this story. Part 1 teaches viewers the world, Part 2 _is_ Dune.

I will say a large chunk of story I had attributed to 'Dune' in my memory is actually from 'Messiah', but that only makes me more excited for the third film (and gives me time to re-read some wonderful science fiction while I wait!)

This isn't a review though, I just wanted to say that Lady Jessica's Palanquin looks like a Beetlejuice sandworm head. This _has_ to be intentional. Masterful.
10/10
The best SciFi movie of our generation
Richie-Rikt2 March 2024
No spoilers here, just a reference / nod to the epic soundtrack, which gives this movie even more depth.

Just listen to 'Only I Will Remain' which rolls at the end credits... it's absolutely beautiful

"I close my eyes, as the soft melody cascades through Sounds of rich, desert landscapes... of a calm in unforgiving sands of Dune Looking up towards emerging stars of other lush but fated worlds A crescendo of hope and melancholy... as each tragic cosmic battle unfurls Spice shimmers through the burning sunset... the Arrakis storms loom Where some foresee their paradise, others foresee their doom."

Hanz Zimmer & Denis Villeneuve - your love of this universe transcends from your art through to us all... both your works are masterfully crafted and unforgettable ❤

'Dune: Messiah' now beckons....
8/10
Dune Part 2: A Visually Stunning Epic that Is Going to Stand the Test of Time
moritzmeyerautor3 March 2024
"Dune Part 2" stands as a testament to the heights cinematic art can reach when sound, acting, storytelling, and visuals converge in a harmonious spectacle. This sequel continues to unravel the intricate tapestry of Frank Herbert's universe, achieving a complexity in narrative that is both commendable and ambitious. The performances are, without a doubt, stellar. Each actor brings depth and nuance to their character, enriching the sprawling narrative that spans across desolate landscapes and fervent political intrigue.

The sound design and score are, once again, unparalleled. They not only enhance the visual experience but also immerse the audience into the vast, sandy expanses of Arrakis and beyond. The visuals are nothing short of breathtaking. Each frame is a meticulously crafted piece of art, showcasing the alien beauty of Herbert's universe with an attention to detail that is rarely seen in cinema today.

Despite these remarkable achievements, the film is not without its flaws. The narrative, while complex and engaging, is encumbered by the sheer weight of its own mythology. At a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes, the film occasionally feels lengthy, and its pacing suffers as a result. The story's grand scale and numerous subplots, though richly woven, sometimes lead to a narrative density that can be overwhelming. This is most evident towards the film's climax, where the rapid succession of dramatic events and crucial plot points can feel somewhat jarring, as if emerging from the ether rather than the story's natural progression.

This pacing issue could have been mitigated with a more balanced approach, perhaps by trimming certain scenes or redistributing the narrative focus. This would allow for a more even tempo and give the audience time to digest the complex developments without detracting from the story's immersive quality.

In summary, "Dune Part 2" is a film that dazzles with its visual and auditory spectacle, carried by powerful performances and a deep, intricate storyline. It is a worthy continuation of the saga that will surely satisfy fans and newcomers alike, despite its pacing issues and the daunting complexity of its mythology. It stands as a reminder of the power of science fiction to challenge, captivate, and transport its audience to worlds beyond their wildest imagination.
1/10
The Mahdi!
s_sahar996 March 2024
Ah the prophesied Mahdi! The chosen one who comes at the end of times to establish justice and peace throughout the world. This is of course the tradition in Islamic eschatology. So my question becomes: where did they pick this up and out it in the movie? It's strange isn't it? Lisan al gaib which means language of the unseen. The language the speak in this movie. I find it very odd, all of this really. But as for the movie and it's make-up. It's excellent. All around, intriguing film and very engaging. Slightly less confused but def intrigued. The first one was good and the second was even better. That's my review. Take it or leave it. But the Mahdi! Very very strange indeed.
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5/10
Fails to live up to the debut installment
wijajo-7256323 March 2024
Just like Matrix Reloaded or 'Sicario: Day of the Soldado', 'Dune: Part Two' fails to add wonder to a universe already created in the series' impressive debut feature. For all the beautiful cinematography and atmospheric music, it lacked the originality that made the first film special and seemed to miss the mark on pacing, rushing crucial events despite it's long run time. For example, the huge army of Fremen seen in the trailer appears almost instantaneously ready for a Hollywood fight scene, unlike say Game of Thrones which showed the gruelling build up of Stannis's army. Little attention was given to the supposed transition from ragtag fighters to a global uprising comprising of a competent organised fighting force - the repeated beautiful desert dune shots and worm appearances came at the unacceptable expense of immersion.

Other directorial choices dampened my enthusiasm further. The ease to which Harkennons patrols are sometimes killed is in direct contrast to the first film's emphasis of them being a powerful advanced army. A new Harkennon character is introduced in a series of slick stylised scenes reminiscent of somewhere between the Gladiator and Kill Bill, yet seems an utterly pointless addition by the end of the film. And there's a continuation of Hollywoody one on one combat scenes and acts of revenge that adds nothing to the plot and provides entertainment only for those looking for Jason-Statham-esque cheesy action.

It's not a bad film by any means and provides us with enough to fill our collective desire for more Dune action, but the success of Dune: Part One looms large and for me Dune: Part Two resides entirely in its shadow.
1/10
Drab and Overbearing
Ambiguous-Spoon23 March 2024
My recommendation - read the book, or if you're not allergic to early 2000s low budget tv cgi, watch the sci-fi miniseries and there you'll find both substance and style. Villeneuve's adaptation certainly has a style, but only hints at the substance the Dune universe has to offer, and not for lack of runtime. Style over substance isn't even automatically bad, but the style has to he appealing and this just is not appealing to me. 1 star for shades of Giger in house Harkonnen, that is a nice touch

Otherwise it's all the modern action/sci-fi gimmicks. Everything has to feel "grounded", so that means drab brutalism and tactical military chic everywhere from architecture, to costumes, to score, with another overbearing Zimmer dirge. I know some people must enjoy this sort of palette because it's quite popular, but I'm just waiting for fantasy elements to be acceptable in sci-fi again. It's why I've never been a fan of Villeneuve's work, and I don't think his style is a good match for the medieval eco space fantasy of Dune. Drab drab drab, I'm quite tired of it. I'll take the camp and whimsy of low budget sci-fi series 10 times out of 10.
10/10
Dune - The defining sci-fi epic of this generation
chaliharohan29 February 2024
A cinematic masterpiece. Dune 2 is spectacular in every way. From the world building to the character development, everything was perfect, just as I had imagined it when I read the books. Every actor brought their A-game and, although I wasn't overly fond of Timothee as Paul in Dune 1, he did an amazing job this time. Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha was even more menacing than in the books. Even for people who have not read the series, Denis explained as much as he could without taking away from the film, especially Bene Gesserit customs. Praise to Denis for his homage to the world of Frank Herbert. A monumental achievement. Long live the Fighters!!
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10/10
Awesome Cinema. Must be seen on the big screen!
chrisxmoloney23 March 2024
A great movie to see at the theater. This gigantic visual spectacle features some characters you know from the first film and some interesting new ones, including Christopher Walken. It is visually stunning, dark, complex, and draws from great cinema and deep historical references of the past of human history. We saw it in IMAX which is well worth it. This film is definitely want to see in the theater and you should not wait to watch on a television. You will only get about half the effect on a TV screen. That said, the film was a bit long, and despite a few slow moments, it kept us fully engaged, and felt and thrallingly real, despite its other-worldly characters and planets. Truly, an inspiring piece of cinema, the captures, both the human spirit, the conflict of humanity, the flaws of emotion, and the goodness of the human spirit. Great Cinematic classic!
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7/10
Impressive but somewhat soulless
ripperdoc11 March 2024
On the visual and audio side of things, this is a tour de force. Watched in IMAX and this move must have used the subwoofers more than all other movies combined. Your seat is shaking from battles and worms, it's almost too much to take at times.

And visually it's a masterpiece, both in fidelity and in the set and costume design. Not a single feeling of green screen CGI bonanza.

But story and character wise, while not bad, it's just not that engaging. You are never surprised (a problem with sticking close to the well known story). There's a little character development but i would have wanted to see Paul's change with more gradual tension. And the second half seems very rushed, with a lot of big events just thrown in without a lot of reason. Suddenly if feels like Avengers and every fremen is a superhero. Maybe that's a problem with the original story?
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9/10
"I have found my way."
darrenpatrickkelly4 March 2024
When Dune (Part One) released in 2021, Dune: Part Two hadn't been greenlit yet and wasn't guaranteed to happen. Then we rejoiced when it was, and waited eagerly for the second half of the epic story. And after all that time, plus an extra four months resulting from the writers' and actors' strikes, it's finally here. And it was worth waiting every second for.

Dune: Part Two is a staggering achievement. Villeneuve's direction on point as always, but his visionary realisation of the books is remarkable. From huge brutalist architecture to seas of desert sand, all beautifully shot by Greig Frasier at the top of his game. Particularly, shooting the monochrome sequence in infrared was a genius move and creates a deeply unsettling atmosphere for introducing Austin Butler's antagonist.

Speaking of, the entire cast are in flying form, both new additions and returning favourites. Chalamet's descent from the calm and reserved Paul to the erratic warlord is a remarkable performance, as is the sinister turn from Rebecca Ferguson. Fellow showstoppers include the aforementioned terrifying Butler, the devout extremist from Javier Bardem and Zendaya's uncertainty with her place in the future.

Being essentially the second and third acts of the novel, Part Two is naturally more action oriented than the first entry. In that regard they feel very different to each other, but both feel equally necessary in their respective executions. Part One's meticulous world-building and character set-up is expertly paid off throughout Part Two and feels intensely rewarding. Parallels to Lawrence of Arabia can be seen everywhere from both a story perspective and in the epic scale of the desert, but this is one of the very few films to achieve that same level of awe and wonder at every step of the journey.

A cinematic phenomenon in every sense of the word. A cautionary tale on idolisation. The corruption of morality in the face of absolute power. The escalation of warfare fueled by cultural belief. The betrayal of heritage in forging a new path.

The false prophet playing God.

See it.

Bring on Dune Messiah.
9/10
The Bald , The Messiah and the Beautiful
lefterisroussos3 March 2024
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Dune is of the series that I had no idea about and now I want to read the whole series. First of all , the cinematography and the costuming of this film is impeccable, like the Middle Eastern influence is there and I love it ( I know it's heavenly inspired by the Arabic world ). In this part , we explore the relationship between the two main characters which is a rollercoaster of emotions as the story progresses. Oh girl , a rollercoaster indeed. Now let's talk about the villains : aside from the great make up , we got more in depth about the division of the empire and the madness of Harkonens. Boy , this Vegita like villain made the film even greater than it was. Pity that it will not be the main thing for part 3. Finally , Zendaya was great , in my opinion she is in her post apocalyptic era and we are here for it , especially after the final scene.
10/10
Spellbinding Cinema
jordanmarcwood20 March 2024
Dune part 2 is a masterclass in filmmaking, skilfully directed by Denis Villeneuve, who effortlessly brings Frank Herbert's complex universe to life. The storytelling is a brilliant tapestry of intrigue, seamlessly blending intricate plotlines and character arcs.

The cinematography is a visual feast, with sweeping desert landscapes and awe-inspiring set pieces that transport the audience to Arrakis itself. The ensemble cast, led by stellar performances from Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, breathes life into each character, creating a captivating on-screen chemistry.

Furthermore, the music score, composed by Hans Zimmer, elevates the entire experience, perfectly complementing the grandeur of the narrative.

Dune Part 2 is a cinematic triumph, a symphony of talent converging to deliver a truly unforgettable masterpiece.
10/10
Finally
jktnbdgs3 March 2024
Something strange happened a few days ago that I thought would never happen. Return of the King has finally been dethroned from its position as my favourite film ever.

Dune Part 2, like Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings adapted the source material and changed a number of things, but any complaints about changes miss the blatant fact that the films bring to life one of the greatest stories ever written in a way that was entirely faithful to the spirit of the source material.

The cinematography, pacing and score for the film are all phenomenal. When combined in a double feature with Part 1, the viewing experience for Dune is far and beyond anything that has been made in the last two decades.

Long live the fighters!
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8/10
Visually amazing & stylish.. But it lacked something...
garethwooduk19 March 2024
I loved the first movie, having never seen the 1980s original and I like anything Denis Villeneuve makes, previously dystopian movie 'Blade Runner 2049'.

Along comes Part 2 of Dune, carrying on from the end of part 1 in the desert with Paul and his mum Jessica with The Fremen people learning to adapt / adjust to their new found loyal companions hidden among the cliffs....

What I liked about part 2 a bit like 'Return of the Jedi' was the fight back against the Harkonnen people who slaughtled them previously and the Duke leaving them to abandon their refuge.

Visually, this film is brilliant on a grander scale, with a lot more worms and riding the waves so to speak in the sand storms!

Harkonnen home planet and its people all in monochrome is very rich in detail and gloomy and loved Austin Butler 'Feyd-Rautha' nephew of The Baron who is incredibly menacing.

Rest of returning cast are brilliant, I just felt the action could of just been a little more... But a decent part 2, lets hope for an all action packed part 3!
2/10
Spectacle movie with flat emotion
ZackTuNan24 March 2024
First one was great. Too long for nothing. Was hopeful for the second one but disappointed. What a grandeur and spectacle movie with no emotion, no mysteries and plainly given plot. You know what's coming next all the time. No excitement. 2.5 stars is for production design and sound.

I don't feel along with the characters, their excitement, fear, hope. Nothing really nothing. Just a flat boring movie with cool visuals. The first one was great that you feel Lego's fear, Paul's journey and other developments.

It's the kind of movie you see it ans say oh cool and then it's out of your head the next day.
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7/10
Had the potential to be one of the best Sci-Fi and failed to do so.
adirshimshon13 March 2024
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As a big fan of Dune, the movie is so overrated by most critics in my opinion. It's definitely the best creation ever made for Dune but it's not a "masterpiece" and the epic moments in it are so short that actually made me angry.

Beside the many changes compared to the origin story (some good & some bad that I could live with), the movie focuses too much on the relationship between Paul and Chani while missing many other major issues that some of them didn't even get screen time. Chani's part is just way too big; the fact that the movie ends up with her face symbolizes that.

But the thing that was the most disappointing for me is the action scenes in the big assault of the Fremen at the end; that were very epic with maybe 2 minutes long! I think Villeneuve messed this up big time.

The shadukar, the strongest force of the emperor in the universe, I want to see more how it's defeated. The defeat of all the Harkonnen forces also almost nothing of it was shown. We didn't even get to see Paul storms with the Fremen and fight in this battle. At the point when they reach to the emperor and his people, there was a line of Shadukar troops walking into the fog and disappearing before Paul arrives; Why not make a small action scene there?! I really don't get it. I didn't expect this movie to contain long big scale action sequences just like Lord of the Rings movies, but it seems to me that the director was literally trying to avoid them no matter what.

I've seen the movie twice since I like Dune so much. It has one of the best casts ever made (Rebecca Ferguson performance is remarkable), the story is more than amazing, the visuals & dressings are stunning, the sound off course is mind blowing- all were so excellent.

This really should have been the best Science Fiction movie since decades. I don't believe a perfect movie can be created, but this one could have been the closest thing to a perfect movie and it missed the opportunity to be that.
7/10
The truth about Dune 2!
litjeezy3 March 2024
"I want to start by saying the movie did not suck! However, the dialogue was a bit confusing, and the accents were difficult to understand at times. That's a minor point, though, and not the basis of my rating. The middle part of the movie felt dry, much like the desert where it was filmed. It was too long and drawn out. I understand that character development is necessary, but as a sci-fi film, it could have benefited from more action and a better showcase of the technology they used. . Some of the technology we see is very interesting, and I would have loved to see more of it. When I left the theater, I felt that the movie missed the mark on some storytelling elements. That's why I can't rate it a perfect 10 out of 10."
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7/10
You'd think Paul would be out of work in a place with no water being that he's a tradie
TomTalksFilms6 March 2024
One of the most widely anticipated films of this year Dune: Part 2 was released last weekend and is a direct sequel that starts right where 2021's Dune ended.

The first Denis Villeneuve directed Dune film was not for me in the slightest. I felt the scale of the world made it very hard to connect with any of the characters and at times I lost what was going on in the story to be honest.

Reviews are of course all about personal taste and I'm very much only a casual Sci-Fi fan if that.

From what I know about the book Dune is a meticulously detailed story which I think is exactly what Sci-Fi fans are looking for and the these two newer films are much the same.

I am however happy to say that I enjoyed Part 2 far more than I did the first film. Perhaps seeing this one on the big screen helped as I watched the first one at home. I do however think that overall this is a better and more accessible film. Being that I didn't enjoy the first film I couldn't remember all that much about it but I never felt lost with where the story was at any point this time around. I certainly wouldn't say it's my favourite film of all time or give it a 10/10 or anything like that but I was pleasantly surprised with how much more I enjoyed it compared to the first.

As with the first film there's a lot going on, I would almost compare the story to the size and scale of Game of Thrones. There's a planet with various groups of inhabitants who are separated largely by their beliefs who all want power over the world. Each group has their own reason for wanting power, some for just-causes in order to create a more equal society (Fremen) and some who just want to be in control of the resources (Harkonnen). This causes conflict and so in steps are hero Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) who has the power to see future events and keeps being told that he is meant to be a kind of Messiah to the Fremen who he intends to fight for but doesn't yet see himself as a leader of. That's a very simple way of putting it but I fear to say anymore would go into spoiler territory.

The thing I enjoyed most was without doubt the cinematography, I just couldn't help but be engrossed in this world even if at times I wasn't as interested in the characters, the visuals alone always kept me from getting bored. Cinematographer Greg Fraser has done an outstanding job and I'll be very surprised if I see a better looking film this year if nothing else.

A twice as good sequel that's well worth the price of admission to see it on the biggest screen possible.
10/10
Outstanding!!!
reeveshappy1 March 2024
Absloutely Fabulous!

Blown away to be honest...... of course everyone reviews films differently....

The time flew by,.....Oscars 2025 here comes Dune Part Two.... Superb cinematography and the acting was BRILLIANT!

Fingers crossed for part 3...we highly recommend and you must watch at the cinema to appreciate the fabulous story, fantastic sound and effects. I only went to see Dune Part 1 and 2 for my husband but I can honestly say the movie makes you leave the cinema buzzing!!

So many outstanding performances with top notch actors and definitely some new stars beginning to shine. I did not want the movie to end!
8/10
Great Movie but....
Shazam13039 March 2024
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I just got out of a screening and needless to say the movie was visually stunning and had superb cinematography. Every picture is amazing and it was just an amazing sight to see. The soundtrack and sounds were amazing too and i love that Denis Villeneueve is not one of the the directors that puts sound effects over the volume of dialog. This was one of the few movies that had clear and beautiful dialog and still an amazing and loud amount of music and sound effects which did not bother. So where's the but? Well at certain times the movie felt a bit rushed although it's overly long. I felt like the story was very rushed and compromised to fit under 3 Hours and at times it just jumped its story progress. As someone wo hasn't read the books it was hard to catch up on every small detail and understand them. Also the final battle was a bit underwhelming. I was looking forward to see the fremen really fight in a huge battle but it also felt cut short. And speaking of cut short. Feyd-Rautha should have gotten way more screen time. I wish we could've seen more of him and his reign of terror. He absolutely deserved to be introduced earlier in the movie and wreak havoc throughout the whole movie. But other than those points I really enjoyed the movie and it was fun. Can't wait to see it again.
10/10
Best Sci-fi movie since The Matrix
keitharntson3 March 2024
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This is peak cinema. Villenueve is at the top of his craft and has managed to execute this masterpiece with only a handful of minor deviations from the source material, most of which were welcome. This is a labor of love from a superfan comparable to Peter Jackson's rendition of The Lord of the Rings.

The casting is spot-on if you're familiar with the story, and the acting keeps an otherwise intimidatingly alien story grounded. From a technical standpoint, there are some groundbreaking visual techniques at work, and the sense of scale surpasses what we've come to expect from Villenueve. Truly a crowning achievement and a much-needed reminder of what movies are supposed to be about.
10/10
Masterpiece
alind-0993217 March 2024
For me, best mouvie I have ever seen. Wonderfully act and produced. Perfect in every way. Thank you for this masterpiece. The way action it drives you, the way you live thru the eyes of every character, the way you feel emotions, rage and love it truly unique and for sure every film enthusiast must see Dune II. I really love Denis Villeneuve and all his movies, and for me this one is the best till know. I am ready happy to have the opportunity to see in cinema a mouvie like this witch transcends images with imotions. Music is perfect, sound is impressive in every way. At the end , you leave from cinema full of energy. And I think this is the most important.
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6/10
Stunning visuals, mediocre story and plenty of missed opportunities.
mihaso24 March 2024
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Let's start with the good, the imagery is absolutely stunning.

The desert views, the world, the fremens, the harkonens WOW.

The worm riding scene is particularly impressive, the combination of action, visuals and sound is visceral.

The sound - for those not so few - like myself who thought the Academy mistakenly awarded the Oscar instead of the Razzie for the sound of Dune 2021 - good news. Villeneuve reigns in the noise and does a pretty good job with it this time.

No longer a distraction, the soundtrack builds and blends with the scenery masterfully. That's how it's done, Denis.

Well, enough with the good.

The character development, aside from Paul and Chani, is altogether lacking. Jessica and Stilgar get some screen time, just to give the barest support the origin storyline. The Harkonnens (though rendered beautifully) are not just unidimensional. Vileneuve practically comes out and spells "Unidimensional" in black and white letters. Yes, they're brutes, we get it.

The storyline is pretty much a mediocre love story. It's nice, not terrible, but it's just that. As a stand alone, it is an enjoyable - enough watch. But that's about it...

Villeneuve puts very little effort into exploring the complexity of the Dune world and that of Kwisatz Haderach.

And here comes the missed opportunities.

The original Dune is, by some measure the origin story of being with the power to bring space and time together. A superhuman, a demigod. A story of intrigue and plotting and plans within plans within plans.

But Villeneuve's is a lackluster story of a a sort of fortune teller conning a few fundamentalists into following him.

There is no awe - aside from that inspired by the visuals. And as result, there is no way to properly end this story.

Unable to lean on the CGI, and unsupported by the underdeveloped story line, the final falls flat.

"I remember your Gom Jabbar. You remember Mine. I can kill you with one word" Paul should have said. Words that could have sent a shiver down the viewer's spine.

But perhaps, Villeneuve chose the pathetic "Silence" to avoid the viewer's puzzled looks. Remembert the What? What's Bene Gesserit anyway?

In summary, this is not a masterpiece, but it's a decent movie with great visuals. Better than the 1st one, that's for sure.

It could have been far better if Villeneuve managed to explore Paul becoming the Kwisatz Haderach...
10/10
A Cinematic Odyssey Reimagined: "Dune: Part Two" Review
wshqbms1 March 2024
In the landscape of contemporary cinema, where the regurgitation of narratives often leaves the palate desiring more, "Dune: Part Two" emerges not merely as a film but as a transcendent experience. Denis Villeneuve, already a maestro of visual storytelling, elevates his craft to an echelon that few contemporaries dare to aspire towards. This sequel not only surpasses its predecessor but redefines the parameters of what science fiction can achieve.

The narrative architecture of "Dune: Part Two" is both intricate and exquisite, weaving together the grand tapestry of Frank Herbert's universe with a meticulousness that is nothing short of breathtaking. Villeneuve's adaptation is not merely content with visual spectacle (though the film is replete with such moments); it is the emotional resonance, the palpable tension of the Atreides' saga that anchors the film. The director's ability to balance the macrocosm of interstellar politics with the microcosm of personal vendettas and alliances is a feat of narrative dexterity.

The cinematography, courtesy of Greig Fraser, is a masterclass in visual poetry. Each frame is meticulously crafted, with the use of light and shadow not merely serving the aesthetic but deepening the thematic layers of the story. The landscapes of Arrakis are rendered with a stark beauty that is both alien and intimately familiar, a testament to the cinematographer's vision and skill.

Hans Zimmer's score is, to put it simply, a revelation. The auditory landscape he constructs is as vast and complex as the visual one, with motifs and themes that echo the narrative's emotional beats. Zimmer's music does not just accompany the film; it elevates it, transforming scenes into symphonies of sight and sound.

Performances across the board are stellar, with Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides showing a maturity and depth that surpasses his earlier work. The supporting cast, including Zendaya, Javier Bardem, and Austin Butler, among others, bring gravitas and nuance to their roles, making the world of "Dune" feel lived-in and real.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part Two" is not just a film; it is a monumental achievement in storytelling, visual art, and cinema. It challenges the viewer, not just to watch, but to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of its universe. Villeneuve has not only created a sequel worthy of Herbert's legacy; he has crafted a masterpiece that stands as a beacon of what the future of filmmaking can aspire to be. A resounding 10/10, "Dune: Part Two" is a cinematic odyssey that reimagines the potential of its genre.
10/10
This is cinema..
syedmohmmadarshad3 March 2024
"Dune 2," directed by Denis Villeneuve, is a cinematic marvel that transcends expectations. Villeneuve's visionary direction brings Frank Herbert's universe to life with stunning cinematography that mesmerizes viewers. Each frame is meticulously crafted, capturing the grandeur of the desert landscapes and the intricacies of the characters' emotions.

Hans Zimmer's evocative score adds depth to every scene, immersing audiences in a world of tension and reflection. The performances, particularly by Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, are captivating, drawing viewers into the characters' inner struggles.

The film's visual mastery is matched only by its gripping narrative. Rebecca Ferguson's portrayal of Lady Jessica is particularly noteworthy, adding layers of complexity to the story. The dialogue, sharp and profound, elevates the film to a new standard of excellence.

In summary, "Dune 2" is a triumph of cinema, combining breathtaking visuals, compelling storytelling, and outstanding performances. Denis Villeneuve has once again proven himself as a master filmmaker, delivering a cinematic experience that is both thought-provoking and visually stunning.
10/10
"I Will Love You as long as I breathe"
salvadorheroe4 March 2024
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Three years ago I swore to God that I could rest in peace after having seen the first part and today if they told me that I had cancer and that it would die in 24 hours, I would watch it as many times as I could because it is literally what I have been waiting for all my whole life.

The Film Dune seems to me the most impressive thing I have ever seen in my life, I have not been so moved by a movie since I saw The Batman movie and with good reason. I a faithful believer in Frank's books Herbert but I'm also a believer in Timothee Chalamet and the infamous Austin butler who gives such a scary and terrifying performance throughout the movie that he tramples Sting's performance in David Lynch's work.

Jessica chesstein, Florence pug, Stellan Skårsgard and aother actors have managed to show that in this film everyone can shine at any moment in the entire Arraquis desert, but if you made me say who it was that completely stole the show it would have to be Austin Butler with his terrifying presentation and also the fun moments I was able to have with Javier Bardem.

The film not only continues to leave us with the most important themes it has, such as politics in the Imperial World of Dune, including religious themes, ecological environmental themes, but it also even handles a somehow spiritual something symbolic something where you are in a desert, you feel that connecting with another essence of life and that is what I perceive when see the Dune part 2, an essence of life so great at an unimaginable magnitude that it causes anyone who immerses themselves in the desert to become become a Fremen.

At the end of the day Dune part two will become an important film in the history of cinema either how to make a blockbuster of high magnitude or how to present a good cast, I have a lot of evidence and I can guarantee that I have zero doubts. I hope you can enjoy this movie like I did.
4/10
Not the books, but good
trav-695968 March 2024
This is not Dune the book. And so I find myself a bit torn. I think as a standalone movie, it's fantastic and I'd absolutely recommend people go see it in a theater if you can. Making something like riding a sandworm look cool is not easy and they do it. I had a huge smile across my face during that scene. Lots of fun. The sets are beautiful, same for the costumes. The cinematography looks great and the FX are some of the best to date.

But, if you consider this movie wrt the book it adapted, it's awful. It's not Dune. There are significant thematic changes that were made and some of the best characters are not even in the movie (how could you not write in Alia!?). It doesn't address any motivations about why things happened and so most of the second and third book is just absent in the material. Very strange choice. And I don't think this is a case of there was too much so they had to make choices. Denis added stories and events that flat out aren't in the book. He chose to make it the way he did and map the issues in the book to current issues in America and the world. And for that, it's kind of a let down. More than that, it's bad. Flat out bad. But this is wrt to the book only. As a standalone film I do really like it.
10/10
Blown away ! Waited so long for such a movie !
neko-065601 March 2024
I do love Sci-fi. I watch so many movies.... But....finally !

Denis Villeneuve, thank you so much!

This movie is so beautiful, clever and epic. Far better than any sci-fi movie, ever ! And not for kids, for grown ups!

Thank you! With full sentences and clever people.

Beautiful. Absolutely gorgeous. Ships, costumes, landscapes, weapons.

We do all know Dune is not an easy book to work on. It's close to a political essay about ecology and religion. I remember how cautious I was, not so happy about the casting, before watching the first part and I was finally so convinced.. And the second one is even better!

WOW ! I'm really blown away!

Great great villains in a movie, finally! Not some angry teenage, a "Darkkevin66" ! Real psychopaths.

BUT, not a white and black situation at all. The "good ones" show a dark face too and a very awful one. Fundamentalism. Religious and political manipulations, sneaky moves, very violent issues. I won't spoil that.

Go watch this movie.

Harkonnens are frightful, Christopher Walken is a great Emperor and I really do like Stilgar.

Special mention to Zendaya and Timothy Chalamet.

I'm not a big fan of these actors. But : Zendaya is a real fighter, a rebel who knows well who his lover is, and shows with a very nice self-restrain her concerns and unhappiness. And Timothy Chalamet is really moving, torn between his vision of a dark future, the injonctions of the Fremens beliefs, the manipulations of the Bene Gesserit, her mother (a great vengeful Jessica), and his love for Chani.

Never thought I will ever find this actor so moving. I was wrong. Great with sorrow and torn feelings, like with anger and harsh determination.

The bad part : too long to wait for the third part and no directors's cut, Denis Villeneuve said.

I have to watch it again, at least three or four times.

After Blade Runner 2049, Denis Villeneuve show us a sci-fi movie can be a piece of art.
10/10
Masterpiece - feast for the senses
lousando8 March 2024
Nothing can quite prepare you for this feast of the senses. Probably one of the best film sequels ever made, this movie has everything you could possibly ask for. Breathtaking cinematography, great acting, fantastic script, atmospheric film score and beautiful costumery. The story continues from the first film and be prepared from pulse-setting action from the outset. This is more of a fast-moving film from the first, seriously switching the story up a gear. With its stunning and beautiful visual aesthetics, this spell-binding film transports you into another realm with painterly landscapes and seamless sci-fi effects. As a lifelong Star Wars fan, I can say this without any bias - take note George Lucas because this is how sci-fi films should be made.
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9/10
Great adaptation, even with changes
ggqdesign1 March 2024
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I really enjoyed my time seeing dune part two, what an incredible movie to see in theaters. The cinematography, soundtrack, acting, and writing are all top notch. My only gripe as a big fan of the books was missing characters like Thufir Hawat, Count Fenring, and most importantly Alia. I felt that was a bit of a cop out considering they'd have to find a child actor which would be more difficult for them, but I think it would've worked well having a child actor with Anya Taylor joys voice. I found her killing the baron with the gom jabbar in the novel to be much more impactful than Paul killing him. However, with the almost 3 hour run time it is filled to the brim with great story, intense action, beautiful views, and great characters. It's crazy that with two movies there still didn't seem to be enough time to handle every part of the book but like with most adaptations things have to be simplified. Some scenes though were word for word exactly like the book. If there weren't a few missing characters and scenes I would've liked to have seen this would be a 10/10 for me. I thought it near perfectly captured Dune and completed and exceeded what it set out to do. This was truly the best movie I've seen in theaters, it's great on a big screen.
8/10
Much better than Part One
justinwfirestone3 March 2024
It would be a mistake to attempt to cram the entire story of Dune into a single movie, even if that movie were three-hours long. Having read Frank Herbert's Dune hexalogy, I have confidence that Denis Villeneuve could continue on and make entertaining interpretations of both Dune Messiah and Children of Dune. What I really, really, really can't wait to see, of course, and I think we can all agree on this critical point, is what would Timothée Chalamet look like when we get to God Emperor of Dune and he has become a giant, um, well, just look at some of the paperback covers.

Dune: Part Two is a visual feast and smörgåsbord. Even the dunes look pretty. The massive crowds at Arrakeen are a bit whatever, the on-screen chemistry between Chani and Paul is reminiscent of Anakin and Padmé tossing each other cringe-tastic love lines, the pace plods along slower than a spice harvester until the last 30 minutes, and Paul's transformation is not rizz.

But Rebecca Ferguson is great, as is Javier Bardem and Christopher Walken. Dune: Part Two does a far better job of depicting plot movements than Dune: Part One, and also a decent job explaining how the different political factions are perpetually conniving and angling for more power, more spice.

There are a handful of differences between the novel and Dune: Part Two, which I suppose were made for logical reasons. Please, Denis, don't change anything, any thing at all, if you make a movie version of God Emperor of Dune.
4/10
Imagine over substance sand over story
pob24710113 March 2024
The images and settings are superb, the build towards major event's understated. And that's where the film falls down, all the major sections of the film felt jarring forced and underwhelming, the lead character too polished weak and slight on screen to carry it, the lead actress the same. Drama school gravitas to major motion picture on this school it's like watching a 12 year go kart racing start try F1 all great but it isn't elite, these 2 have lost me, had hope after the first (which was better) the 2nd is a grand story with lightweight leads, overshadowed by the far far superior supporting cast. The chemistry just isn't there between the 2 for the romance to be portrayed as anything other than "acting". Considering the wait hugely disappointing.
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7/10
Better than the first one
JoeB1312 March 2024
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I liked this one better than I liked the first part, even though it took more departures from the book. It definitely dragged in places, especially the scenes in the desert. (Although almost all interpretations do, maybe it's just the psychological effect of a desert.)

So, where they really depart from previous versions is main characters have serious doubt about what they are doing. While this is hinted at in the book, it is much more overt here. (It isn't until the second Book that Paul really starts to realize what a mess he's made of things.)

The Character of Chani is a departure. While she is totally devoted to Paul in the book, here she's the one screaming that this is wrong (even though they are aiming for the same goal.)

The character of Feyd Ruatha was really good as a villian, for anyone still traumatized by the image of Sting in metal speedos in the 84 version, this is so much better. He's a psychopath and it's obvious.

The battle scene at the end is quite impressive, but utlimately forgettable. But this is the curse of modern movies, I guess.

Worth a watch? If you've already seen part one and liked the books, definitely.
10/10
"Lead them to Paradise."
jswtw9 March 2024
And every now and then something incredible is created that just simply blows you away.

After almost a week of not understanding what I felt about this film at all I was finally granted peace on a second watch that answered all my questions. On my first watch I mainly left the cinema feeling nothing but confusion. Why didn't this blow me away as much as it did everyone else? After two and a half years of waiting, obsessing over the first entry, the world of Dune and counting down the days. After seeing how universally loved this second part was, after hearing every praise under the sun. Why didn't I get that? Would I just need to wait until the trilogy was finished? Would that experience rival that of watching Lord of the Rings? I wasn't even disappointed, I HAD just seen a fantastic film. I was just sad that I didn't get to have the experience I had so hoped for.

And then today happened. I had convinced myself that a second watch would give me what I wanted, it would answer my almost spice induced dreams. And that's exactly what it did. Everything that was fantastic about the first film is then dialled to eleven; no, it's dialled to one hundred and eleven.

Greig Fraser is an absolute master of cinematography. His ability to make every single frame look like a piece of art is simply beautiful. The world of Arrakis and Herbert's universe as a whole is perfectly encapsulated in visual perfection that I found myself lost in constantly. A true showcase of how to create the art of film.

Hans Zimmer is nothing short of musical genius. The film's most clear source of power results from his score. The ethereal beauty of 'A Time of Quiet Between the Storms', the deep, soul-shaking strings that are scattered throughout that sent chills through me every time, 'Paul's Dream' which is simply iconic at this point. Zimmer has created pure brilliance through these films and somehow topped the perfection he'd already created.

The cast all at the top of their game (well at least almost everyone), giving it their all to immerse us in this vast plethora of characters. The obvious standouts are Chalamet, Ferguson and Zendaya who all perform wonderfully in the lead roles delivering more complexity to the characters from their previous beginnings. However, Josh Brolin and Javier Bardem also bring some of the most memorable elements of the film through both the potentially unintentional humour and expertly delivered Fremen mannerisms of Stilgar and the subtle facial performance and determined warrior persona of Gurney. Austin Butler has to be mentioned though, bringing the psychotic mind and terrifying powerful aura of Feyd-Rautha to life fantastically. I can't help but feel a little disappointed with Christopher Walken's performance where his heart just didn't seem in it. The Emperor felt little more than an inconvenience despite his standing as ruler of this broken universe. Bautista as well, while he gave it a good go, just felt irritating and consistently uninteresting. However, these don't detract from the true talent displayed across this cast.

The visual effects and production design working overtime to deliver this world to us in all its glory. The marvellously translated machinery of space travel, flight and spice harvesting. The intricate workings of Fremen technology. The grand scale, sheer power and frightening beauty of the Sandworms, the dark grittiness of the Harkonnens, the entire fantastical nature of this extraordinary universe.

Villeneuve has adapted Frank Herbert's first novel in a phenomenally intense and glorious fashion that doesn't come around very often. What was thought to be "unfilmable" has blessed our screens once again. I'm not going to explicitly state that this is the greatest sci fi epic of all time because I don't want to go that far, but it could well be. Especially with the potential trilogy completion with Messiah. Again, the positively overwhelming cinematic experience that comes with this won't be replicable in the comfort of home, unfortunately. But, being able to experience it like this while we can is a gift enough.

My opinion may change overtime and the previous doubt from my first watch, however delusional it may have been, indicates towards this. However, for now I am simply enamoured once again by the world of Dune and am ready to obsess over it again like I did those two and a half years ago. And this time I actually will complete my promise to read the books which have already been purchased finally.

For something to take the filmic world by storm so thoroughly is a commendable achievement that doesn't come around very often. Even if one may find these films perhaps too slow or even too distant in its execution, it is merely impossible to not bask in the greatness of its technical merit. Outside of my own adoration, I cannot commend the entire cast and crew enough.

It's difficult to describe how glad I am that I was able to experience this the way I had so hoped I could for so long and no matter what my thoughts may be in the future, this was truly a special experience. I could feel the power behind Lisan al Gaib as if I was a follower myself, the might behind Paul's words.

I can't wait for what I hope will be the completion of this trilogy with Dune: Messiah as well as just being able to hopefully watch this again soon.

We have all been set on the Golden Path and all we must do is follow it behind our Kwisatz Haderach amongst the stars into his holy war. Death and destruction may be left behind, but the divine universe will be alongside us all the way to watch its arresting elegance along the way to peace. As we take on this harrowing path in this cinematic duel, all that must be said is:

"May thy knife chip and shatter".
9/10
A rich story, a visual spectacle and an improvement on it's predecessor
pranayjalvi9 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is a robust piece of filmmaking, a reminder that this kind of broad-scale blockbuster can be done with artistry and flair. The second part of Denis Villeneuve's monumental Dune adaptation lands with a sternum-juddering crash; it's another shroom of a film, an epic sci-fi hallucination whose images speak of fascism and imperialism, of guerrilla resistance and romance.

With this film, Villeneuve more fully realizes his overarching intent, and "Dune" becomes what it was meant to be pretty much all along - the "Lawrence of Arabia" of science fiction. The action, the battles, the love story... all of this continues through the film, but as it progresses it subtly turns, leading us to some bigger, and heavier themes such as the pointlessness of war, the dangers of religious fanaticism, fascism, and the questions of people who find themselves swept up in political madness. An improvement upon it's predecessor, Part Two is one of the most thought provoking sci-fi films in the recent years.

My Rating : 8.5/10.
10/10
Stunning masterpiece...the best thing I seen in cinema
ikukec29 February 2024
Truly a must watch. Best cinematic experience ever. And I am old...from sound, cast performances, sets...hats off!!! Still under impression...I was taken aback already by part one, but this one was stronger. From the first second I was glued to the seat. Do not know how I am gonna wait until the part three. I guess I need to go watch it again. Every impresiion of the movie is very strongly given to the audience. Even my wife was taken aback by the movie and the Dune is not really her genre. So hats off to everbody and just can't wait for part three. A masterpiece, no doubt about it. Thanks to all that were involved.
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10/10
Show Them paradise
pnqpwrst29 February 2024
I watched this in Imax, and it was sensationel all. I was worried i had too High expectations for the movie but still i was completely blown away. Everything is perfect. The acting, the sounds, the Music the character development in part 2 is insanely good. I liked all the movie but the end was the best part for me, the raised flags of Atreides, the final fight the SILENCE. Loved it all. The casting is also perfect and you could feel the improvement of the characters in part 2.

I Think it was the first time i was in a Cinema and everyone started clapping at the end. ( the Cinema was completely sold out) Great stuff guys keep it Coming.
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8/10
Complex Sci-Fi Epic with a Strong Middle Eastern, Biblical Bent
Screen_O_Genic16 March 2024
A tale of family, loyalty, revenge and the age old battle between good and evil, "Dune: Part Two" is an epic drama set in a timeless world between fantasy and our own.

An outsider of noble lineage ingratiates himself into a tribe of warriors. Seeking revenge against the injuries inflicted on his family he gains the trust of his newfound companions and trains and prepares in leading the people in his war against the dark side. Along the way he finds love, friendship and learns the virtues of trust and camaraderie.

A cross between "Star Wars" and "Mad Max" this sandy behemoth is an action-packed visual panorama. With the endless desert as open canvas the colossal narrative of war, religion, politics, intrigue and interpersonal relationships play out their roles. An all-star cast including Timothée Chalamet, Austin Butler, Javier Bardem, Christopher Walken, Josh Brolin and Rebecca Ferguson add distinction and quality with their solid performances and the rest of the cast add competent support. The special effects are well done even breathtaking in parts with every scene executed to proper use, nothing more, nothing less. The battle scenes are brief and efficient, never overstaying their welcome while highlighting their brisk and riveting scenes. The standouts are clearly Timothée Chalamet and Austin Butler, the former his handsome, amiable and seemingly vulnerable countenance belie the inner strength and resolution of his role; while the latter is eerily ominous with his reptilian sense of wonder and hissing evil.

The flaws are immediately apparent. A number of people online have complained that they couldn't follow the story. Unless one wants to get anal about it the film is immediately comprehensible in its conventional tale although it could have been simplified to make the film less vague and less reliant on the novels they're based from. Clocking in at nearly three hours the film could have been trimmed down to make it more consistent and punchier. I found myself dozing off a number of times in the middle of it. Of course, being 2024, you've got your ubiquitous pc-multicult insertions peppered throughout the flick. And lesser irks are there like Zendaya's ugly, scowling face and Dave Bautista's seeming inability to act.

While not on the level of the first "Star Wars" trilogy or "The Lord of the Rings" series, "Dune: Part Two" is one of the finest Sci-Fi flicks and is one film and Sci-Fi fans should see. While not quite worthy of the hype you'd be at a loss not to see this especially on the big screen. I look forward to the next installment.
4/10
Arghhh
conkeestador3 March 2024
Almost 3 hours of boring girl boss love triangle garbage setting up yet another unnecessary sequel. If you aren't familiar with the book it may be better, but if you were hoping that the story would be close to what Frank Herbert wrote you're going to be sorely disappointed. It is a beautiful movie, but all the effort went into eye candy and awkwardly checking DEI boxes. The ending is cringe and several people walked out during the showing, especially after the 2 hour mark. I'm having a hard time believing all of the 10 ratings here are from real people. Now I remember why it's been so long since I wasted money at a theater...
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10/10
Dune: Part Two - A Cinematic Triumph
hamimabdullah-195202 March 2024
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A visceral spectacle that transcends the boundaries of filmmaking, Dune: Part Two solidifies its place as a landmark achievement in cinematic history. Director Denis Villeneuve masterfully crafts a sequel that surpasses even its critically acclaimed predecessor, delivering a deeply affecting and visually stunning experience that will leave audiences awestruck.

Picking up seamlessly from the events of the first film, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) finds himself grappling with the weight of his destiny. Haunted by visions of a potential future ravaged by war, he embarks on a perilous journey to prevent this horrific fate from unfolding. This journey leads him deeper into the desert planet of Arrakis, where he forms a closer bond with Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen tribe, embracing their culture and harnessing their unique abilities.

Villeneuve's vision for Arrakis is brought to life with breathtaking detail. The vast sand seas are both awe-inspiring and unforgiving, while the brutalist architecture of the Harkonnen cityscapes exudes a menacing grandeur. Every frame is meticulously composed, utilizing a masterful blend of practical effects and CGI to create a world that feels both alien and strangely familiar.

The performances are uniformly outstanding. Chalamet delivers a powerful and nuanced portrayal of Paul, capturing both the vulnerability and determination of a young man wrestling with immense responsibility. Zendaya shines as Chani, imbuing the character with strength, intelligence, and a deep connection to her Fremen heritage. The supporting cast is equally impressive, with Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, and Stellan Skarsgård delivering memorable performances that add depth and complexity to the narrative.

Beyond the visuals and acting, Dune: Part Two excels in its thematic exploration. The film delves into complex questions of power, destiny, and the consequences of choice. It grapples with the cyclical nature of violence and the potential for hope amidst seemingly insurmountable obstacles. This depth, combined with the film's operatic scope, elevates it from a mere sci-fi spectacle to a powerful and thought-provoking cinematic experience.

While the film does require prior knowledge of the first film or the source material to fully appreciate its nuances, it stands as a remarkable achievement in its own right. The narrative, while dense in world-building and character development, unfolds with a captivating pace, leaving audiences engrossed throughout the film's near three-hour runtime.

In conclusion, Dune: Part Two is not simply a great science fiction film; it is a cinematic masterpiece. It is a testament to the power of visionary filmmaking, captivating storytelling, and exceptional performances.

This is a film that deserves to be seen on the biggest screen possible, preferably with an immersive sound system. It is a true spectacle in every sense of the word, and an experience that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
9/10
Amazing! Even Better than Part 1
mitchell59548 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is the long awaited second part of the Dune saga, which hopefully gets a part 3. I've never read the books, but I've seen all the movies. I like the 80s Dune as a cheesy, fun B-movie. However, Part 1, and this movie are definitely the superior version overall. As much as I like Part 1, this one is even better. This isn't a surprise since Part 1 was mainly set up, this is the big climax of the story, whilst setting up future events to come.

Just like Part 1, the visuals, music, and acting are outstanding, awe-inspiring in places. In this we finally get to see the Fremen characters, which were barely in Part 1 get fleshed out, as well as learning more of the Femen culture. We finally get to see Paul Atreides come into his own.

If you like or love Part 1, you will like or love this. I know some book fans had some issues with this. I cannot speak to that as I haven't read the book. I just hope this movie is successful because it's amazing, and so we can finally get adaptations of the other five books in the series in one form or another. Between these two films, and the 80s movie, the first book has been done. I've heard the sequels are even better than the first book, so I hope we get to see them adapted. I hope Dennis Villeneuve gets to direct them too, as he's proven constantly to be one of the best directors working.
10/10
WATCH THIS IN THE CINEMA or lose out.
wizbuiz9 March 2024
This movie is one of the best sci-fi movies gone from novel to cinema, the plot, the story line, the sound, the special effects, the mythic and heroic development, as some kinda Alexander the Great in the making / Prophecy rejoined.

A remarkle detail is the fremmens, the author took the culture of the berber/arabs and mixed it into a beautiful culture and stayed true to his work, the sheer will and power of the fremmen is a classic Northern Berber trait which is beautifully displayed in this movie into a sci-fi.

The way the plot unfolds and the pace is in a perfect syncronize, nothing gets spoiled until it's due time.

A must watch in the cinema because of the sound effects and music.
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10/10
Anyone who says it's boring is lying
abcassbaby12 March 2024
If you hated dune 1 because it was boring, this movie makes it interesting. Every scene is action packed with tangible pay offs that give you an "OHHHH" moment. It does justice to the original work, making effective changes that help both onscreen adaption and modernizing the themes. If you liked the first or the books it is absolutely a must see.

Even if you haven't watched dune 1, this movie is incredible. I came in knowing nothing of the dune lore. I didn't even know who Paul was. I am a fan of well done world building and explosions and this movie delivered. The plot is simple allowing any viewer to jump in and become immersed in the world of dune. The themes are easy to engage with but not gratuitous. Every character captures your attention within seconds on screen. I was drooling over the costumes. The acting is incredible as well, not a single complaint to be had.

I had a hard time deciphering what was practical and CGI. Everything looks incredible! By far the best set design ever put on screen. It gets a little long but youre so enthralled it doesn't even matter. Even the theoretical baby stuff is digestible and makes the story all the more interesting.

My only recommendation is bring ear plugs because you will be deaf if you see it in theaters.
9/10
The Visions Are Clear Now
MisterJxroen3 March 2024
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Last night I was fortunate enough to view a back-to-back screening of 'Dune: Part One' followed by 'Dune: Part Two' in the theater. It was my third time seeing part one on the big screen, and just as delightful as before. Denis Villeneuve has created some of my all-time favorite movies - 'Prisoners' and 'Sicario', so I knew I was in for a treat once again. Grand scale science-fiction that is done 'right', usually gets me hyped out of the wazoo. I'm happy to say this one had me constantly on the edge of my seat as well.

The visuals and lore of the Dune universe that Denis has transformed into film is magnificently breathtaking but most importantly of all; unique. The Harkonnen homeworld 'Giedi Prime' is by far one of my favorite planet designs (black/white light, brutalist architecture, the violent nature of its people) ever. The arena scene and introductory moment for na-Baron Feyd-Rautha got my blood pumping like a thumper.

Just like in my previous review for 'Dune: Part One', Rebecca Ferguson is one of my standouts once again. In comparison to last chapter in which she felt rather afraid and unsure, she now completely transformed into a whole different person who, to be quite frank, is terrifying. Her screen presence is absolutely captivating and mesmerizing.

In a movie with so many A-tier names, it is difficult to pick a favorite. Though, I think Timothée Chalamet's 'Paul Muad'dib Atreides' might just be it. I wasn't fully convinced last film, but his monologue in the South and the way he portrayed Paul's transformation into the Messiah he himself fears, was brilliant. The baron, played by Stellan Skarsgård, will forever be - despite his little screentime - one of my favorite villainous characters in science-fiction.

Hans Zimmer blew me away with the score for this film, more than the last. I'm a sucker for fast-paced soundtrack, and the more frequent and high-stakes action sequences in this second part allowed for Hans Zimmer to play into that with his music. The track that comes on when the Fremen ride into battle on sandworms against the Emperor's Sardauker army, is exhilarating and extremely powerful. This living legend has mastered his craft for sure.

My only reason for this film not being a straight ten-star, is the ending. I cannot judge on the accuracy between the film and the novels, since I haven't read them, but the ending left me feeling slightly hung and yearning for more. I'm not sure if I just experienced a cliffhanger that will be further explored in a third chapter, or a brutal open ending. Either way, the story is great and whether or not Denis will make this a trilogy, these past two films will go down in my list as some of the best sci-fi ever made.
8/10
Beautiful, very beautiful but that's not all
ferrasjulien28 February 2024
It's true that the trailer made me hope for a great film, beautiful and spectacular, but I had the impression of watching magnificent shots one after another.

It's true that it's beautiful, apart sometimes from the overabundance of special effects which taint the original shots.

Unfortunately, I didn't feel any emotion, no suspense, no fear, no sadness, nothing... it's flat.

The actors play correctly but nothing sensational either. And apart from the last music of the film, I did not find the soundtrack extraordinary.

So I think it must be seen, it remains visually very beautiful, and therefore this film must be seen in the cinema to enjoy it, and if possible in Imax Digital since it was filmed in 70mm.

Of course, it's a film that must lose intensity on television and therefore seeing it in the cinema seems essential to me. In my opinion, it will not remain a great film.
10/10
Would give it 100/10
kyacadora3 March 2024
This movie is the best movie I've seen. Period. My boyfriend and I were in awe walking out of the theater, we saw it playing again right after our showing and both didn't hesitate to buy tickets to see it again the same night. The music is incredible, acting phenomenal, visual effects are out of this world, cinematography is absolutely insane. Dune is such a rich story and the universe Frank Herbert created is so incredible. Nothing about it is really like our world; everything from the weapons to the equipment to even the characters is nothing like Earth. It's so unique and fantastic and Part 2 really drives that home. One of the best sequels I've ever seen - people were literally on the edge of their seats watching the entire movie. Never was there anything that didn't have a purpose or felt like filler, and yet it's almost 3 hours long. Absolutely recommend this movie for ANYONE old enough to understand and enjoy it.
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10/10
"Dune Part Two: A Cinematic Odyssey Redefining Excellence in Sci-Fi Epics"
noahpaumen8 March 2024
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"Dune Part Two emerges as a cinematic magnum opus, an unparalleled masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of traditional storytelling. The film's sheer visual opulence, coupled with a narrative depth seldom witnessed, redefines the very essence of modern cinema. In an age where blockbuster fatigue looms large, Dune Part Two injects a revitalizing dose of brilliance into the industry.

Denis Villeneuve's directorial prowess shines through every frame, orchestrating a symphony of visuals that are as awe-inspiring as they are immersive. The desert landscapes, brought to life with a breathtaking combination of practical effects and cutting-edge CGI, transport the audience to the heart of Arrakis, immersing them in the rich tapestry of Herbert's universe.

The narrative complexity of Dune Part Two is a testament to the filmmakers' commitment to intellectual stimulation. Layers of political intrigue, familial drama, and philosophical exploration interweave seamlessly, challenging the audience to engage on a profound level. This isn't merely a film; it's an odyssey through the complexities of power, destiny, and human nature.

The ensemble cast, led by Timothy Chalamet's compelling performance as Paul Atreides, brings gravitas to each character. Their nuanced portrayals add depth and authenticity, making the fictional universe remarkably relatable. Hans Zimmer's evocative score is the sonic heartbeat that enhances every emotion, driving the narrative forward with a relentless intensity.

Dune Part Two doesn't merely entertain; it provokes thought and lingers in the mind long after the credits roll. It's a cinematic journey that resonates on multiple levels, inviting contemplation on themes ranging from environmentalism to the consequences of unchecked power.

In an era saturated with sequels and reboots, Dune Part Two stands as a beacon of originality and artistic vision. It is, undeniably, true cinema - a rare gem that not only fulfills but surpasses the expectations of audiences craving intellectual stimulation and visual splendor. Villeneuve and his team have crafted a cinematic marvel that will be celebrated and studied for years to come, reaffirming that this is the masterpiece the industry desperately needed."
7/10
Significantly better than the 2021 film
paul-allaer10 March 2024
Let me state upfront that I was not a fan of either the 1984 version by David Lynch or the 2021 version by Denis Villeneuve. Keeping in mind how highly I think of bother these directors, my conclusion in 2021 was that if Villeneuve cannot make it into a coherent and compelling movie, that just proved that "Dune" is unfilmable. But my admiration for Villeneuve is such that I will go see anything that he brings to the screen.

"Dune Part Two" (2024 release; 164 min) picks up straight where the 2021 film concludes, and we are off to the races. Of course I'm not going into any plot details, I will just say that I still struggled with the movie's first hour, and I was thinking to myself (holy cow, still another hour and 45 minutes to go?". But then the unexpected happened, as the plot started jelling nicely, and I finally FINALLY found myself becoming emotionally invested in the main characters. As for the "action scenes", they are quite good too. T was not quite as impressed with the score by Hans Zimmer, which feels like a less compelling rehash of his score for Villeneuve's "Blade Runner 2049". Speaking of which: as much as "Dune Part Two" has improved over the 2021 film, neither is as good as "Blade Runner 2049", but I totally get it that this is a subjective impression.

"Dune Part Two" opened last weekend to unexpected commercial success. I went to see it this weekend. The Saturday early evening screening where I saw this at here in Cincinnati was just short of a sellout. So this movie looks to continue to do well, and it is almost certain that Villeneuve will make third "Dune" movie (to close out the story arc involving the Timothee Chalamet character). If you were on the fence about seeing Part Two, I'd readily suggest you check this out, and draw your own conclusion.
10/10
Powerful
mgitts197730 March 2024
This has to be in my top 3 of greatest movies I've ever seen. The casting was spot on, and everyone was believable in their role; and even the small bit of overacting from Butler was bearable. An The length of the movie did not seem to matter.... because at the end I wanted even more.

This film evoked so many emotions, and I was fully and completely immersed in this world; and rallied, celebrated, and empathized with its people right along with them. And that is the mark of brilliant filmmaking, when you can draw the audience so far in... even to the smallest details, is amazing. I highly recommend watching it. Don't get hung up on the imperfections, because no movie is perfect, but this one is as close as it gets!
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9/10
May your mind chip and shatter
wheywood-2467429 February 2024
Dune just out Duned Dune. This movie is just more. More strange out there majestic sand-scapes, more dark sinister weird, more worm sign and generally just more of more.

But the massive was balanced beautifully with the quiet little moments and details filled with richness. It was a delight to watch. And watch I did. Must've gone an hour without blinking.

Part II continues on from where we left off, which was only just the beginning. But its feels like a counterpoint. It's the same universe but a bad arse vastness to it part I didn't have.

My only critique is that it was over too soon. Here's hoping for an even more epic Director's cut.
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10/10
After the last decade of really AWFUL Disney Star Wars films, Dune parts 1 and 2 finally makes science fiction relevant again.
ActionMovieDude1 April 2024
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Fro decades, Star Wars and Star Trek have defined science fiction. In fact, George Lucas and the first three Star Wars films literally changed filmmaking in Hollywood forever. Then came the lackluster prequels which were disappointing to say the least. Then in 2015, the first of several Disney Star Wars films, The Force Awakens was released to the public.

The Force Awakens wasn't that bad but it's two follow up sequels, The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker are downright unwatchable. And Star Trek has become something of a past glory. None of the television shows or movies can capture the magic of what was released with the first two Star Trek shows, the Original Series/FIlms and the Next Generation series/films.

For a while it seemed that science fiction would become somewhat of a joke, with nothing serious for real filmgoers until Denis Villeneauve decided to tackle Frank Herberts acclaimed novel Dune which is highly regarded as one of the greatest science fiction novels of all time, and one that George Lucas took some material from for his Star Wars saga.

Dune is EVERYTHING that the awful Disney Star Wars films have not been, original, interesting, thought provoking and best of all, great filmmaking. Villaneuve takes the complicated storyline of House Atreides and House Harkonnen and the battle for the world of Arrakis.

The book was so dense and filled with important information that Villaneuve had to split the films into two chapters. Part one Introduces the characters and does an excellent job of world building in Herberts awesome spectacle, but Part Two is where the story really shines. All of the world building finally pays off with some of the biggest sec tables to be filmed in decades.

I'm glad that Denis Villaneuve was finally able to show audiences around the world that real science fiction doesn't have to be dumbed down like the recent Disney Star Wars films or the latest Star Trek tv series streaming online. Dune proves that science fiction can be thought provoking again, can make a huge profit, and can win multiple academy awards as the first film did with six Oscars in 2021.

Thank goodness Dune is finally here to erase the bad taste left from other lesser science fiction offerings in the last several years.
8/10
Shoots big and mostly hits the mark
DanLawson1463 March 2024
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POSITIVES:

1) The performances are almost all great. Timothee Chalamet really carries the film with the amount of screen time he has and I really thought he was sensational in portraying Paul's turn to the darkness, as were the vast majority of the supporting cast 2) The size and scale of this film are truly remarkable. You should see this film on the biggest screen you can with the best sound system you can. Denis deserves a lot of credit for holding the reins here and delivering a film that is not only grand in scale but also grand in terms of its themes and messages. Whether it's the huge epic battle sequences we see, or the intense hand to hand combat scenes with Feyd, the film was gripping in all its action scenes 3) Hans Zimmer truly brings his A game and the score for this film will be hard to beat when the Oscars come back around next year. He is an epic composer and this is a truly epic musical achievement 4) For a film only just under three hours long, I thought it flew over. I checked my watch once just in passing and couldn't believe that 2 hours had passed already, which is a great sign because usually I say that films should be shorter

NEGATIVES:

1) I mentioned that I thought the performances were "almost all" great. The one exception to that for me was Dave Bautista. I really like him as an actor and usually think he performs great, but here I just felt that the performance was very one dimensional. I'm pretty sure he yells every single line of dialogue he has and it just got irritating after a while 2) The first hour of the film was a bit of a slog for me, because it focuses almost exclusively on just meandering around with the Fremen. In fact, I found the Fremen sections of the film to be by far the weakest part. Whenever the Harkonnens or the Bene Gesserit were on screen I was loving it, but the scenes exploring Fremen culture and their religious beliefs were just a bit unnecessary for me because there are soooo many of them. Lady Jessica becomes Reverend Mother almost instantly and all the stuff about Stillgar being convinced Paul is their saviour even when he says he's not was almost comical at times and has already been made the focus of several memes online.
10/10
Denis is a genius
xbnbyqgw6 March 2024
Amazing cinematography, great fight scenes, awesome sound track, and an epic story. I haven't read the books yet, but this will almost certainly make me want to. I think this movie wasn't long enough, and I look forward to a part 3 or a sequel.

This likely should have been a tv show instead of a movie but this movie will likely be one of the greats in the same way LOTR was.

I love the casting, timothee chalamet and Zendaya were fantastic choices. Same with the picks for the harkonnans and gurney. I was a bit disappointed there wasnt more major character development outside of the main characters but I guess you can only fit so much in.
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10/10
'The Life of Brian' but with special effects.
dannymo-4897714 March 2024
Stay with me here.

It's basically a re-make of 'The Life of Brian' with Paul as Brian and Chani as Brian's mother ("he's not the messiah, he's a really naughty boy").

At it's heart the book is about not believing in messianic leaders. I think Villeneuve has done an incredible job of what was believed to be a book that was impossible to be translated into film.

At it's heart he uses the Chani character to seed doubt of Paul's godlike leadership.

Needs to be seen in a cinema. Some scenes took my breath away.

Left me wanting more.

10 stars.

LOVE Villeneuve's work (Arrival one of my top 10 favourite films). Keep up the good work.
10/10
GO WATCH IT! Its worth every damn minute.
nikkosmac2 April 2024
Dune: Part Two!!!

Outstanding movie, with a lot of character building and some major plot twists. The story is so complex, yet easy to understand. It will take you deep in to desert and reveal many secrets Arrakis has to offer.

If you watch closely and inspect every detail the screen presents to you, you will find yourself to be taken down to a path through the history of Fremen and our own.

There are no words to describe the feeling i got everytime the music started. Hats off Mr. Hans Zimmer, you surprise every time. And ofcourse an applause for Mr. Denis Villeneuve and all the cast for presenting such a wonderful experience.

If you have a problem with my opinion, duel me in a hand-to-hand melee and let the best win.
7/10
Separate the book and the movie(s)
Lumikinos21 March 2024
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Movie's pretty but that's about it - few scifi book adaptations have been successful and after part One I was very hopeful and looking forward to it. After all I read first 3 books at the ripe age of 13 when preparing to host the larp game, so we had to study the characters and the politics of the book veeery thoroughly.

Movie is ok but this part is about a very difficult journey to finally making an 'informed' decision to become the complete Muad D'ib etc. Accepting the fate while his mom breaks the rules of Benet Gesserit by messing with sacred knowledge and substance, at the same time everybody playing their own game and royals caught in the web of intrigues - after all, the movie reduced all these complex plots to a few breathtaking fighting and desert scenes and duels and leaves you wanting to separate the movie and the book. Or, just read the book to relate to the main (?) hero and his journey - it's worth it!

Well I guess the real question is a an unsolvable mystery of the answer to the question: Who is the real hero?
8/10
Dune Part 2: Even More Gorgeous Than 1, But Lynch's Version Remains My Favorite
master_g-7831729 February 2024
I believe that part 2 surpasses part 1 in terms of beauty, even though part 1 was already quite stunning. In part 2, the divergence from the books is more pronounced for obvious sequel reasons, which led to choices different from what I would have preferred (no spoilers here).

Due to these editorial decisions, some iconic quotes from the original material are missing in this adaptation (like "My brother is coming").

Despite the teasing for the sequel, I still find Lynch's or the HBO miniseries' versions more compelling in terms of storytelling. However, nothing can compare to the visual and auditory spectacle that Dune parts 1 and 2 present.

Lynch's adaptation took liberties, such as introducing the sound weapon, but it maintained a closer adherence to the overall storyline and atmosphere of the books. Perhaps my nostalgia plays a role here, as I first experienced it in the theatre upon its release.

Some scenes require a certain level of visceral (yet functional) gore to remain faithful to the story, and Villeneuve's version seems to lack that element.
9/10
Something to tell your kids about, that's for sure...
outrunkid1 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is a stunning experience.

This really does feel like a 'Part 2' rather than a sequel. It's a continuation of a story rather than an addition of a story - this feels like a natural progression and a natural franchise rather than a crowbarred in cash-grab.

The first Dune was a masterclass in world-building. Part 2 really starts to get to the meat of the story - that's probably it's best element, it's plot is solid. It's a complex narrative but one which completely swept me up and made me want to find out more about these characters, this world. It left me wanting more - it's like a good meal. Dune Part 1 was the starter, Dune Part 2 was the main and hopefully Dune Part 3 will be the delicious desert to follow.

Dune is Denis Villeneuve's vision. His art. Villeneuve has easily proven himself to be amongst the best directors not only working today but of all time. Not only is he able to create a completely engrossing world, he's able to include brilliant and at times stunning visuals whilst not letting that get in the way of story and character.

Dune Part 2 is better than Part 1, and that was already a big challenge. It's easily so far the best film of 2024, I believe it will be on top ten of the year and I can also state that when generations look back on this film they will regard this as one of the best films of the 2020s.
8/10
Cinema worthy
alex_with_a_P29 February 2024
The first Dune movie I had mixed feelings, since it felt too much like setting up pieces rather than a satisfactory story. Even if you're building a trilogy every movie should stand on it's own feet. Without ever having read the books I understand now why it is so difficult to capture them on film. Although we get a lot of story to chew here, certain characters feel still underdeveloped. To be fair I liked Part Two much more since we finally get some pay-offs from the first part. But then in the last act we get the same clunky set-ups we got in part one unfortunately. I must stress out that I enjoyed the movie quite a bit and I urge anybody to see it in cinema because it is an achievement and a sight to behold. Dennis Villeneuve and his team are masters at their craft: cinematography, editing, production design, sound & music are performing on the highest level here. It's truly rare to see this kind of united quality on a big screen, and it deserves to be up in the ranks of the biggest blockbusters. Everybody who loves going to the cinema to be immersed in another time and space should check it out. I might watch it again, just because I enjoyed it purely on a visceral level. The movie is almost three hours long but it passes by much quicker due to the great narrative flow. What I had problems with, although sounding nitpicky, is that there are so many players, that we don't get to know them very well and some important ones are dispatched of too quickly, sort of anti-climatic. Especially the ending felt kind of rushed to me. In general, but especially in the final battle I expected more losses or opposition in the fight. It almost felt too easy, no struggle. Again, this would have been great as a mini series, especially when it comes to fleshing out the antagonists. But on the other hand Vileneuve would have not gotten the budget for the location shoots, cinematography, sfx and everything else that made this so impressive if he had to operate on a streaming budget. I wished Villeneuve would release all the deleted scenes (of there are any) of this and turn it retroactively into a mini series, but since we all know his stance towards deleted scenes we know this is not going to happen. As it stands, I still enjoyed the hell out of this movie. It should be seen not only because of the immersive world and ambitious storytelling. But also to signal the big studios that audiences are tired of spectacle movies. And that they need to get their story departments in check, try to win audiences back with compelling stories rather than dangling shiny things in front of kittens.
9/10
Beautiful cinematography- needed more character development
jjohnson-260052 March 2024
This is such a beautiful movie- the sand, the costumes, the action sequences, the interior sets! It's a visual feast. We do see more of the worms this time too!

There is a character reveal part the way through, though, and I found I didn't care and didn't understand its importance. I needed more back story to care about these characters. I also found the main love story underwhelming. I'll keep watching future Dune movies, but I'm not immersed in them like I was for, say, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, or the Avengers saga. We need a movie focused on character development with a bit less battle action.
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2/10
Dune and dumber.
rolonthomas4 March 2024
What am I Missing?

I just don't get it. I'm a big fan of science fiction but I could not be more bored with this movie. It has good action, good special effects and good acting but I was so uninterested with the story line. Was there a story?

I saw Dune Part One the day before to be sure that the story would be fresh in my head. I was also hoping that Part Two would somehow help make part one more meaningful. Nope. Nothing.

I see Timothee Chalamet as an excellent actor with many great movies in his future. Austin Butler was fun to watch with his undeniable range. Zendaya's performance did absolutely nothing for me. Others were obviously there for the paycheck.

I hope others enjoy it and maybe someone can sit with me and explain the appeal because I fear that I'm the one telling "the emperor that he's not wearing any clothes".

Dune 1 & 2. Dune and dumber.
10/10
Spectacular movie!
teminka-2804617 March 2024
You won't regret if you watch Dune:Part two! Usually I don't write reviews, but it's impossible to not say how amazing this film is. Even if you are not sci-fi fan, you should watch this masterpiece!

The huge effort of the director, the whole team who invented the decors and costumes and the amazing work of the actors are making this film unforgettable!

I think the second part is even better than the first one and for this contributes mostly Austin Butler! Also the music, written by Hans Zimmer makes the audience feel deep emotions. It's unique I continue to listen the song after watching the movie.

Definitely one my favourite films!
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10/10
Dune Part II: Answer to How to Adapt A Book Perfectly
abhimaneujayan2 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is an exceptional film that delivers on all fronts. With stunning performances, adrenaline-pumping action sequences, and immersive world-building, it captivates audiences from start to finish. The cast's chemistry and talent shine through, elevating the storytelling to new heights. Denis Villeneuve masterfully crafts a thrilling cinematic experience that leaves a lasting impact. Whether you're a fan of the books or not, Dune Part 2 is a must-watch that will leave you wanting more.

The cinematography in Dune Part 2 is truly mind-blowing, enhancing the film's visual appeal and immersive experience. While the movie deviates significantly from the second part of the book, it does so for the better. Adapting a challenging book is no easy feat, yet the film succeeds in making it accessible to a wider audience by infusing it with more action. This departure from the source material does not negatively affect the film, but the more action-packed ending ultimately enriches the viewing experience, making it a thrilling ride for both fans of the book and newcomers alike.
10/10
Dune Part Two: WOW
mick-181734 March 2024
Dune Part Two: Let's start on Dune Part One: the first time watching it I was bored the whole time, but before watching Dune Two I wanted to rewatch the first one to get a clear understanding of exactly what Dune is as it is confusing as a whole. After watching Dune Part Two, it made me appreciate Dune One so much more as it did a perfect job setting up the events to happen in part two.

Dune Part Two was arguably one of the best sci-fi movies I've seen and was easily up there with movies like interstellar. Although it has a longer runtime (like interstellar) the movie was never boring at all. There's so much to the Dune plot that it's almost hard to catch all in one sitting. There is just so much to digest with this movie, the plot and character development is on spot in every scene. Easily had some of the best acting from the lead characters and did an amazing job making the audience wanting more from every person. The world building/CGI is the best I've seen since watching game of thrones and had me stunned the whole time.

I highly recommend seeing this film as it will be a staple series for this decade. I give it a confident 9.5/10.
9/10
WONDERFUL
ninjael-5688412 March 2024
Everything in this movie is simply wonderful, the photography, the script, the top-notch acting by the entire cast, the incredible direction, the effects, etc. Dune is incredible, I would watch it again and again and I'm sure that each one would find more details that I didn't see the last time. The way in which they bring this work of the genius writer behind Dune, Frank, to the big screen is incredible... The only reason why I won't give it 10 stars is because I feel that there is much more to do with this work , I know that it is impossible for the entire book to be included in a movie but I hope to continue seeing it as detailed as the following installments are going so far. In other words I LOVE DUNE IT CAPTIVED ME AND LEFT ME WITH A LOT OF INTRIGUE. Let's wait another three years, greetings...
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10/10
THIS IS WHAT CINEMA NEEDS, THANK YOU DENIS VILLENEUVE
mauriciobw27 February 2024
Dune 1 and 2 are the greatest works in cinema history, let me explain. Dune is based on Frank Herbert's sci-fi novel, but in this combo, it speaks about politics, the use of religion as a political tool for manipulating the masses, it delves into ecology, and within all that, it intertwines the romance of Paul Atreides and Chani, which challenges politics and the empire. It's a story that demands an extremely complex adaptation for a film that, combining both parts, runs around 340 minutes, but Denis Villeneuve managed to capture the essence of Frank Herbert's literary work and gave us the best sci-fi film in history.
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4/10
Mid movie.
citruscircus25 March 2024
I rate based mostly on entertainment. I wasn't very entertained, I was quite bored for most of it. It was beautiful to look at, and had triple the amount of events happening than the first movie, yet it couldn't hold my attention enough to care for it in the way the first one did. I emphasize on the beautifully shot and artistic value because it had a lot of stunning visuals, especially the black and white part. Honestly, if the lead was a different actor or he had gone about his role differently, I might've liked it more, he just doesn't have enough charisma to lead something like this, there's nothing special about his mannerisms or the way he speaks that engages enough, nothing special about his acting. He just makes me feel bad for his circumstances and then when he summons some inner power, all he conveys is sharp, empty bossiness without enough charm to warrant the role of the Messiah he's supposed to be... am I alone in thinking this? Chalamet isn't interesting to watch. There were some extended, dramatic up close shots of faces and scenery that broke up the events and action... the action was tnt-explosion-crazy, knife fighting with some interesting tech, but the coolest part was the worm riding... but not worth watching just for that imo if you enjoy thoroughly entertaining movies. For about an hour I kept waiting for it to get good and realized it probably wasn't gonna get any better. Around 2 hrs in, I was hoping it'd end soon, I just became really uninterested and bored even through the action. It felt like 4 hours. However, this isn't a terrible movie, it had its moments, compelling score, handful of events that were compelling, it's just overall skippable, I can't in good conscience recommend it to anyone except to people who think 2001 space oddysey is the best movie to ever exist. They might dig it.
10/10
A Masterpiece
chrisholliday3 March 2024
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I never right reviews often but I just have to let this one out! This film is nothing but a masterpiece just like the first one, I'm so impressed with everything from Music, Acting, Cinematography, World/ Character Building is quite unique I can't say these sort of films come around often, but without the first film this would be very confusing to understand, I thought there would be more action or maybe the action scenes to have lasted a little bit longer.. but we can't win them all! Without question Dune part 1 & 2 are my favourite movies of all time I will watch them religiously till the day I die! And Part 3 :)
6/10
Disappointed
seblivingston1 March 2024
The movie felt rushed. It felt disconnected to it's predecessor and missed to impress on a lot of areas. Sure it was visually stunning, other than there wasn't much I liked about it. Hopefully they can resurrect in the finale.

Nearly 3 hours to build something magical and incredible like they did in the first film and they dropped the ball. The acting was inconsistent and disappointing. Not sure how you flop this bad when the first film was done so right.

However that being said usually the second film of a trilogy is to build the story which they did in this film. I liked the original Dune better in this regard even though they didn't give us much. Let's see if they can close the series out properly.
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9/10
Epic, Awesome
ashmithnandy13 March 2024
This movie is a great continuation of the prequel, and it's a film that everyone should watch. Almost everything about the movie is at it's best. The movie is long, which I think is good, cause it's a massive story. The story is exciting and great from the start till the finish. The movie also has good graphics in it, and it feels like pure natural art. The music is absolutely amazing, I believe this is one of the best works of Hans Zimmer and his team. All the actors have done a great job when it comes to acting, cause everything felt so real, as if the events were happening for real. The movie lacks emotionality, which I think is not an issue, but I'm hoping that Dune Part 3 will be emotional. At the end, I really loved Dune 2, and I'm very excited for Dune 3 whenever it comes out. I believe that Dune 3 will more epic, exciting and amazing than what we've seen in Dune 2. It's my request for everyone to go and watch Dune 2, cause it's epic, awesome, great, amazing and still so much more to praise.
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10/10
Film of the decade
squeakers-554658 March 2024
I've always wished to watch films like Lord of the Rings and Star Wars in theaters, but I was simply born too late. Dune 2 made me feel like I was watching those movies in theaters, the epic sweaping shots, the massive amount of extras, the attention to detail, the costumes, every single fight looked like they spent days choreographing it. The soundtrack was the best I heard since Interstellar, and it matched the mood at every point. Honestly I thought film was going down, Disney is losing it and they own almost everything. But Dune 2 restored my hope in movies and actually made me want to pursue a career in film. Overall, this movie was epic and easily deserves a 10 star rating.
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10/10
Dune: Part Two: A Cinematic Odyssey That Surpasses Its Predecessor
lefkovitsbenett17 March 2024
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In the realm of science fiction, few sequels have managed to eclipse the grandeur and depth of their predecessors. However, "Dune: Part Two" not only meets this elusive challenge but soars beyond, delivering a cinematic experience that is as colossal in its narrative ambition as it is in its visual spectacle.

Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's seminal work continues with a narrative that is both expansive and intimate, weaving a tale that is as much about the vastness of the universe as it is about the intricacies of human emotion and power. The film picks up seamlessly from where the first installment left off, plunging the audience back into the arid yet awe-inspiring landscapes of Arrakis1.

The story's hero, Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet), is now fully entrenched in the world of the Fremen, the indigenous people of Arrakis. His journey from a naive young duke to a leader hardened by the realities of interstellar politics and war is portrayed with a sensitivity that belies the epic backdrop against which his story unfolds. Chalamet's performance is nuanced, capturing the internal struggle of a man caught between destiny and desire2.

Rebecca Ferguson returns as Lady Jessica, whose strength and complexity are given even more room to shine in this sequel. Her portrayal of a mother and a political powerhouse is compelling, adding layers to a character that could easily have been overshadowed by the grandiose setting and plot1.

The film's antagonist, House Harkonnen, is depicted with a grotesque opulence that is both repelling and fascinating. Stellan Skarsgard's Baron Harkonnen is a figure of nightmarish tyranny, his presence on screen as commanding as it is chilling2.

Villeneuve's direction is masterful, balancing the intimate moments of character development with breathtaking set pieces that showcase the film's staggering budget and technical prowess. The battle scenes are a particular highlight, with the director's use of scale and perspective creating a sense of immersion that is rarely achieved in cinema1.

The cinematography is nothing short of revolutionary. Each frame is a painting, a carefully crafted composition of light and shadow that brings the alien world of Arrakis to life. The use of color, from the deep blues of the Fremen eyes to the golden sands of the desert, is deliberate and evocative2.

The score, composed by Hans Zimmer, is a character in its own right. It is both haunting and heroic, underscoring the film's themes of legacy, loss, and the relentless pursuit of power. The music elevates the visual storytelling, creating an atmosphere that is immersive and emotionally resonant1.

"Dune: Part Two" is not without its flaws. The pacing, while mostly deliberate, occasionally falters, and some may find the film's adherence to the source material a hindrance to its narrative momentum. However, these are minor quibbles in what is otherwise a triumph of science fiction filmmaking2.

In conclusion, "Dune: Part Two" is a monumental achievement. It is a film that demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible, not just for the sheer scale of its visual ambition but for the depth of its storytelling. Villeneuve has crafted a sequel that not only honors Herbert's vision but expands upon it, creating a work that is both a fitting tribute and a standalone masterpiece. This is a film that deserves not just ten stars but a place among the pantheon of science fiction classics.
10/10
LISAN AL GAIB!
Gatoswishy24 March 2024
This was definitely the best movie of 2024, this deserves all the love.

The costumes are well designed, and the effects used for the film made it look real, the action brought the hype, and the writing and storyline definitely makes this film peak cinema.

Timothee chalamet does a great performance in the film as paul atreides, zendaya does a great performance as chani in the film as well.

Well done denis villeneuve, you really made this peak cinema.

Hollywood needs this film, This needs to be in fame.

Can't wait for dune messiah!

Overall rating: 10/10 Metascore: 100 Did I enjoy this movie: Yes.
10/10
Long love Denis Villeneuve
barbar_629 February 2024
I am massive fan of the book. And I was expecting him to take some artistic liberty. And he took a lot. But somehow it works. Now I am massive fan of his work as well.

Look at it in the same way as Lord of the Rings. A lot of things had to be changed or streamlined. And lot of things had to be omitted completely. Although I've missed a lot of things that I was hoping to see and I was very afraid that sucha complex and unique story will not work without all the intricate details that Herbert bestowed upon us in the books. But somehow ... it works. I think this is ultimately the best version that silver screen can receive. It's digestible and understandable for people that never read the books, yet satisfying and full of fan service for those who did.

Throughout the whole movie I never stopped having goosebumps. All the time. Nonstop.

Soundtrack is 10/10. Can't praise the movie enough. It will create new bar for the future sci-fi projects. I hope Denis Villeneuve will tackle rest of the books as well. And I have high hopes that I'll be satisfied in the same way as I am now.

Watch it in IMAX if you can. It deserves it.

To all the Dune fans out there ... To all of us who were waiting for this for most of our lifes, pretty much since we've finished the book for the first time. It happened. It's a reality.
8/10
Cinema brilliance, filmaking at it's best
donmurray293 March 2024
Giving this an 8.5/10 rating

The extra wait or delay was worth it, for this stunning film. Denis Villeneuve does not waste the screen at all. Denis with Jon Spaihts and Frank Herbert writing, dialogue is sharp and really to the point, quite lean considering the mighty book it comes from, this is very good indeed.

The sheer beautiful landscapes you could sit down and enjoy endlessly, the photography and camera tricks are some of the best in years, stark use of shades and colour in key scenes really do help the enjoyment for the film, along with the tight script and top acting. Everyone is good, really, really quite brilliant. Austin Butler must of had such fun with his role as he goes all out and is totally unrecognizable from real life. I could go on about everyone else, but that is not needed,

This part has a lot more action going for it since most of the cast we are familiar with, but still there is lots of good conversing, humour is nicely put in that helps the mood. Just felt a tiny bit long, but long that it bores you, so a second watch is due. Make sure to watch this on a massive screen, so do IMAX if you can.
4/10
May thy Canon chip and shatter
bpencarski17 March 2024
Am I the only one who found this movie flat? Yes, there is spectacle, but there's spectacle in transformers as well. This is by far Villeneuve's most "marvel"-ish movie. I don't know how I can love the first part so much and just find the second part so utterly boring. It is so hard to CARE about any of the characters. And there was so, so much in the book that could (should?) have been used to make the plot more interesting. I'm really confused, because I was expecting a more canonic movie - with shifting alliances and a deeper dive into the mythology of the Bene Gesserit. Alia's part was a joke, it was just such a gimmick where I'm the book it's so, so essential to the overarching conflict between the Atreides / Kwisatz Gaderach and Bene Gesserit factions. There was so much there! This version for me was way too streamlined. I'm glad everyone else liked it though.
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10/10
Best Sci-Fi Movie i've ever seen
vsabo-772299 March 2024
Even though the story of Dune is somehow similar to the story George Lucas created in his Star Wars Trilogies, Frank Herbert is one of the great sci-fi writers. As Denis Vilneuve builds the movie great around the book, really exactly how I was imagining it while I was reading. The sound and musical column in Dune are what makes this movie great. I saw it in IMAX, and I never was so shocked and think about a movie so much after I saw it. Definitely going to see the movie once again. I really enjoyed the first movie, and I like how it firsts accommodates you with the notions of Dune's universe, such as a christknife or an ornitopter or spice. In the second movie it really goes into the action of the movie. Top 3 movies I've ever seen, incredible what a talented director can do with a smaller budget for a sci-fi movie.
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10/10
Succeeds where others fail.
krillen-323255 March 2024
There aren't many films out there in which the follow up betters the first, but with DUNE Part 2 we have not only a winner but an epic masterpiece which doesn't disappoint even once. Everything works, amazing story, screenplay, script, cinematography, score, actors, the lot, Denis delivers when so many others have failed. The pace of the film was a major plus factor as well, at no point are we left questioning how we have got there, nothing was rushed unlike many other films that feel the need to overload the audience, which for me ruins a film. The only downside is we have to wait another 3 years for Part 3.
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1/10
Dune Part Two: How They Ruined a Masterpiece
triquetra0111 March 2024
The first film was a fairly faithful adaptation of the book, capturing its essence and complexity. It respected the author's vision and the fans' expectations. It portrayed the characters, the setting, and the plot with accuracy and nuance. It was a cinematic masterpiece that honored the literary masterpiece.

The second film, however, was a betrayal of the original vision, a distortion of the story and its themes. It was a travesty that mocked the book and its readers. It introduced changes that made no sense, that contradicted the logic and the spirit of the book. It altered the events, the motivations, and the outcomes of the story. It ignored the subtlety and the symbolism of the book. It sacrificed the depth and the richness of the book for something they could not even name, something that was neither art nor entertainment. It was a waste of time and money, a disappointment and a disgrace.
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7/10
It was good, but, still missing the IT factor
jhonkster18 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune 2" is an ambitious continuation of the epic saga, delivering stunning visuals and a gripping narrative that captivates audiences. While the film is undeniably a cinematic triumph, it's not without its shortcomings.

Notably, the adaptation overlooks critical aspects such as 'the weirding way' and 'prana-bindu'-key elements of Herbert's universe that enrich the lore and depth of the story. Lynch's way maybe was a bad representation with the sounds guns and stuff (keep in mind the age and lack of tech like today).

Moreover, the marginalization of Alia Atreides' role diminishes the character's significance and her intricate relationship with the overarching plot. These omissions, while not detracting from the overall enjoyment of the movie, leave a palpable void for fans familiar with the source material.
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5/10
Huge disappointment.
joosia7 March 2024
Top notch CGI and sound design and some amazing camera work. However nearly 3h of CGI explosions and no substance is not the way to go. Too much is too much. It loses all the impact and frankly gets really, really boring. And I have never been this bored for over 2 hours.

The few minutes the movie tried to actually tell a story failed miserably because there simply wasn't any time to the build the characters or build the world.. The contrast to part one is huge. The pacing might have been slightly too slow on the first part, but that kept the movie actually really interesting. You could feel the of the world and the lore and all the mysticism surrounding it. All that was gone now and you couldn't care less for the character.

If you are in for constant cgi action with poor fighting choreography, you'll probably enjoy this one, but if you're looking some depth and an actual movie instead of theme park ride, probably better to skip this one.
1/10
How do they dismount the worms?
kabvanheyst2 March 2024
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Another visually stunning submission by director Denis Villeneuve that tragically falls short of the mark.

The task of translating Herbert's massive literary Dune universe to screen is by no means an easy feat; unfortunately, it is a feat that perhaps does not need to be attempted. The convoluted storyline results in an ill-paced cinematic experience, where parts of the film's 3-hour runtime seem to drag for an eternity, whilst others are skimmed and skipped over. The film leaves too many questions unanswered, and despite its considerable runtime, many characters and plot lines are not afforded enough time to properly develop and shine.

The likes of Austin Butler are wasted in this film, with a compelling and interesting character who ultimately has a total of 10 minutes screen time and is swiftly and predictably killed off.

The likening of this film's "epic battle sequence" to The Lord of the Rings- or indeed any grand cinematic battle sequence of recent decades- is frankly insulting. If you are watching this film with the expectation that the battles will be a transformative cinematic experience, prepare to be disappointed by a 5-minute sequence that ends as swiftly as it begins. Countless more deserving films could be afforded this high praise.

The film's present critical and audience reception is by far its biggest weakness, setting expectations that cannot and are not met. The bar needs to be lowered for this film to successfully impress. It's beautiful, and features a stacked cast, but it is not genre-defining, nor is it's script remotely noteworthy. If you are seeking a visual feast of a sci-fi film, the director offers many more impressive submissions.

Chalamet fans who are craving a film with noteworthy action sequences that features the actor in a position of leadership and power are better off trying Netflix's "The King". For a Hans Zimmer-scored cinematographic marvel featuring a stacked cast including young Chalamet, stick with Nolan's "Interstellar".

Lower expectations and find the film an adequate cinema experience.
5/10
WHO GIVE 9 OR 10 NEVER SAW THE ORIGINAL
abisio5 March 2024
DUNE (1994 version) was directed by David Lynch and highly critized because of the voice in off; mostly by Virginia Madsen. But Lynch made the whole book in less than two and a half hours (there an extended version but not signed for him) incredible visual effects and outstanding WORMS.

:yinch took out a lot of unneccesary parts from the book and the movie was very easy to follow and entertaining.

This one; basically the same movie but in almost 6 hours and the WORMS are not even close to the original one. Denis Villeneuve kept almost everything from the book and the movie bacame too long, tedious for moments and not that easy to follow' this is basically the extended Lynch never approved.

Not suprising because all of his movies overstayed its welcome and he paid attention to details that are far from entertining.

One good thing is Javier Barden doing what he can to believe and save the movie. The rest of the cast; look tired not that not entertained. Suprising because many of them are really good actors in other movies.

The other good thing is that it looks like there will be DUNE THIRD PART which was only made in cheap serial and perhpas is most interesting; but I really doubt it will be short as the series

In bief; save time and see the original.
5/10
What did I miss?
Persora7 March 2024
I am stunned to see so many 10 star reviews! I think I must have missed something because I thought it was a let down, especially compared to the first film.

I mean this one is completely over the top and not in a good way.

After all the poster should have given it away, it looks so bad as if they had caught a desert stomach flu.

The acting is mediocre at best, ridiculous at worst (Zendaya and her pouting , Timothée and his screaming). Only Javier Bardem was somewhat endearing and provided some comic relief (hopefully it was intentional).

For someone who split the film into two parts to have enough time to tell the story properly it was extremely rushed. Where the first part really took the time to develop the plot this one just goes all over the place making it hard to follow and understand. Some things just don't make sense, and this time I'm not talking about the sand spice! What's with the sudden character changes out of the blue and don't get me started on the talking foetus!

It's also extremely aggressive on the senses. The scene with Austin Butler in the arena was almost physically painful to watch with a mix of the loudest noise (mr Zimmer, it's not because you make it louder that the music suddenly becomes good) and weird colour way. I'm glad it didn't last too long.

Overall I didn't spend a good time in front of that part.

The best thing to come out of this film are all the memes about the Lisan Al-Gaib and the sand worm so I'm going to console myself with that at least.
9/10
Fun ride
saruman-61 March 2024
First of all, what an excellent movie. Great story and script, wonderful director, great atmosphere and good cast. The second dune is little more action packed than the first and the whole atmosphere In the movie is little bit different, both are great thou. Cast as I sain is excellent, Timothee Chalamet is convincing as a Paul Atreides but also Stellan Skarsgård, Florence Pugh and Zendaya are good. But biggest points go to the magnificent Austin Butler, Oscar worthy acting. The director mr Villeneuve is very precise and let his actors to shine. And the music in the movie is very haunting, in a good way. Overall, great movie, almost three hours long,but didn't feel like it.
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5/10
Dune is empty like it's desert landscapes
jrjadue24 March 2024
It's scary that this film is rated as high as it is. Although it is true to the book it lacks substance. Most viewers will not be able to name 5 characters in the film because frankly it's impossible to get invested in them. I've seen marvel, Michael Bay, and dream works movies with more character development. The attention to religious fundamentals and economics is true to its source material but not enough to have a meaningful conversation on it. The film just like the book, has a white savior element that is just uncomfortable. Dune is essentially a white man that tries to liberate an arab-like community from their colonist overlords. None of the characters are likeable and most lack cohesive motivations but hey, zendya is in it and her eyebrows do all the acting. The celebration of this film and most films of this age is alarming. They lack depth, characters that resonate and a cohesive plot. I regretted wasting three hours watching this and I regret reading the book.
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10/10
Masterful Adaptation
I've never given a perfect score as I don't believe perfection can ever be achieved yet Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of the incredibly complex and convoluted world of Dune is pure genius. It's better than 9 stars. When I go to see any movie version of a book it is with the low expectations of hoping to see something reasonably close to the writer's vision. Villeneuve, however, makes major revisions to the story line and its focus and yet weaves all the depth and meaning Frank Herbert crafted into his story in a little over two hour viewing time. And the cinematography is stunning. A masterpiece by one of today's best directors.
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10/10
NO WORDS
macauleyami3 March 2024
The best sequel I have ever seen in cinema. A masterpiece.

Coming into Dune Part Two on day 2 of it's UK wide release and having already seen the unwavering reviews I was in high anticipation for what I believed could be the triumph in cinema we have been needing for quite some time. A feat that could actually set me up for disappointment. However, true to the words of my predecessors who saw the film before me, it was simply otherworldly.

Denis is a visionary. A creative mind that only comes around in Hollywood once in a blue moon. This film is beautiful, it's vivid, it's dense in all the best ways.

IMAX has to be a non negotiable. The images and sound are unlike many movies I have ever seen.

Go and see this picture immediately.
6/10
Too much copying of the Middle East
KatieDuncan445 March 2024
My perspective so you understand my review better:

I'm American, from New York originally. Too poor right now or ever to leave the country! I haven't watched the other Dune movies. And haven't read the Dune books. I'm also shallow. I don't watch horror because the monsters are ugly and I don't want to look at it. But, I can read horror books. No visuals. If I were to write a horror screenplay. I'd write a beautiful monster.

Okay my review:

I watched a Brazilian soap opera called O Clone. Many of the main characters in that soap were Muslim. They were beautiful. Especially when not in public, because, hello modesty! So, I can understand Muslims and different ethnicities such as the Arabs, Persians, Urdu, Igbo, etc can be beautiful people with beautiful costumes and customs and buildings. At least in a Brazilian soap opera!!

Why do I bring this up?

Well, I'm glad you asked!

This Dune movie seems to be a Muslim knock off.

I may be an American bumkin who hasn't left the country but, I have heard Arabic, I have heard of the words Makdi and Jin and know what they mean. I know how religious people dress.

This movie copied it all!! Along with other Muslim references.

And I'm sorry to be so simple and shallow. But this movie has ugly protagonists people in sad, ugly outfits. They have ugly villain people in sad, ugly outfits.

They have ugly buildings. They have ugly sand dunes. An ugly dessert.

Even annoying background classical music the whole time. I'm not sure what kind of classical music that is. Too dramatic what ever it is.

I mean the cinematography is impressive and I get how someone can think it's classy looking for that reason.

I mean the movie is too much of a Muslim copying knock off and so it's hard for me to get over that. It just makes it too uncreative. And, I don't know if I'd be offended if I were Muslim or not. But, in my Brazilian Soap Opera there was more respect for them and humanity in them. A picture of a people with a life and a soul and a rich culture was shown.

Visually, and culturally it's offensive. But, not only that, the copying of the plot religious wise is offensive too!! I mean the plot makes too many references to religious prophecies and predictions and it's offensive because it's just not right to exploit something holy like that. Not just prophecies but even prayer customs.

And these fake Muslims are at war with another people. And their holy war and struggles in this movie seems really offensive to me too. I mean, they are making cinema and entertainment of the struggles of middle easterners and Africans? I don't know how to think of this.

This movie tries to act emotional and show their struggles but it seems to make everyone a caricature rather than a real people with a soul and life.

The movie is really a one note plot too. It's like overly milking the lead up to war and figuring out all that.

I don't understand why they have so many sword fights in advanced technology societies.

They show sand. And underground tunnels or rooms? I'm not even sure. I need a map. I wish the movie showed architecture or cities or something. I just saw and scenes with a lot of people. Not able to gain a sense of what this world is.

Well anyway, dramatic music, cinematography and serious war conversations aside, it's hard for me to take this movie seriously because of everything that I mentioned.

This movie has high reviews because it seems people are simps for high, intense, over drama cinamentography and over the top emotional war drama it seems.

And it's forever long. And drags on that one note forever!
10/10
11/10 movie no doubt
noel-720492 March 2024
The story are 10/10. The movie let Time to explain every detail. The actors was picked perfect and we not talk about the acting performance. The transition from story to action/war. The music from Hans Zimmer combine perfect with movie scenes. The script was extremely well written and perfectly thought through. It's have a very very good story, has a good action and has a little bit romantic but not much. When you watch this movie you feel every scene with emotional. Finally my opinion are a 11/10 because it has every think in it. For example It has action, a little bit romantic and The story takes time from dune 1 to dune 2.
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10/10
Villeneuve has done it again!!
david_gdvb10 March 2024
What can I say. The images of the locations are spectacular, with the sun in so many angles. The acting by the winner of the Oscar Javier Bardem again overwhelmingly good. Also seeing him on screen again with the actor & nominee of the Oscar Josh Brolin wowwwwww. I believe acting has to have character & this is something you totally find in DUNE.

I hated so much but in a good way seeing the main character of Elvis, Austin Blutler (also the surname of the character he played in this movie) being the most evil sadistic villain. The French actress Léa Seydoux always making steps forward in her career being so good & the French touch is always special.

Lastly Chalamet is getting to such an amazing level together with Zendaya they make a great onscreen show. Also Rebecca Ferguson is growing up so fast in her acting career as well as. Stellar Skarsgård acting as always making hard choices look easy. Carrying those extra 40 pounds & taking pills to avoid going to the toilet while shooting happened.

Christopher Walken was the cherry on top together with one of the greatest music movie makers of all times' for me the best of this Century Hans Zimmer.

Expect to have a blast in both movies but specially the second one is even better than the 1st one because the improved where they had to improve. Sure it will win more than 1 Oscar.
10/10
Outstanding
pritch5334 March 2024
Absolutely outstanding. I'm so glad that this book was split into two films. Perfect storytelling. Visually stunning and Chalamet really leas this film. The score was outstanding too. Everything about it was perfect just like Part 1. It's been a long time someone has been able to do something like this. The last time something like this blew me away it was TLOTR trilogy. This is the Two Towers of sci-fi. I really hope Denis Villeneuve gets to do Dune Messiah. It'll really show all the new fans the real meaning of the story. I'm also so excited to see what Denis Villeneuve does with Rendezvous with Rama now. This scale on that story may blow Dune out the water.
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1/10
Slow, uninspiring, borng
jamiejimbothomas4 March 2024
I think the second film just confirmed that Dune isn't for me.

I found the first one rather long and a bit boring. This second part didn't do much to change my mind. I gave it a try through.

Some things didn't make sense.

1. Why, if there are rifles/laser weapons are the majority of the battles found hand to hand with swords? Especially when protecting the valuable Spice depot on Arrakis. It seemed like a really illogical move and a terrible military tactic. I felt like it was done more for the visual "spectacle" of having hand to hand fighting but it didn't make sense in universe.

2. The Fremen seemingly have to trek great distances to get to these attack sites, there was a scene near the end where their army all.aprar St the top of the sand dune by the depot and would be absolutely knackered by the time they traversed the miles of sand between them and the enemy

3. This brings me on to my point about them "riding" the worms as they seemingly have little control apart from nominal left and right movement. You never see them stopping the worms and dismounting. The worms never seem to stop so you would likely have to leap off, almost certainly to your death.

Linked into this there were scenes where there was a whole caravan of people including Lady Jessica in a Fremen style Sedan chair, how the hell did they all safely mount the worm and remain tethered and again how did they all dismount?

Lastly there was the horrible dirge of Hans Zimmer's "score". I know this is just personal taste, but I prefer music with a theme and melody rather than just atonal blats from a foghorn.

I'm sure Dune fans will absolutely love this and I'm pleased they've got a faithful adaptation. I also recognise the efforts of the cast and crew I just found it to be overly long and a bit dull.

This was a watch once and don't need to see it again film for me.

I won't be watching the next one.

So caught up in it's own mythology that it fails to give any interesting characters that you can root for.

It inspires no emotional engagement when the characters are all dull.

Visually bland.
6/10
Pass the Water of Life....
stevipp3 March 2024
I loved the first film but sadly, for me, this film was just more of the same and flatter somehow.

I didn't feel the music and sound had the same impact as the first film - or maybe it wasn't as novel as when shown in the first film. I enjoyed the film on the whole, and was engaged but it felt rather empty somehow. The special effects were all very good but the setting and action just felt like a continuation of the last film (which of course it was) but it left me wanting more - despite the new characters. When it finished and the lights came up, everyone just sat there rather silent and it felt like we'd all been a bit lulled rather than having just watched something special. A shame as I've been looking forward to seeing this for ages. It also felt very much like this film series is just going to stretch on and on and on for years to come in order to cover the whole story and books. I will wait for them to be streamed next time rather than bothering to experience them in a cinema.
8/10
Perspective from a lifelong Dune fan
obrownmba3 March 2024
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This is a long review. So, thanks in advance for reading. Even if no one ever reads this I need to get the thoughts out of my head.

I will give my background hopefully to inform the perspective of my review.

Dune is my favorite book, and I re-read it every other year or so and have done for the past 30+ years. The quality declines quickly after the first book, but the first book is a masterpiece. It is the best singular work of fiction in my opinion. Every time I read it; I discover something new.

In addition, I am a huge fan on the '84 Dune. I understand this seems to be a divisive comment for many. And I find that sad that people can't just tolerate that others have different tastes.

I have consumed any new adaptation of Dune, whether it be TV series or movie. The '21 Dune was something that just didn't click for me. I understand there were some production constraints due to the pandemic which made the editing difficult if not impossible, and in my opinion there were some critical errors made in casting. I say that because although I was excited for Dune Part Two my expectations were certainly measured.

Denis Villeneuve (and his production team) are the great cinematographers & art directors of our time. The images Denis puts to screen are magnificent. However just because you frame a beautiful scene does not necessarily mean you have created an engaging screenplay. And I think the area where his Dune adaptations fall short of being perfect 10/10 is in the misfires in casting.

The '84 Dune exceeds the adaption in casting in ALMOST every way. Timothee, Zendaya, Momoa, Walken, Bautista, Brolin. These are actors who I enjoy greatly. But they are cast in these movies based upon looking a certain way. They are not great fits for the roles. Yet, Dune Part Two succeeds in spite of this. I honestly don't see how you can try to argue the casting. You want to tell me that Jason Momoa is a better Ducan Idaho than Richard Jordan? Chris Walken. I mean I love the guy. But it's a very odd choice for Emperor. I think the movie succeeds IN SPITE of Timothee and Zendaya not being particularly strong leads. I love DRAX, best comic relief sidekick ever. But lets be honest Bautista's dramatic acting chops are not top tier. There were of course a few upgrades. Rebecca Ferguson & Florence Pugh were excellent. I don't think Javier Bardem was great as Stilgar in Part One, but in Part Two he absolutely carried the movie. His performance blew me away. It gave the movie heart.

The screenplay of Dune Part Two was a great improvement over part one. It was exceptionally true to the books. Other than the exclusion of the Guild Navigators (that was disappointing). The screenplay brilliantly captured the messiah elements. The only critique I would make is that the Geidi Prime scenes (which was a surreal detour into German expressionism) consumed too much run time which caused the climax and last act to feel rushed and unearned. There was a decision to feature Feyd (feels like a Hollywood $ decision) much more than in the book, and this takes away from other elements in the movie. Alia (The Knife) Atreides was excellent. The way they presented her character was brilliant. ATJ was Alia. Well, that's genius.

Great day I bet you are thinking. Did you even like the movie? YES.

The movie was exceptional.

It moved me emotionally many times. The scene where Paul rides the grandfather worm moved me to tears. The pacing for a long movie was excellent. The effects were incredible. Sound design incredible. Art direction incredible. Score incredible.

Dune Part Two was an improvement upon Dune Part One. And I think its fair to say that's a consensus.

I hope this movie makes a lot of money and I intend to see it a few more times in cinema. Despite its shortcomings in casting (which you may or may not agree with) it is a brilliant piece of cinema. And we as fans should support it so that we will be rewarded with another installment.
10/10
Beautiful, Captivating, Iconic
famontelongo4 March 2024
A cinematic masterpiece: Denis Villaneuve's vision is a masterful and beautiful adaptation of this great story. Top tier on all levels, this film had me hooked from beginning to end, I loved every minute of it. This was cinema and sci-fi at its best. The scope was epic, the shots were beautiful, the characters are iconic, and the music is captivating.

The world of dune has never felt more real and lived in, the set design is beautiful and filled with details. The characters are endearing and interesting.

Hans has done it again with an amazing score that gave me chills and immersed me into the story from beginning to the end.

A perfect 10/10.

Cinematography - 10 Music - 10 Story - 10 Dialogue - 10 Acting - 10 Set Design - 10 Costume Design -10 VFX - 10.
10/10
Spectacular Sci-fi (watch it on IMAX)
manuu-358-8255803 March 2024
Drove 300km to watch this movie on IMAX, it was totally worth it. Get to the biggest screen possible.

You would be mesmerized by the visuals and music and would just sit back and let them wash over you. Alongside you have brilliant cast who give their best.

I wish Feud-Reutha, the emporer and his daughter characters are more fleshed out. Denis shows why he is one of the best directors of our generation, his world building if flawless and he was true to the books with very minor deviations.

I hope everyone catches this on big screen, we dont get pure artistic movies like this made with such passion.
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6/10
What happened during editing?
koreon-2521618 March 2024
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The film looks great, sounds great, and generally delivers on the payoffs set up in the first film, however the magic of arrakis and the depth of all characters seem to be missing entirely.

The worms are reduced to transport and war machines with no explanation of their relationship with spice and shown so often their visual impact is nonexistent by the end.

No discussion of bringing water to the desert or the fremen's devotion to making the land habitable, reducing the fremen to an army of worshippers for paul who's only purpose is to choose whether or not to believe in him.

We already knew from the first movie that paul would be the messiah, there was plenty of time to flesh out other characters and with everything else that was ignored, that should have been the focus. Instead, the film was more concerned with getting from one action setpiece to the next without much thought given to why or how. This leaves many scenes and character actions feeling disjointed or confusing. Gone is the internal logic of the story, replaced with raw justification for spectacle. The lore of the world is not expanded, instead it somehow shrinks as characters are killed off or have their agency stripped away for the sake of the plot with the only real new information being about the water of life (which is poorly explained with its relationship to spice and the worms, not to mention Jessica's unborn daughter).

Too much wasted time for such a long film. I would normally be more generous and give it a 7 but this is far from the perfect movie it's being praised to be and even farther from a perfect science fiction movie.
8/10
How evil prevails in fundementalism
Jithindurden2 March 2024
The first thought I had was that it was a bit underwhelming after seeing unanimous praise everywhere about this being way better than the first part and called as one of the best modern sci-fi. I mean, I do think this is a pretty great movie but only as good as the first part. While it does some things in the narrative more focused, that's mostly because those were just getting set up in the first part. The pacing is pretty off here and the way most of the action scenes are not really given more importance than simple narrative formula, it still felt unfinished at the end. It didn't really use the villains much either as it was all set-ups that felt anti-climatic. But even with all those problems, it was still effective in showcasing the evil that can rise from fundamentalism. The way Javier Bardem's lines were funny throughout the movie is also a reminder of how evil can spread through righteousness and earnestness when you are forced to be blinded by indoctrination that uses their rightful hatred. I really do hope the next part Messiah is still made, since this still feels very unfinished.
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8/10
A Transportive Cinematic Experience
vinniec-535365 March 2024
'Dune: Part Two' picks up directly where the first left off, with Paul Atreides and his mother, Lady Jessica, still on the run after the surprise attack on House Atreides by the brutal Harkonnens. Now allied with the Fremen of Arrakis, the two survivors must learn the natives' ways if they are to survive the desert planet's harsh conditions. That will not be their only challenge, though, as the threat of House Harkonnen remains and Paul's destiny approaches...

For me, the most interesting aspect of 'Dune' is its mythology and lore, which combines classic sci-fi elements with a surprising amount of religious undertones. 'Part Two' dives deeper into the prophecies that foretell the coming of the Kwisatz Haderach, a messianic figure who is destined to free the Fremen from the oppression of offworlders and lead humanity to a better future. Some believe Paul to be this savior, while others insist the prophecies are nothing more than stories meant to further enslave the Fremen by instilling false hope. This creates a compelling clash of ideologies, represented by Stilgar's faith in his beliefs versus Chani's devotion to her people, with both sides having valid arguments. Even Paul himself sometimes struggles with the massive expectations thrust upon him by the believers. However, he's not above using them to his advantage by means of manipulation, giving him a layer of complexity not seen in most typical "heroes".

The characters, and the actors who portray them, are another of the film's highlights. Timothée Chalamet brings a new intensity to the role of Paul Atreides not seen in 'Part One', further cementing him as one of the finest young performers of our generation. Rebecca Ferguson (Lady Jessica) does the same, along with something else I certainly wasn't expecting: straight-up freakiness. Nearly everyone in the cast is great, save for Christopher Walken who feels... out of place as the Emperor. The film's MVP, though, is easily Austin Butler's Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, who delivers an absolutely spine-chilling performance akin to Heath Ledger's Joker and Javier Bardem's Anton Chigurh.

Some may claim 'Dune: Part Two's greatest strengths lie in its technical elements, which serve to elevate the film even higher. Its cinematography, production design, sound, and visual effects work in tandem to stimulate the senses and create one of the most transportive cinematic experiences I've had. From the first scene on the sands of Arrakis my eyes were wide open and glued to the screen. Unfortunately, I found the climax of the film to be underwhelming. It begins in epic fashion yet ends quite abruptly shortly after, which is especially disappointing given how well the filmmakers lay the groundwork for the conflict over the course of both movies. It's still an enjoyable sequence but ultimately felt anticlimactic after all the buildup.

Although 'Dune: Part Two' may not fully live up to the hype, in my book, I absolutely do not regret spending my time and money on it. The film takes everything I enjoyed about its predecessor and builds upon it in (mostly) satisfying ways while introducing intriguing new layers to the characters and mythology. Just do yourself a favor and see it on the biggest screen possible, because this is the kind of movie made for the theatrical experience. I can now safely say that the 'Dune' franchise has me hooked, and with the promise of a third installment on the way, I eagerly await my next adventure to Arrakis.
10/10
Masterpiece
fearlesssugan4 March 2024
Absolutely breathtaking movie I watched in recent times, everyone nailed it, background score omg mind blowing by hans zimmer, I wonder how Denis Villanueve managed to pull everything under 200million budget, I am lack of words simply an masterpiece movie, cinematography big thumbs up, VFX big big thumbs 👍🏻, timothee and zendaya they lived in their characters, timothee he is in absolute beast mode in this movie to be honest after a long time I can see his potential and zendaya acting is lovable and beast mode performance, chain character the way she delivered emotion, love , anger and caring is the best from zendaya, do watch this movie in IMAX format you won't be disappointed for sure, I watched this movie 3rd time and I love it.
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9/10
I am SPEECHLESS and want MORE!
zartes2 March 2024
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FUNNY COMMENT: A giant cult follows a brave teenage boy with mommy issues, who suffered the death of his father, gets visions in his sleep, is constantly on red drugs that make him halucinate, and drank poison from worms that make him halucinate even more!

SHORT REVIEW: All jokes aside, this movie was spectacular. With amazing storytelling and music that immerses you in this sci-fi, fantazy world. The most beautiful scenery and images in every scene. And acting that just can't be complained about. But the story suffers from poor character writing in some parts.

SOUNDS AND SOUNDTRACK: I saw the movie in the cinema with Dolby Surroundsound and it was one of the greatest experiences with sound i have had. Hans Zimmer made a track that is unique and fitting the genre of sci-fi, and the setting. I will definitely check out the soundtrack later.

STORY AND STORYTELLING: The story fit in extremely well with its precursor and very few if any bad kliches. It was thought out, thought provoking, and emotionally provoking. There was very little i thought could have been done differently: Paul's sudden change of heart regarding being leader, felt dissatisfying as he had no inner conflict with his choices or embarassment towards Chani. The death of Rabban i thought was too fast, being done in only 3 or 4 moves, with little to no emotional satisfaction. The twist of the baron being his grandfather felt a little unasked for. But if it plays a bigger role in the third installment, it won't be a problem. And lastly the death of Feyd Rautha. I enjoyed Austin Butlers character enormesly and didnt like seeing him die. But also think that his death was very well writin and epic. I no longer see Austin Butler for his role as Elvis.

THE PACING: It felt very thought through and worked well on the big screen. It really gave way for us to enjoy the stunning images, without feeling forced. Though i wanted more of Paul and Chani's chemistry, and a scene with Paul telling her about his visions of her. I think that would have shown their tight bond, and make the ending even more heart crushing.

FINAL RATING: 9,3 -Alvin Bladt 16yo.
4/10
Devoided of any meaning.
chrassart2 March 2024
The movie discarded any interesting factor that contributed to the success of the original content. It lacked the character construction and sociological meaning associated with Dune and replaced it by bland and jagged action packed scenes. The first movie had is flaws and its merits, but at least it was visually appealing. The second chapter offers us instead a pletora of dragged out desert scene and a monotone grey palette that leaves the spectator in want of a certain form of life at the screen. The movie takes a enormous time to get to speed at first, only for the scenario to feel rushed nearing the end of the movie.
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10/10
Unreal
scottmartin-515292 March 2024
This movie is a must watch by any movie fan! Austin Butler was so convincing in his performance it blew me away! This move is one for the ages and must be viewed! The scenery in the film was so immersive you felt like you was with the film with them. The story arch for the characters had been good and the story that has an individual rising is always a great idea. I'm so excited to see the holy war that's coming to Dune. In conclusion, movies this day and age are good but this movie takes me back to the days of Star Wars and other movies that made you excited to see the next film! This movie does all that and more!
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10/10
I haven't felt this way after a movie EVER.
austinryansae3 March 2024
I went to the 10:15 pm showing of this movie.

Unfortunately, I'm a notorious night film sleeper. Just to give you a taste of what I mean, I fell asleep during John Wick 4 during that same 10:15pm showtime. (How is that possible? I don't know).

I did not miss one second of Dune: Part Two. I was immersed in the experience from the moment the film started.

Villeneuve's visuals were stunning and the score enhanced the experience 10-fold. I'm far too young to have seen the original Star Wars or 2001: A Space Odyssey in theaters, but I can imagine the buzz that that audience felt leaving the cinema knowing that they had just seen something that they didn't think was possible on film.

I have never seen anything remotely like this. It's artistic, but not pretentious. It's complex, but not convoluted. It's a master class in the power of sound.

10/10.
10/10
Enthralling
michaelhs4 March 2024
Not a word I use lightly, but for the first time in years I was sat in the cinema and gave no thought to anything other than the film. It absolutely demands your focus and rewards you for supplying it.

Other than leaving you desperately wanting more, there are no negatives to write about.

The positives are myriad. The visual effects, the sound design, the acting, the story. All impeccable. There are so many moments of stress but just as many of triumph. You will experience the catharsis of the characters as intensely as they feel it.

I can't wait for the inevitable supercut that combines this and the first film, as they could have seamlessly blended them into an over 5 hour epic.
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7/10
Visually stunning again... but
eddmurua1 March 2024
Again Villeneuve gives us a perfect visual masterpiece with added perfection in score, production design and special effects, plus impossibly epic set pieces and action sequences.

But with all the groundwork done in part 1, the sequel meanders a bit too much with some things happening, but not a lot of things happening, which can make the movie a bit... slow at times. Let's just say slow.

In particular, everything scene with Zendaya gets a bit boring and uneventful and she just doesn't do anything for me, giving the only bad and unnatural performance (in general, of course she has a couple of nice line deliveries here and there).

Having said that, the greater actors and characters are the ones giving us the most thrilling scenes and intrigues. Ferguson and everything about the Bene Gesserit; Butler and Skarsgard and everything Harkonnen; Bardem and the Freemen culture. In the end, this type of movie deserves to be seen on a Cinema, regardless of how close to perfect it is or not.
7/10
Enjoyable if you've not read the books albeit long.
comps-784-382653 March 2024
I recently watched the part 1 and was surprised to found it enjoyable, therefore wanted to continue the saga.

I've not read the books and certainly believe in any film it should not required prior knowledge from books. This and the previous film I found enjoyable and explained everything

It's a bit like game of thrones in sci-fi fantasy world. Star wars meets game of thrones (I gather Dune pre-dates Star Wars and so I can see where perhaps Star Wars borrowed a lot from Dune)

Very watchable, very loud, good acting, visually very good, my only minor criticism at 2hrs 40 minutes it's quite long

Yes I enjoyed it, haven't read the books (and don't intend to) but solid 7.5/10 Well worth a watch (provided you watch part1)
9/10
Frank Herbert would be proud.
sbertk11 March 2024
As an avid lover and reader of Frank Herbert's Dune, as well as the sequel's written by his son Brian, and inspired by the notes he left for the Dune Universe. I'll start by saying this movie is beautiful. There were a few hiccups and story/plot and timeline changes that would be imperceptible to a non-reader. I question why some of those decisions were made, especially in regards to Chani's story. However in the context we are given in the movie, I assume they are pushing for a third, to see Chani and Maud Dib's story to full fruition. I am excited to see a part three, if the first two are any indication of how cinematically adventurous and humbling it could be, I wait with bated breath and cross both fingers. 9/10, solely based on a few minor script errors and plot changes. I feel Frank would have been delighted to see his world given to us, I'm curious to know what Brian thinks.
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6/10
I can see where all the production issues were
davemarccoleman5 March 2024
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Having enjoyed the sheer scale and artistic vision of the first episode of Dune, I couldn't not see this in the cinema. All those elements return, along with a host of perfect faces in the cast, standout performers clearly being Rebecca Ferguson and Javier Bardem. There were just 3 problems I had which knocked a star off my rating each.

The beginning was overlong and dull. I grew sick of Chalamets face and all the reverence by his people (perhaps that was the point). All this buildup for a Messiah character, ok we get it, it's quite boring to see the prophecy coming true too.

Plot advancement seemed to jump forward extremely quickly between scenes, one instance being when he's sent out into the desert on a survival trial, but the next minute he's back with the crew attacking the bad guys. Talking of the bad guys, the viewing experience was far more enjoyable to me whenever they had screen time, welcome relief from 'Mary Sue' Paul. The Harkonnens are a disgustingly evil bunch of folks and deserved more backstory.

Then the anticipated epic final battle, what a dud. It's over in the blink of an eye and wraps up the film awkwardly. I was expecting the film to end just before this part, setting up a mouthwatering finale in part 3, so I wonder if there really is going to be one due to this ending.

Overall a must watch if you've seen the first. +Strong cinematics, -weak storytelling.
10/10
A Spectacular Continuation of Epic Proportions
robijahun15 March 2024
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In a cinematic landscape filled with sequels that often fail to capture the magic of their predecessors, "Dune Part 2" emerges as a shining beacon of excellence, surpassing all expectations and solidifying its place as a modern masterpiece.

Director Denis Villeneuve's visionary storytelling reaches new heights in this second installment of the Dune saga, seamlessly picking up where the first film left off and catapulting audiences deeper into the rich and intricate universe crafted by Frank Herbert.

From the mesmerizing visuals to the impeccable performances, every aspect of "Dune Part 2" exudes brilliance. Timothée Chalamet continues to impress as the conflicted hero, Paul Atreides, his portrayal imbued with depth and nuance that captivates from start to finish. And alongside him, an ensemble cast delivers powerhouse performances, with each character breathing life into Herbert's iconic creations.

Villeneuve's direction is nothing short of masterful, effortlessly balancing grand-scale action sequences with intimate character moments. Every frame feels meticulously crafted, showcasing the director's unparalleled skill in bringing Herbert's epic tale to life on the big screen.

But perhaps what truly sets "Dune Part 2" apart is its unwavering commitment to exploring complex themes and ideas. Beneath the surface-level spectacle lies a thought-provoking narrative that delves into politics, religion, and the very essence of humanity itself. It's a film that challenges audiences to ponder the nature of power, destiny, and the consequences of our actions-a rare feat in mainstream cinema.

Of course, it would be remiss not to mention Hans Zimmer's haunting score, which serves as the perfect accompaniment to the on-screen drama, elevating every moment with its emotive melodies and pulsating rhythms.

In the end, "Dune Part 2" isn't just a movie-it's an experience. It's a testament to the power of storytelling and the boundless potential of cinema to transport us to worlds beyond our imagination. So, whether you're a die-hard fan of the source material or simply someone in search of an unforgettable cinematic journey, "Dune Part 2" promises to deliver in spades. Strap yourself in and prepare to be swept away on an epic adventure unlike any other.
10/10
WOW best movie of all time, what a master piece.
philiplgs-5465217 March 2024
The film is a masterpiece, flawlessly executed with a meticulous attention to detail, earning a perfect score of 10/10. It defies description; the director demonstrates an unparalleled mastery of his craft. Truly, a magician at work! In my estimation, it stands as the pinnacle of cinematic achievement thus far. I was enveloped in goosebumps from start to finish, particularly when experienced on the grand scale of IMAX or a comparable venue, truly enhancing its immersive qualities as a cinematic spectacle. The performances by the cast were nothing short of exceptional, each earning a perfect rating of 10/10 for their contributions to the film's brilliance.
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8.8? What a jumbled mess
dukeb0y30 March 2024
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Spoilers! Lots of them.

Let's take the following ideas.

Star Wars, American Civil War, The Bible, The Quran, Tremors the movie, Star Gate, Gladiator movies, And more... And mixed them together and you get this movie.

First I find it interesting to use American slang, in this movie on a distant planet 10,000 years from now. Also, is the temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius and who cares.

Has a normal sword fighting but hey we got laser guns too but we just won't use them all the time.

And rocket launchers, flame throwers, but no pistols.

Plenty of killings if that's your thing.

So what do we get from the bible? First of all your demons and possession. Along with The Living Water or it could be deadly water depending on your face. Gee where do we get that?

If you run out of original ideas, use the Bible.

Who can't forget the Quran because, all the southerners are praying like Muslims. Talk like them too, look like them too, right out of the desert.

Now we got these sand creatures that live under the sand. Tremors but hey at least a special effects were better. Star Wars Return of the Jedi had a creature that just like to suck people down. Man where has originality gone?

Yeah we got the North and the South just like the Civil War. The Northerners have the water and Southerners have the desert. Kind of like our civil war, Northerners had the industry and Southerners had the cotton.

Just like the Roman Colosseum we got Gladiator action. That is just so original.

Of course we've got Stargate with a symbiote or the baby or whatever you want to call it. Kind of like a baby that thinks ahead of time.

And the lady carrying her baby, it's just like Stargate she changes her voice to an evil one. Or you can get that out of the Bible.

Well I'm waiting for the thumbs down and that's okay. If anybody is interested, Avalon Hill game company made a game based on this story. I highly recommend getting it if you can find it.

PS, thank goodness they have 94 Atomic weapons stored away to even the score.
3/10
a slow pseudo-political neo-feudal fantasy
KateM755 March 2024
Let me get things straight, this is not sci-fi by any means. It's a fantasy driven story with sci-fi elements sprinkled throughout. A sci-fi story is driven by consistency, here supernatural elements drive the story.

It's played well enough, filmed well enough, long and boring at times and doesn't escape the inconsistencies of the book.

We have the one, I mean another "the one" (TM, C, rehashed through and through) who, despite being built like a twig, manage to overcome anything placed in front of him (morpheus recognizes easily that he is the One and is ready to give his life for Zion). We have fremens, with some women built also like twigs who engage in fights with much bigger men while others cower in fear (how does this society work exactly?). In a time of space lasers shown prominently in the first scene of the first movie, everyone loves blades in this one unless they want nukes which miraculously have been hidden on the planet for time immemorial, really? And no one wondered why the nukes just happen to be relocated from their homeworld to this one and everyone forgot about them? The south storm business is funny for sure: don't think about it, just enjoy the spectacle.

There's also sandworms who behave as intended for the plot to move forward. Actually, lots of things just happen for the plot to move forward, even if it means that the characters have to behave inconsistently from a scene to the next.

Speaking of the sandworms, and that's something that the filmmaker avoided at all cost, was to show how the riders dismounted the beasts because it made no sense whatsoever. The filmmaker kept the riding sequence because it's impressive: these are monsters eating sand and machinery for breakfast, rubbing themselves on rocks anytime of the day, and they are bothered by (and then driven like cattle), in comparison with their size, by what is like two pieces of dust on top of their skin?

They can also capture baby sandworms but not perform basic biochemistry or chemistry to synthesize/farm spice at will? (I know the book was written in the 60s and biotechnology was not as developped, although penicilin was manufactured by fermentation already in WW2).

The messianic and religious aspects are exhausting to the point where I started to root for the antagonists towards the end because the protagonists have literally no redeeming qualities.

It's a spectacle to enjoy for sure, but don't pay attention to the story, it's nonsensical.
10/10
Absolute masterpiece
adwilkennedy2 March 2024
It is such a relief to finally see a movie on the scale of the Dark Knight or other greats.

The acting, direction, sound design, score and visuals are top class and all come together to complete a modern epic.

Sure some of the book purests will disdain the film for verging of the some of the original narrative and others who thought Dune 1 was boring will probably think the same for this.

This movie significantly expands the first movie, while having some of the most intense action scenes I have seen. Plus the political and religious undertones advance the storyline so much more than anything Star Wars could have envisioned..guess it's only fair since Dune influenced Star Wars. And if you are a fan of Game of Thrones this will be right up your alley!

But overall this is a special masterful moment in movie making and Sci-fi. Bring on Dune Messiah!
9/10
Excellent continuation of the first part.
NRJ0rdan7 March 2024
"Dune 2" presents a challenge, not for a lack of things to say, but rather because of the abundance of remarkable elements worthy of discussion.

At the forefront, the acting in this sequel is nothing short of superb, demonstrating a deep understanding of the complex characters and the dense world they inhabit. Visually, the film transcends expectations; its use of color and composition is not merely beautiful but borders on genius, creating a vivid, immersive experience that enhances the narrative's emotional and thematic depth.

However, despite these strengths, I find myself hesitating to award "Dune 2" a perfect score, a reservation I also held for Dune 1. The films' inability to stand entirely independent of one another, just throws me off. The anticipation for subsequent chapters is palpable throughout, leading to a sense of incompleteness. While anticipation can be a strength, in this instance, it borders on leaving the viewer in a constant state of waiting. This is a film, not a TV show.

Yet, it's impossible to overlook the brilliance with which "Dune 2" explores the intricacies of human nature, intertwining it with elements of fantasy and what can only be described as 'scientific magic.' This blend feels like a not-very-far future that I will not be alive to see.

The music, in concert with the film's visual and thematic elements, elevates the narrative, crafting an immersive experience that is both profound and emotionally resonant. Just great!
8/10
Technically well made: I liked the first half but not the second half so much
FairlyAnonymous26 March 2024
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Technically fantastic movie that is well made on every front, but second half feels emotionally distant and shoots itself in the foot by portraying every character in a negative light with no nuance to their portrayals.

Let me get this out by saying the movie is technically astounding on every level and is great at what it does. It looks great. It sounds great. The effects are great. Love everything about it visually.

That being said, the movie loses me emotionally after the halfway point where just about every character is portrayed in a negative light when really only a few need to be, and certain characters that were likable beforehand start to viewed as frothing at the mouth lunatics. It's like a switch is flipped halfway through the movie and it starts to feel like an angsty teen is running the show where just EVERYONE in the film has to be an a-hole, manipulative, delusional, or a psychopath. Now, I understand thematically WHY that choice is made and narratively the point behind that choice, but it is portrayal itself that I think is rather annoying.

Take Stilgar, for example. Fun character in the first half, suddenly becomes insane religious fanatic in the second half who is always frothing at the mouth. Narratively and thematically I understand WHY this choice was done, but it feels to me like there was a better and more emotional way to do it that didn't feel so cold and mean-spirited that also added to the character's stakes in the film.

I'm not a person who is very quick to complain about cultural appropriation or "on the nose bashing of religion" but this movie makes it a bit... er... blunt? I'm no Muslim and I do not agree with Islamic principles, but shoot if I were one I could imagine being a bit pissed off at this movie. The visual styles of the Fremen, their language, text, behavior, and everything is just made to look like Muslim traditions and practices, which doesn't help that the second half of the movie is just dedicated to bashing religion and faiths of all kind through the visual design choices of all of the different factions.

There is a difference between critiquing religion, and then LITERALLY HAVING THE SAME CLOTHING AND PRACTICES as current religions. It comes across as rather mean-spirited and loses all subtlety. Having a rebellious female protagonist shout "prophecies are lies" and get dragged down by a crowd literally called "fundamentalists" is something dreamt up on r/atheist and felt a bit cringey. To add to that, the in-world explanation for her not believing in prophecies doesn't fully make sense because she lives in a universe where people can quite literally predict the future and the whole point of Spice is that it allows Space Guild Navigators to predict far into the future and across space and time. There's no real reason why anyone in this universe should be skeptical about prophecies when it is basically a fact of nature that people can see into the future.

Imagine living in a world where someone tried to argue that "coffee doesn't wake you up and accelerate your heart-rate". That is kind of the equivalent to Chani not believing in prophecies (or anyone for that matter) because prophecies seem to be a fact of nature and the whole Spacing Guild runs off of the ability to make "prophecies" to fold space. There isn't a difference between prophecy and being psychic, so the skepticism of them doesn't make sense other than the plot demands it.

Either way, I thought the movie was very technically well crafted and thought out, but my main issue with the film is that portrayal of all of the characters being viewed in a "negative" light in the second half of the film doesn't make for interesting drama, it makes me disconnected as a viewer. All of the EXACT same plot points could have happened in the movie with the EXACT same script, but if portrayed slightly differently I think it would have been more emotionally engaging.
8/10
A very good sequel! But Part 1 was better.
ceryildiz3 March 2024
A very good sequel! However, despite having everything that made the first film a masterpiece, it's not as impressive as the first film.

There's nothing to say about the cinematography and visuals; coupled with Zimmer's magnificent scores, it rivets you to your seat.

It's not quite possible to say the same thing for some of the performances. Especially, the casting choices for the emperor and his daughter raise some questions.

Christopher Walken portrays himself, and Florence Pugh isn't convincing. It's no wonder the Baron wants to overthrow this incompetent emperor!

The seduction of Feyd-Rautha, having more screen time than Paul's training and ascension to prophet status, is just one of the storytelling issues.

While Zimmer's music remains fantastic, it's slightly behind his Oscar-winning work in the first film. In the initial movie, the music was intricately woven into the planet and the entire story in a much more organic manner, which was definitely on a different level.

Be sure to watch this film in theaters; it's definitely one of the few movies worth seeing on the big screen this year.
3/10
Reverse epicness
web-534-3938308 March 2024
Battles are charged with pompous music and meticulous camera angles while key moments in the life of Paul and other important character arcs are delivered carelessly. The character Chani is reduced to a reckless ignorant girl from a village over and over. Javier (Stilgar) and Sarah Ferguson (Jessica) save the movie with an impressive performance. But honestly I left the cinema disappointed. The script follows the novel quite accurately, but Dune part 2 together with part 1 still doesn't get to the end the the first book. Frustration upon frustration. I prefer less spectacle and more depth. And I'd love to see a good love relationship if Villeneuve would ever be able to deliver that in a movie.
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10/10
Amazing Movie
rochelleaaman28 March 2024
This is probably the best movie I've seen since lord of the rings. It is beautifully crafted, the actors are performing A1, the visuals are serene, and the storyline is very engaging.

Hopefully there is a dune messiah coming soon, either way I have bought the full book series to indulge in the full lore of dune and its characters.

Cause that is how good the movie was, it made me interested beyond. This is truly Hollywood at its best, if you don't plan on seeing anything but 1 movie this year . Dune :part two would be it.

I've already watched it 2 times in the cinema, and going for a third. ( last time I was at the cinema was avatar 2: and it was so disappointing I left half way in)
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8/10
Awesome
nightfeeding23 March 2024
Like several other reviewers I thought the setting and scenery was a visual feast and felt transported into this hot, sandy, arid world. The special effects were truly awesome and I especially liked one occasion where the spaceship decended to the planet .. no spoilers .. it blew me away). However like several other reviewers I found the character development a bit lacking and it felt rushed at the end. Having read the book I was also a bit saddened that they did not focus a little bit more on the spice-worms and the relationship between the characters and them.

Apart from that it was an excellent film and I am excited to see Dune: Part Three.
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1/10
Boring, Slow, Disappointing Movie - Not entertaining at all
jaygreenlees3 March 2024
Boring, Slow, Disappointing Movie - Not entertaining at all

My wife and I got 2 free tickets to this movie from Silverspot Cinemas and it was sooooooooo boring and bad we left after 25-30 minutes

To give you an idea of how bad this movie was -- this Dune movie was so bad it made the last Matrix movie (The Matrix Resurrections--which was an absolutely abysmal disaster- seem like a masterpiece in comparison)

The Matrix (1999) Great The Matrix Reloaded (2003) Great The Matrix Revolutions (2003) Good/Decent but no where as good as 1st 2 movies The Matrix Resurrections (2021)-Absolutely Abysmal.
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8/10
Visual masterpiece that lacks soul
stamenkovickosta2 March 2024
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Well, this really was a breathe of fresh air.

In ocean of big, dumb, driven with awful CGI blockbusters that polluted the cinema over the last few years, it's pleasing to finally see something that's appealing to both eyes and ears. In visual department, "Dune 2" outdoes it's predecessor in every way (and that movie was already one of the most gorgeous movies ever made). The worms, the action scenes and the world of "Dune" feel grand without feeling overbearing and are accompanied by equally epic soundtrack. Villeneuve, Zimmer and whole visual department deserve infinite credit for their work here.

Then there are performances. Timothy Chalamet completely destroyed my doubts by delivering a powerful performance as Paul the leader. This is definitely the guy that I would follow into the battle. Bardem and Fergusson are also excellent in their respective roles (although latter doesn't get nearly enough screen time that she should). Brolin doesn't appear much in the movie but he's still entertaining as always.

Unfortunately, not all performances are great. Poor Zendaya really tries her best here, but it just doesn't work. She and Timothy have no chemistry and her acting just looks unnatural.

Contrary to popular opinion, I absolutely dislike portrayal of Harkonens. Despite getting more screen time than in the previous movie but still feel flat and are not fleshed out. Skarsgard is still doing his impression of Brando from "Apocalypse Now" and completely lacks energy, charisma and determination that you'd expect a planet leader like him to have. Butler overacts way too much for me to take him seriously while Batista... Well, he is just Batista.

The title of worst offender, however, goes to Christopher Walken who brings nothing interesting to the role of emperor. He just looks old, tired, confused and like that he doesn't want to be there, which is shocking knowing that Walken is a type who usually gives 110% in all of his roles.

Another problem is pacing and story. While the first half is excellent, second half feels rushed. There's suddenly so many things happening at the same time and there's not nearly enough time to flesh any of that out. We also get some pointless storylines that just choke the movie and go nowhere, such as Chani acting like a contrarian for no reason whatsoever and completely pointless side plot in which Feyd impregnates Farring (who, by the way, is male in the book).

Finally, there are changes from the book that damage the movie. I already mentioned changes in Chani's character and pointless gender swapping, but key characters such as Alia, Thufir Hawat and navigators are completely absent. OK, not completely, as Alia spends whole movie in her mother's womb, but she should have been there whole time and properly fleshed out, which is something they definitely had time for. The combination of all these factors contribute to a very anticlimactic climax in the end.

And also - what's up with all those close-ups?

That all said, this is still a movie worth watching. Most of the takes in this review are purely subjective so take them with grain of salt. I fully encourage everyone to go see this movie and make their own opinion. If nothing else, the visual and audial experience makes it worth watching.

8/10.
9/10
Essential cinema experience for any sci-fi fan
tommy-9776115 March 2024
Every once in a while a movie comes along that simply needs to be experienced in a cinema and this is one of them. Even more so if you consider yourself a sci-fi fan because regardless if you vibe with the story of DUNE, I think most people would agree the the craft that went into making these two movies is objectively undisputable.

Personally, I don't give full rating because I could think of a couple plot holes and the pacing might be slow at times, but the visuals and the music are truly breathtaking and as such deserve the movie the price of the movie tickets.

This movie is CGI done right. CGI in and of itself is a great tool to enhance practical sets and bring to life imaginary creatures and worlds, but it should aim to enhance and not replace. Compare the budget of the Dune vs any recent MCU movie and tell me which one looks better, is more memorable?

I hope it makes a ton of money, which could signal the studios that this is what we want.
10/10
Masterpiece.
beaulifee3 March 2024
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I'm not one for writing reviews but BOY OH BOY! You will need to see this in cinemas for the ultimate experience. I just saw it in Dolby and I couldn't contain my excitement. I loved every scene! Hell even the Villians were TOP TIER. I was happy to see this and will be a long time fan coming. Also hats off to Hans Zimmer, He's done it again with a beautiful soundtrack. A MUST SEE FILM.

I am planning on seeing this again just incase I missed anything but it is worth watching a 2nd time. I really enjoyed myself and hope that the third installment will leave me feeling the same as this one did..
10/10
I didn't want to blink during the movie... PERFECTION
adk6474 March 2024
Dune is a book-original series written by Frank Herbert that is well known for its story, characters, complex & intrinsic relationships between species, as well as incorporating fascinating historical and religious elements.

This movie quite literally might be the greatest cinematographically-enhanced experience that has ever touched film. There is no better representation of a science fiction sci-fi movie apart from Star Wars & Lord of the rings that can compete with this movie (and Star Wars was inspired by Dune...). The acting, soundtrack, characters, plot, story, visual effects, everything was done with perfection. There were a few small details that might make some reviewers reduce the movie's level of masterpiece, but in my eyes - this is the easiest 10/10 I've ever watched with generational talent right in front of our eyes.

Please go watch this movie! (In iMAX of course)

Score - 10.
9/10
Sci-fi all time great
ChuckleCritic4 March 2024
This is the epitome of Sci-fi and when you think of the genre, this is an all timer.

Amazing film and acting across the film, held my concertation levels throughout as we are brought through Paul Atreidis coming of age after the tragedy of the first film.

There is real chemistry between Timothe and Zendaya in this and it really shows on screen. Was really rooting for them throughout. It was such beautiful story telling.

The cinematography in this was just gorgeous, the whole world of Arrakis and it's people was beautiful.

Once the third film is released this will be on par with the great trilogy's of our time.
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4/10
Not as good as Part One or among the director's best movies
andrewpoe4 March 2024
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Having seen Part One and enjoying it due to what it did with the story, I was expecting Part Two to be a bit different and more quicker paced. That wasn't the case. The movie was dull and I was glancing at the time about an hour into it. Zendaya's character motivation changed at least twice in the movie and I couldn't understand why all of a sudden she wasn't keen on Timothee Chalamat's character wanting to embrace his destiny. There were aspects that were simply unexplained in the story. All of a sudden Paul Atriedes sees the past/present/future because he tells the audience he can due to the Water of Life. The enemies from the first film are simply reduced and the heroes in the movie actually turn into the villains. Visually the movie is stunning but the plot and characters are flimsy. Dune Part One did a better job because the movie went out of its way to explain things better through either visuals or spoken words and the characters made sense.

Honestly, if you're going to watch a film from this director, check out Incendies.
9/10
"Dune 2: A Cinematic Triumph of Epic Proportions"
sandorschoppen5 March 2024
"Dune 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that captivates audiences with its stunning visuals, compelling storytelling, and immersive world-building. Directed by visionary filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, this sequel to the acclaimed "Dune" delivers an epic sci-fi experience that surpasses expectations.

The film picks up where its predecessor left off, diving deeper into the intricate political machinations and rich mythology of Frank Herbert's iconic universe. Villeneuve's meticulous attention to detail ensures that every frame is meticulously crafted, from the sweeping desert landscapes of Arrakis to the intricately designed costumes and technology of its inhabitants.

The cast delivers standout performances, with Timothée Chalamet reprising his role as the conflicted hero Paul Atreides, and Zendaya shining as the enigmatic Fremen warrior Chani. Oscar Isaac, Rebecca Ferguson, and Javier Bardem also deliver memorable performances, bringing depth and complexity to their characters.

What truly sets "Dune 2" apart is its thematic depth and emotional resonance. Beneath the grand spectacle lies a poignant exploration of power, destiny, and the consequences of one's choices. As Paul grapples with his newfound role as a leader and the burden of his prophesied destiny, the film raises thought-provoking questions about identity, sacrifice, and the nature of humanity.

Visually stunning, intellectually stimulating, and emotionally resonant, "Dune 2" is a triumph of modern cinema that will leave audiences eagerly anticipating the next installment. Denis Villeneuve has once again proven himself as a master storyteller, and "Dune 2" stands as a testament to his unparalleled talent and vision.
10/10
I Hope It's A Successful And Long-Lasting Franchise.
armandicoag26 March 2024
Although today, without having reviewed it, I am aware that it was not like that, during my childhood it seemed to me that dozens of years passed between installments 4 and 5 of Harry Potter, this because with the economy as limited as it can be Having a child of approximately 10 years old, I raised money to purchase the first trilogy of the saga and a godmother gave me the fourth film when it was just released. Without exaggeration, I saw those movies hundreds of times, without fear of being wrong I could say that I know them almost by heart from so many days I saw them. I never took into account the future releases that were coming and when I learned of their existence, my excitement and my love for cinema began to flourish.

That's exactly what I want to do with Dune and Dune: Part Two, I want to watch them again and again and again until I wear out the digital copy on Max or whatever platform they're going to be released on in a few months. I want all my friends and people close to me to see them so I can talk about them and understand things that I may not have even paid attention to at first.

I was simply delighted with everything this film gave us, technical aspects, story, script, acting, etc. But as always, mainly when I tell the story of Paul Atreides and how well it is told, I have nothing more to say than praise for the production.

It is the second audiovisual material (the first was the Invincible series) that I found so good that I had or have the need to visit the source material, solely to learn more about this universe.
9/10
Yeah, it was good but would have been better if it was shorter.
subxerogravity1 March 2024
Keep in mind Dune is not really my type of Sci-fi. I love the work of Denis Villeneuve, particularly in relationship to Dune he did Blade Runner 2049 which is one of my favorites and Arrival which I greatly enjoyed.

You can tell this joint is visually stunning, despite it just being desert scenes. I did spend a little more cheddar to see it on the best screen which I do not regret.

The movie does expect you to know something about what came before it but obviously I can't blame them. I saw the first Dune which is the only reason why the first hour makes sense. Then we get into the second hour, and I have to say this movie is not filled with much conflict. I felt nothing for Paul Atriedes played by Timothee Chalamet, I ponder why Chani, played by Zendaeya was even there and I'm not sure who the bad guy was as Dave Bauista's, Glossu was a winning baby Stellan Skargard seems senseless and I was more bedazzled with Christopher Walken because it felt like forever sense, I see him in something. These are the main character in a huge assemble cast and I could not have care less.

Who did do something for me is Javier Bardem as Stiligar whose Morpheus from the Matrix-like belief in Paul was entertaining, Rebecca Ferguson as Paul's mom who I felt gave the best subtle but sinister performance of all the subtle but sinister performances in the movie and Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha who stole the scene whenever he was on it.

The third hour of the movie was where the story picked up how I wanted to but by then I was tired and wanted it to be over. I was not bored out of my mind with part two but is seems like Villeneuve ability to make a complex Sci-fi film that is masterfully quiet with the story but loud with the Visual and Sound effects worked for me better with his sequel to Blade Runner.
10/10
Great
LisaPiresLuxe2 March 2024
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Denis Villeneuve's much-anticipated Dune Part 2 has finally graced the silver screen, and it does not disappoint. As the second installment in the adaptation of Frank Herbert's timeless masterpiece, this film not only lives up to the hype generated by its predecessor but surpasses expectations, solidifying its place as a cinematic triumph in the science fiction genre.

The narrative of Dune Part 2 picks up seamlessly from where its predecessor left off, delving deeper into the intricate political web and interstellar conflicts that define the Dune universe. The film masterfully weaves together complex storylines, introducing new characters while further developing the arcs of familiar ones. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides continues to impress, as he navigates the challenges of leadership and his destiny as the Kwisatz Haderach. Chalamet's performance is nuanced and compelling, capturing the essence of Paul's internal struggles with both power and prophecy.

One of the standout aspects of Dune Part 2 is its visual spectacle. Cinematographer Greig Fraser's breathtaking shots bring Herbert's vivid and expansive world to life, from the towering sand dunes of Arrakis to the opulent interiors of royal spaceships. The attention to detail in the production design, coupled with Hans Zimmer's haunting and atmospheric score, creates an immersive experience that transports the audience to the heart of the Dune universe. The film's visual effects are nothing short of groundbreaking, seamlessly integrating fantastical elements with the raw, desert landscapes of Arrakis.

Villeneuve's directorial prowess is evident throughout Dune Part 2, maintaining a perfect balance between action sequences and moments of quiet introspection. The film is relentless in its pacing, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats while still allowing for emotional resonance. The intricate choreography of battle scenes is a testament to the filmmakers' commitment to authenticity and detail, making each confrontation a visceral and memorable experience.

The ensemble cast of Dune Part 2 is nothing short of stellar. Zendaya's portrayal of Chani continues to captivate, bringing depth and strength to a character pivotal to the unfolding narrative. Oscar Isaac and Rebecca Ferguson, as Duke Leto Atreides and Lady Jessica, respectively, deliver powerful performances that add layers to the familial dynamics at the heart of the story. New additions to the cast, including Javier Bardem as Stilgar and Charlotte Rampling as Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam, seamlessly integrate into the established ensemble, enriching the film's tapestry with their own compelling characters.

The thematic richness of Dune Part 2 is another highlight, exploring timeless concepts such as power, destiny, and the consequences of choices. The film delves into the complexities of politics, religion, and ecological sustainability, elevating it beyond a mere sci-fi spectacle to a thought-provoking exploration of human nature and society.

One of the film's strengths lies in its willingness to embrace the ambiguity and complexity inherent in Herbert's source material. Dune Part 2 does not shy away from the moral gray areas of its characters or the intricate political machinations of the universe. This commitment to authenticity results in a narrative that is intellectually engaging, leaving ample room for interpretation and discussion.

In conclusion, Dune Part 2 stands as a cinematic achievement that transcends the boundaries of its genre. Denis Villeneuve and his team have crafted a film that pays homage to Frank Herbert's legacy while pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.
10/10
Just Wow
njsgardenman3 March 2024
The film was an amazing experience, it was epic, well written, well directed, well acted, perfectly cast. Amazing sequel to an already very good film. I was mesmerised watching this film and comming out of the cinema I had that same WOW feeling as I did with the second lord of the rings movie. Im not a fan of cinemas, infact I always try to wait for a film to come out on format or streaming but this film is an exception. To fully appreciate it its a cinema must watch. Finally something that is as good as Lord of the Rings and the ORIGINAL Star Wars films. I'd go to say this competes with empire strikes back as one of the best sequels ever made.

I think the only flaw with it could be its pace. The story evolves very quickly but then I guess it has too try and squeeze in a long and complex world into 2.5hrs and it was done consistently and evenly.

Great movie.
2/10
It just didn't work for me
dpaterson-210 March 2024
My apologies to all who were enthralled by Dune II. I respect your experience. Maybe if I'd have seen Dune I it would have helped but I don't think so. The jerry-rigging of several religions seemed pretentious and trite while the half-dozen plot threads unraveled regularly. Sweeping CIG backgrounds soon became tiresome. Trying to keep supporting characters straight was difficult. I tried but even at the end I was unsure of what had happened to relationships, especially to the women characters. Critics have outlined what it all was supposed to be about, but I found it a bit dull. Maybe I'll wait for Dune I on the streams. Apologies to all.
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2/10
Frank Herbert's story gets the 10, not Villeneuve
Multifocus9 March 2024
I find it difficult to find praise for this jumble of a movie. It is loud, incoherent and subtitles are added ad hoc when the noise is too high. Despite the interesting special effects and the extraordinary source material, Villeneuve's execution leaves much to be desired. Never mind the studio-planted endless ratings of 10/10 on this site.

We forgave the sluggishness of Dune, but we are bewildered by Dune II. My rating of this film is low, because one must take into consideration not just the final product, but also the abundant resources available to Villeneuve to create this film: ample budget, talented cast, and a rich source material.

The pacing of the first movie was rightfully criticized as slow. Unfortunately, this trend persists in Dune II. I found myself zoning out constantly despite the fact that I am an ardent fan! And that is where the problem lies. Villeneuve's emphasis is to appeal to younger viewers with limited familiarity with Frank Herbert's phenomenal books. Consequently, enthusiasts of Dune may depart the theatre shaking their heads in disappointment, and asking themselves, What the heck just happened? In addition to that, Villeneuve actually changes the original story of the novel which may leave avid fans of the novel feeling quite disappointed.

Regrettably, the execution fell short of expectations. Directors, producers, with a lot less at their disposal have produced much better products. This movie has endless silhouettes against the sunset (ok, we get it) garbled dialogue, too many closeups, rushed script. I am not entirely surprised, I suppose. I began to worry when seeing the overwhelming hype surrounding this production, surpassing even that of Dune. The frequent interviews by the young actors delivering lame dialogue, coupled with long-winded monologues from the female lead, leave much to be desired in terms of refinement. It seems unlikely that an Oscar is forthcoming for this performance, so the actress should temper her delivery (take it down a notch) and recognize the collective focus of the production.

The fans who never read the books will like it for the great story. In fact many accolades here are for the story itself. Frank Herbert gets the 10 not Villeneuve.
1/10
1 star comparing to the first movie
emilwindward7 March 2024
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Of course it's ten times better than Wonka, but ten times worse than the first part of Dune. The film explores everything what has already been predicted in the first episode and finally stumbles upon itself and falls to its ruin. In the first film it was clearly said that all the galactic royal houses would side with the Atreides and indulge in the idea that Paul would wed to the Emperor's daughter and succeed to the throne. So Paul had done all this and all of a sudden the houses didn't like the idea that they would have a young smart and merciful ruler who most importantly had his way with Fremans and they started a holly war. Why!!??? - very simple, money, they want to turn Dune into Star Wars and milk it to the last drop, and stamp a heap of soap operas about endless and plotless Dune Wars. Well, as was planned, willy-nilly, Paul accepted the role of Neo and claimed the throne of Gondor or whatever, and like Michael Corleone killed and butchered all his enemies. There is little interest in blunt vengeance and annihilation of all one's enemies. Fighting scenes especially the last most crucial one were made very weak. If you want to see how a fight scene for the emperor's throne is done, watch the Gladiator. All in all we all understand there will be no Dune 3 in theaters.
7/10
Should've been split in 3 parts (or a miniseries)
hiraishinnojutsu4 March 2024
A grandeur spectacle, I agree, but alas, I have read the book. That's why the chopping of the contents of the story doesn't please me at all. I understand Denis needs to put a lot action into this so as to not make general audiences fall asleep (or to boost up ticket sales) besides ramping up the story, but in doing so it kinda kill the pace for me. Part 1 is an excellent example on how to worldbuild while giving the audiences time to immerse the story in their minds, but part 2 feels like the story is going from arc to arc because the studio only have a budget for a two-parter movie shot back-to-back, it's just kinda hard to focus on and almost leaves no room for build-ups. But overall, for non-readers out there, you'd most likely end up liking it, but for book readers like me, well, it should've been a three-parter.

7.5/10.
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8/10
Solid movie. Rich world, good characters, better pacing than the first one.
eric-centauri28 March 2024
Not too much action but plenty of important scenes and action that matters. I actually enjoyed watching a movie for once in a very long time, thanks Hollywood!

My eyes could have used less //dark cave to bright desert// instant transitions - consider bringing sunglasses to the experience. Bonus value for 3D movies I guess (do they make those anymore?).

Btw - If you don't enjoy awkward pauses in movies for dramatic love stares, buckle up. There are a lot of these that just keep coming once they start. And the whole world waits for them, how cute!, for some reason. At least give me bullet time for crying out loud!
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10/10
10/10 !!! Fantastic story, can't wait for third part
kkuklewski25 March 2024
That was fantastic! Hans Zimmer's score was incredible, and each scene took me on a journey through different parts of my brain. It sparked so many memories! Thanks for this amazing cinematic experience.

I also loved the movie's exploration of undiscovered potential within the human mind. It seems like they were hinting at that throughout the film. I'm even more intrigued to see where the story leads.

While I might have gotten a bit confused and thought this was part one, I can't wait to watch the entire trilogy in one sitting someday! I'm new to this universe but as I said to my friend that's Star Wars for adults.
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9/10
Wow
vandykeu16 March 2024
The first time I saw Dune part 1, it didn't really grab me. Maybe it was because I was on a trans-pacific flight, or maybe it was because my Dad had just died. I dunno. It just missed me.

I re-watched it before seeing Dune 2 in the cinema, and I'm really glad I did. Dune 2 picks up right where 1 ended, and there's no way I would have understood 2 if I hadn't seen 1 right before.

Dune 2 is masterful. It's one of the best film experiences I've had in a very long time. The acting, music, cinematography, everything is just beautiful in its art. I loved the way the story moved the characters. It made their choices, especially the difficult ones, believable. I also love how the story subverts one's expectations. I won't spoil it, but I really enjoy the 'grey' in Paul's character by the end. This is a story of wheels within wheels.

Maybe because I'm a huge fan of Rebecca Ferguson, the Bene Gesserit story, blended with the 'going native' approach Paul takes, I found to be particularly compelling. Here, we have a 'hero' leading an oppressed yet skilled and proud people to 'freedom', but with a price. Jessica's role in shaping Paul's future is fascinating here.

When the Bene Gesserit start talking about how Paul is one of many people they produced, it made me think back to 2 and how Paul was supposed to be female. When Feyd gets introduced as another person they are cultivating, and there is the reveal of Jessica's true parentage, it reeeeeaaly made me wonder if the plan had been for her daughter to eventually link with Feyd. Incestuous though it would be, the open binding of the Harkonens and Atreides, with Bene Gesserit influence, would have been super-powerful. But, this is just idle speculation on my part. It's an example of how the film's story is deep enough to capture one in its lore.

I hope they continue to tell this story, and I'll have to read the books now.
5/10
Artistic license has its lmits!
richardwalmsley27 March 2024
I really wanted to like this.

Having read every novel written in the Dune universe, I find the current treatment somewhat sacrilegious. Despite my respect for the body of work by Vllleneuve, when undertaking a film based on the Bible, one doesn't switch the roles of the apostles. Dune is quite literally both a religious epic as much as Sci Fi and is often treated as biblical in the Sci Fi genre. So much of the story's pivotal events were skipped over despite taking two long movies to deal with the subject matter.

I don't know if the impetus for changing some of the key character relationships was some sort of attempt to blend the story into our world's modern wokeness or just some vanity on the part of the director but, either way it should NOT have been done. Keeping in mind the story takes place over 8000 years into OUR future (Yes, earth exists in the Dune universe) any attempt to address our present cultural sensibilities is simply ridiculous.
9/10
Director Denis Villeneuve is on another level.
jon_hsieh3 March 2024
9⭐ Every movie Denis Villeneuve directs is just captivating. His direction allows his team to create and capture such incredible moments.

This whole film was well thought from casting, color grading, production sets, cinematography, sound l...down all the way to costume designs.

I thought it be pretty slow like Dune 1 but the whole 2 hours and 45 mins i was left intrigued and wanting to know more. Hats off to Denis as he also cowrote the screenplay with John Spaihts.

As an avid film student thats watched over 2000 films, this is surely a rewatch and one you'll see grabbing the podiums next year.

Thanks for a great sunday night!
5/10
Dune 1 >>>>>> Dune 2 (Meh)
batmanfans4 March 2024
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Dune 1 is better in everyway possible. You can predict the plot of Dune 2 so easily. It's so cringey too. Drink a blue liquid and become God. Kill your 5 second grandpa cause it's cool. Your grandpa who was bathing all day. Wonderful right?

It's so long and dragged. You learn absolutely nothing. There is not much Epic-ness. If this movie was not taken by Denis or didn't have Hans Zimmer this movie will definitely suck balls and would have flopped.

The fight scene are meh (except final battle), Romance is meh, Music meh, Story meh, Acting meh. Everything feels meh. Maybe that's the problem.

Watch Dune 2 if you are lazy to read the books and will eat anything Denis puts out. If you're someone who likes a good story or good action avoid at all cost.

Part 1 felt soulful, it was awesome it had good music, i can name 3 scenes in part 1 than in part 2.

The middle chapter. Feels off too. The lead to the next big thing. Yayyy!! Let's wait for another 3 years for another garbage. Yes!!!!
8/10
Not everything is perfect
GatoNegroPeludo12 March 2024
While the movie is great, fun, visually outstanding, and meticulously done, I was expecting more.

I must say the adaptation, in general was very good, but there were some letdown moments:

I think Christoper Walken was miscast. He looks too old, tired and does not resemble the book emperor. Zendaya overplayed the role. The chemistry is barely existent between she and Chalamet and she acted like a little inmature. Her rants are not credible and I think she was not good enough for the role.

The harkonnen world was quite plain, without force, without creating horror or fear, just plain, color washing was not enough to portray Giedi Prime. Feyd battle in the arena was emotionless, and so so.

I know the book in the book feels rushed but it hasnt to be that way in the movie. We could have enjoyed 15 minutes more in the final battle. Beating harkonnen and sardukar was an oportunity for big visuals and a vision that the book give the chance to do. Suddenly, Sardukar and Harkonnen were just paper tigers...

And the music, I barely noticed it. I am a big fan of Hans Zimmer. No bombastic theme, or spine chilling arrangments...

Of course is a very good movie and great production but we were expecting perfection.
9/10
A Cinematic Triumph
mikey-e4 March 2024
In the realm of cinematic brilliance, Denis Villeneuve emerges again as an absolute filmmaking genius with Dune: Part Two. Crafted for the expansive expanse of IMAX with Dolby Atmos, this cinematic marvel delivers an unmatched immersive experience, scoring a commendable 9/10 rating from my viewpoint. Villeneuve's vision transports audiences to the majestic landscapes of Arrakis, enveloping them in a world of visual splendor and sonic depth that defies description.

At the heart of this epic saga lies the flawless performances of its cast. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal is a revelation, his nuanced acting and impeccable line delivery infusing the narrative with emotional resonance and depth. Austin Butler's commanding presence adds a layer of menace, showcasing his prowess as a versatile actor who commands the screen with ease.

Yet, amidst its soaring heights, "Dune: Part Two" stumbles slightly with a jarring misstep - the out-of-place slap scene. This singular moment disrupts the otherwise seamless flow of the film, discordant with the subsequent musical score cue. While it serves as a minor flaw, it tempers the film's otherwise impeccable execution.

In conclusion, Dune: Part Two captivates audiences with its grandeur and storytelling prowess, a testament to Villeneuve's mastery of the craft. Despite its VERY minor imperfection, the film resonates deeply, promising multiple viewings upon its digital release. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of cinema and secures its place among the pantheon of unforgettable cinematic experiences.
9/10
If you're afraid of worms DON'T WATCH !!
kianjames-028231 March 2024
Too much sand.

Not enough water.

This film was incredible. Great first act. Lacklustre middle. Epic finale !

Perhaps the next film can take a step back and not rush into things.

For that I give it an 8.5. Got to round up though.

By far better than the first.

The main strength in both films are the incredible characters.

And this film introduces even better ones. And the names are insane.

Austin butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken....amazing.

Great ending scene. Leads on nicely to the next film.

Would recommend watching this in the cinema.

Ps: If you're afraid of worms, don't watch.
8/10
A magical story that will keep you transfixed
rossmilne-273511 March 2024
A sci fi epic. The plot is immersive, the story moves at pace; I was hooked on the old as well as the new characterisations, Austin Butler is sinister! This was an enthralling visual experience with amazing scenery, costumes and a distinctive orange filter making the desert landscapes and scenes ethereal. The soundtrack was thundering and embellished every scene throughout. Glad I watched part 1 again before this and I'll be seeing this for a second time tomorrow.

Battle scenes are hectic, the low camera keeps you tight into the action. The style infused into part 1 & 2 are the same, but the tone has changed. Now it's about vengeance and victory. Religion, politics, power and romance what a mix.

I left wanting more and that's what we'll get in part 3.
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10/10
Cinematic Experience 🔥🔥
avinash-reddy724 March 2024
The movie is just perfect in every level...... Just a cinematic experience at its best.....!!!!!

Do watch it in theaters. A must watch movie.

The cinematography and production design are breathtaking, showcasing the harsh beauty of Arrakis and other worlds with incredible detail.

Performances by Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Austin Butler best performances.

Director Villeneuve's confident handling of the complex political and philosophical themes of Frank Herbert's novel. While still a long film, the improved pacing makes it a more engaging and propulsive experience than the first.

"Dune: Part Two" offers a satisfying payoff to the setup of Part One, raising the stakes and delivering a thrilling and emotionally resonant story.
10/10
Amazing film
randomrambling1 March 2024
A really accurate representation of the book. Although there are some changed elements, still an amazing film. The portrayal of the Harkonnens is breathtaking, the music and the effects are exhiliraring and the lead actors play impeccably well, especially Timothy. Seeing as movies today often do not tell the whole story as it should be told, I would say that this film almost perfectly envisions how a book adaptation should be made. Moreover, the visual effects are stunning, the sandworms are depicted perfectly and the use of more practical effects over CGI is something that today's cinema lacks, which this films executes perfectly.
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10/10
A True Masterpiece
cpratt-146771 March 2024
I saw Dune: Part 2 last night and was up very late afterwards thinking about what I'd just experienced... I can't imagine it being possible to adapt the Frank Herbert's 1965 novel into film any better than Denis Villeneuve has done. It's a highly-refined masterpiece, a monumental achievement in science fiction that's brimming with thematic complexity. Movies like this should be a wake-up call to Hollywood, encouraging the industry to take more risk and let the creative geniuses (like Denis) cook without compromise.

The Hans Zimmer soundtrack, eye-watering cinematography, gorgeous visuals, top-notch acting and intricate storyline were all woven into perfection. Every shot is teeming with life. There wasn't a dull part about Dune 2, from the moment the bass induced voice boomed through my lungs to the end credits, I felt completely captivated.

I'll be going back to the theatre to watch Dune: Part 2 again ASAP.
9/10
MOVIE OF 2024!
SlimLimDesu5 March 2024
An amazing cinematic story with a strong lore concept and amazing castings. The cinematic sceneries alongside the captivating music made the experience even more outstanding, and definitely recommend to watch it in an IMAX.

The introduction of Austin Butler was an amazing addition, bringing the psychotic character to life with his acting and voice.

The storyline wasn't rushed at all and each scene had an impact to bring the movie to life. The smallest detail like the sand vibrating from the thumpers added even more mystery to the desert worms, making the tools so mesmerising to watch.

I absolutely recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys a loreful universe, that dives into the art of war and supporters. The concept of the prophecy being fulfilled springs to life from the buildup of Dune 1, to the fast pace scenes of Dune 2.
6/10
I loved and I hated it
pedroquintaoo3 March 2024
"Dune: Part 2" is notable for its flawless technical quality, featuring magnificent cinematography and stunning visual effects that create a genuine visual spectacle. The epic soundtrack by Hans Zimmer perfectly complements the cinematic experience, contributing to the grand atmosphere of the film.

Denis Villeneuve demonstrates technical competence, reaching a level of excellence in the cinematic field. For science fiction enthusiasts, the film is an excellent piece to fill their time.

However, my main criticism centers on the complex narrative, rich in details and characters, making it challenging for those unfamiliar with the Dune universe. Despite being initially engaging, the plot became confusing amidst intrigues and actions, leaving me lost. The final part of the film raised questions about the characters' motivations, hindering the clarity of the story.

The nearly three-hour duration felt rushed in some scenes, reminiscent of the last season of "Game of Thrones," where resolutions were quick, lacking time for reflection. Perhaps a slower approach, possibly divided into two parts, would have benefited the narrative.

The character development was disappointing, as I couldn't establish emotional connections with them. Their fate became indifferent, and only Chani managed to evoke a slight emotional bond.

The villains, especially Feyd-Rautha, seemed to have potential but were not portrayed as true threats. The treatment they received was considered inadequate, impacting the construction of the antagonism.
10/10
Denis really outdid himself on this one. What masterpiece.
jydcmdjwn29 February 2024
Just walked out of the IMAX theater (A must-see format btw), and I was so blown away by the rigor of this film. Incredible adaptation of the screenplay, stacked cast and jaw-dropping cinematography on every frame. One highlight though, is the level of emotion that are being played within the film is insane. It's an experience.

Is it confusing? Even though the movie touched on Herbert's idea of politics and religion, but Denis carried us through seamlessly. Not even a boring part exists, as I believe that there are more difficult and challenging materials. Dune part two nailed the storyline for me.

Please go watch and experience this since you won't get to see this kinds of movie often.
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9/10
Not perfect but Glorious!
claytonmgallagher4 March 2024
From start to finish I was enthralled by the visual experience! Emotionally I was engaged. I was immersed in the world of Dune and I definitely want this story to continue to be told through the next book. Denis Villenueve has to be at the helm if they make more. The cinematography by Greg Frazier is awe inspiring. The acting is phenomenal. Hans Zimmer killed it with the score. When the movie ended I was not ready to be done. I wanted more. It was a glorious cinematic experience.

Knowing the book material and growing up with the 1984 movie, my only hang ups are on some of the choices of what was left out or changed. I know not everything can fit into the movie but I'm still digesting the changes. Like I said it was an enthralling experience and in some ways they found a very stripped down way of portraying just enough that I'm not disappointed. But I want more! But I do stand by this adaptation of part 1 and now part 2.

"He who controls the spice controls the Universe"
10/10
A Masterpiece
anaggaliceanu3 March 2024
Truly amazing. I have no words. It was the sequel that not only we so deeply wanted, but also desperately needed. It follows a journey of discovery, power, the rising of a true leader. Lisan al Gaib, creating His own path, leading towards the "Green Paradise"... I simply cannot wait to see what the director has in store for the ending of such an epic story. Paul has grown a lot, and his evolution is clearly visible throughout the whole duration of the movie.

The entire setting was just fantastic. The music, the scenery, the action... It really kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time! One might think that 3 hours is a lot, but so much happened during this time, that I didn't even notice.

I will be waiting with great enthusiasm the return of Muad'Dib, for everything seems uncertain now. Many new questions have risen, and challenges have yet to be completed. War is not over...
9/10
Phenomenal Sequel that is a must see in theaters!
stevo-957521 March 2024
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I love the director's previous works (i.e. Arrival, Blade Runner 2049, Prisoners, Sicario) and he really proved what he could do with a plot driven movie in part 1 which was a really well done movie.

Here, though he really out did himself as he set the new standard on which all other sci-fi movies will be measured against!

Unlike the previous installment, this film is much less exposition and things just sort of unfold. It is the quint essential "show don't tell" model on full display. It has such a natural flow and the editing is perfectly done as we are not jolted back and forth between story lines.

The real question is how the general audience will respond to this film as it does not overly explain anything and can at times be confusing as to what is happening if one is not paying close attention.

It is one film I really anticipate returning to theaters to experience for at least one more time, maybe 2!
10/10
Can't get enough of this
zerniwaiphyo29 February 2024
Just watched on IMAX this afternoon. This is a whole new level of filmmaking. Much better than the first one (and I'm a huge fan of part one). The characters, music, visuals, everything single thing is incredibly crafted. You can actually feel the other worldly characters and stories. Heck you can even believe that Paul is a godly figure and not "oh yeah he did it cos he's the 'chosen one'" when the time came.

Sure they changed more stuff than they did with part one but as a book fan, the changes are very well suited for on screen audience (and make more sense even). The only complaint I have is that I can't get enough of it. I need MORE! We need Part Three!
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9/10
Perfection absolute !!!! Beauty
tushartashu1 March 2024
This movie was very slow in part 1 although these guys have just made an absolute banger for part 2 i enjoyed this movie very much and also the storyline is going perfect at this moment they have made characters very bold anf coming off to their stories also the fighting and action sequence was perfectly on point these types of movies were missing from hollywood for a long long time and now we have got what is good i enjoyed every part of this movie and also loves the chemistery between zendaya and timothee props to the production team for such nice graphics and sequel i am very thrilled to watch the part 3.
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9/10
There are no sides
nb997 March 2024
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I wasn't totally impressed by the first part (yes, it seems I was in the minority). This though is a whole different ballgame. The same stunning visuals of the desert and the worms are present once again. The sound is again superb. What steps up a level here are the themes broached which are unusually dark and complex for a "Hollywood Blockbuster". Fate, greed, ambition, the manipulation of faith, the need for people to follow, the lack of clear winners - the list goes on and on.

Paul's character develops well from unlikely hero to credible hero to.....well something else, something darker. Why does he lead the galaxy to war when he knows billions will die needlessly? Does the power corrupt him or was this part of the necessary "fine line" he could see to save his people? It leaves the viewer with questions which probably leads to a welcome third movie. In fact the very brief cameo by Anya Taylor-Joy as Paul's future sister would suggest the 3rd movie is inevitable.

The stars of the show though are the deeply sinister Bene Gesserit who are behind all the major moves in the film "You of all people should know by now, there are no sides, Reverend Mother" was such a beautiful answer to seemingly having backed the wrong horse.

Some of my issue about the first movie was it felt at times a bit contrived. The only time I felt this in this one was the character of Feyd-Rautha. He wasn't a bad character but was he necessary? Firstly, not every film has to end in hand to hand combat. But secondly, if it did, didn't we already have Beast Rabban there who could have fulfilled that requirement? Anyway, small complaints.

So overall an enjoyable sci-fi movie which brought more complex and darker views to the game than the traditional good v evil movies. It has huge potential to continue the series and could go very dark indeed in the next one when we learn what Paul is really all about.

"There are no sides".
1/10
Terrible
julyleo-7393724 March 2024
It's the worst movie I've watched in a long time.

If someone who never saw a previous 1984 film or read a novel watches this one would not understand a thing because there is no logical explanation between some of the events like when Paul's sister appeared all of a sudden and no explanation how or why. The movie itsef is very slow and boring.

The main actor looks like a whiney teen aristocrat instead of a strong young man. Even physically he doesn't look like someone who can stand a real fight or lead the whole nation.

In the novel Paul Atreides is extremely disciplined and confident in every thing he does. All of his actions and words are deliberate and precisely controlled, and it is this that makes him the super human being - Kwisatz Haderaca. The spice awakens his abilities but doesn't transform him into someone else.

Total waste of money and time.
9/10
Sci-Fi classic in the making Warning: Spoilers
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Where most sequels cannot live up their expectations when the original movie is already of high class, Dune 2 does not disappoint at all. The cinematic shots with the dessert as background are astonishing and beautiful. And when watched in a Imax theater, even the sound effects are literally breathtaking. For my taste there is a little bit too much religious orientation with "the chosen one" kind of vibe (this reminded me of a movie trilogy of more than 20 years ago). But luckily, it stays realistic and there are no signs of an unrealistic "Disney/Marvel" kind of magic like "the Force" or ""Quantum Worlds". You can actually feel that this might be our future in about 10.000 years from now and when the movie was finished, I had the same kind of feeling after I saw the sequel of the Godfather, the Matrix, Batman and the Lord of the Rings. Therefore, for me, Dune 2 is a 100% (sci-fi) classic in the making.
4/10
Horrible pacing, empty illogical story and one dimensional characters
joelcostello18 March 2024
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Firstly, I gave part one 5/10 as I thought it was way longer than it needed to be and had loads boring 1D characters littering scenes with cliché dialog. However, it seemed to make sense, including amazing effects and I thought it could've been a good set up for the second film.

I must say I thoroughly enjoyed the first half of the film, despite not being a huge fan of superfluous training arcs, and I started to appreciate the slow pace of the film as it built upon the foundations of lore from the first film. For the most part, these scenes were incredible to see in cinema, especially the first time Paul rides a worm and the guerrilla warfare campaign. There was some good comedy mixed in with serious scenes too which worked nicely. The main issue with this half is that Paul and his girlfriend are such noncharacters that it is really hard to be interested in them. The Paul/Channi story itself had horrible dialogue and acting on the level of cheap teen drama.

From the moment Paul's mother drinks the water of life the film becomes a race to cram in as much nonsense as possible. Firstly, Paul barely seems to care that his mother turned into a maniac after drinking the poison. He then heads south despite his visions advising him otherwise (he puts up a fight but randomly gives in). He somehow arrives before the others despite them all being on the same worm and drinks the poison before anyone can stop him. He joins the maniac club, even though the whole idea of his character was to fight against becoming a tyrant and not go down the path of all out war and destruction, reminds me of a certain GoT character. The mention of his mother being Harkonnen was utterly uninteresting to me at this point, as the pace of the film was so quick and everything was being explained by previous visions and the prophecy. At this point I was so upset that they were ripping apart all that the film had built up that I lost focus and couldn't bare to see them ruin it further. The list of plot holes and unexplained nonsense goes on.

All this slow build up and tactical warfare over the vast majority of the film, for the main battle and confrontation the last half an hour. The main battle itself was pathetically short and built no suspense. Just utter domination and the dialog was even more confusing and boring. The mention that it was his grandfather and cousin he was fighting was no shock because we had only just found out a few moments before, the Harkonnens didn't even seem to care. Paul then goes to all out war fighting his previous allies for what seems like no apparent reason and it's unclear how they don't know the emperor tried to kill him in the first place (they have all this technology but not one signal emitter and receiver to let them know what's happening). Also, what the hell is going on the home planet and how on earth did Gurney survive all that time, just seemed like an easy way to get him back in the story. For some reason he betrays Chani as well, I'm guessing the poison made him go full psycho mode and he's only doing things for power now.

How can this film attract so much praise with such a terrible story. Yes the scenes for the most part are incredible, with great action and effects, but the story is empty and rushed. It's as if they wrote the storyboard to contain 2 hours of worms and fighting but forgot they had to try make an interesting plot until the last half hour, where they failed. How can anyone be excited for what happens next when everything is just explained by the prophecy, and now Paul seems to be omnipotent to the point where he can change the future?

I will watch the next film because maybe it will have a massive turn around and shock me with a great plot. However, I will never rate a film well that has a horrendous plot just because the effects are great. Let's hope all is revealed in the next one.
10/10
COLOSSAL FILM, instant classic
arrancar97-104-37299628 February 2024
Knowing the books, the expectations were really at high level, and luckily the reality goes well beyond these expectations! This film is what every science fiction fan could want at the very max level of today's technology. The sound design and the technical aspects of this film are a WORK OF ART, and this aspect will surely be recognised at the next OSCARS. Very solid acting too, the sensations left after the film are surely unique and breathtaking. After you stand up from your seat at the cinema you'll immediately feel the impression that you just watched an instant classic, just like after Lord of the Rings or a true Star Wars. Will surely go to the cinema once more to witness this magic again!
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7/10
Do we really need a Part Three?
MOscarbradley15 March 2024
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When Denis Villeneuve decided to remake David Lynch's film "Dune", or rather adapt Frank Herbert's novel for the screen, he claimed there was too much material for just one film and that a "Dune Part Two" would follow. Well now it seems even a lengthy Part Two can't contain it all and it ends, like any other serial, with audiences hungry for what-happens-next. Or are they since Villeneuve's "Dune Part Two" is no "Star Wars" but an often ponderous meditation on the mystical, more Tarkovsky than George Lucas and whether audiences will really want to come back for more remains to be seen.

Whereas Villeneuve's first "Dune" film was an exciting sci-fi adventure yarn, coupled with just the right amount of character development to draw audiences in, this second film seems to have dispensed with character development altogether, save for making its hero, Paul Atreides, (a glum Timothee Chalamet), arrogant and not very likeable. Instead it opts to go heavily into the quasi-religious mysticism hinted at in the first film, a plot device that only succeeds in weighing the film down and it isn't until close on the halfway mark it actually kicks off thanks in no small measure to Austin Butler's first appearance in a sequence filmed in black and white in a massive CGI arena.

Butler is one of the villains of the piece and like the Devil he has all the best tunes. It isn't a big part but he steals every scene he's in. It's hardly great acting but it's definitely a star turn. For acting one must look to the great Stellan Skarsgard as the film's chief villain and perhaps to Charlotte Rampling but neither have sufficient screen time to make much of an impact. Visually, of course, it's a treat; a movie to be seen in cinemas on the largest screen possible. The action scenes are splendid and they do manage to keep boredom at bay but a third part? Surely not, Denis; "Dune Part Two" conjures up enough mystical gobbledygook to last a lifetime. Enough is enough.
9/10
Incredible Scope
JordsMeintjes4 March 2024
This film excels in all the areas that matter. The production is unparalleled, but more importantly, it has the direction, cinematography, and performances to back it up. The story holds fairly true to the book; the deviations present are justified and do not alter the questions posed by the book. Every aspect of this film works together to provide an extremely engaging adventure and, for those who care to delve further, an exceptionally detailed case study in sociology. Simply put, this is an epic.

Javier Bardem and Rebecca Ferguson give standout performances here. That said, there are no performances in this film that lack true service to their characters. The themes tackled are poignant, relatable, and well worth contemplating. The age-old story of being torn between duty, love, and personal desire is the crux of Paul Atreides' journey in Dune Part Two. Timothee Chalamet's range is showcased throughout this film, with Paul's evolution from a dutiful son to becoming his own person. Director Denis Villeneuve elicited great, confronting, and honest acting portrayals from all actresses and actors involved.

This is a film that will stay with you long after it is over.

Please watch.
9/10
Probably a 7ish for folks who haven't read the book
hyqzbmq31 March 2024
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For someone who considers Dune a transformative piece of fiction in my life, both Dune movies have done quite well by me.

The characters are spot on, though I wish we had more Gurney OC bible quotes.

Timothee Chalemet is fantastic as an actor. He nails the simultaneous naïveté and rapid growth of Paul, all while playing a high-brow knife fighter to a T. Having now also seen Wonka, I'm in awe at this man's breadth of ability.

The world building is true to form, and as verbose as possible in screen form (hard to put an appendix on a blockbuster after all). I absolutely love how the Bene Gesserit are represented.

The major knife fight scenes (Jamis and both Feyd-Ratha fights), which are some of the best in literature, are incredibly well done on the screen.

The pacing is great. Everyone I went with complimented the movie on how it was never boring in the slightest.

And I have to say, the twist at the end is just fine by me. Anyone who has read Dune: Messiah, knows the story goes off the rails pretty quick, so if Dennis V wants to try something different, I'm all for it. You have my trust at this point.

But...

I have no clue how non-Dune people enjoy these movies. The plots are fairly straightforward at first blush - survival, then revenge - but the subtle nuances and background are complicated as heck. And the actual resolution of the plot is far more complicated than, say, the relatively simple journey and battles of Lord of the Rings. Dune is a masterpiece in using politics and factions to frame its story, particularly its conclusions, and trying to fit the machinations into movie form is tough.

Point being, if you haven't read the book, you are absolutely going to be confused at the details of what's going on, to a point where you'll likely think that the writer needed to flesh things out more, or trim off the fat.

So while I'll always have a special place in my heart for these movies. But I'm not going to kid myself either: I don't view these as masterpieces of modern cinema. The storytelling keeps it from reaching the highest pinnacle, and for those who haven't read the book, it will be far less than the peak.
7/10
Only good for your eyes
knezmikula2 March 2024
If I had to summarize the whole thing into two words, I'd say: overly dramatic. Obviously, the special effect unit did the best job of the entire crew. The sound was so damn loud and dramatic all the time, I had the feeling I'm riding a massive whale-sized speaker placed in purgatory. This kid Thimotee, or whatever his name is, is not up to the task of being the sci-fi Muhammed of the dunes, lacks charisma, acting skills and age. The guy looks like a teen, give him high school films to act in. I almost fell a sleep 2 times in the cinema, and it was a 1pm showing, so i wasn't tired or anything. There were some unexplained obvious plot holes which slapped my face directly and just left me dumbfounded.

I'm a sci-fi fan, so I was entertained enough, but I wouldn't give this thing a second watch, its very superficial.

Everything visual is a 10/10, audio is a 5/10 (pls stop using Zimmer for every blockbuster omg, all his music sounds the same and its horribly simple melodies with dramatic crescendos for the most basic scenes sometimes). Costumes are...well, the bene gesserit look awesome, everything else can be made out of homeless fashion.

To me, the Javier Barden character was literally the most important one, yet they gave him almost no time to develop whatsoever. He is the guy who hyped Paul Artreides up, without him Paul would never be an important figure at all.

The director was all about epic show, and almost nothing about psychological substance and character development - which are crucial to connect the audience with the story. This way, this movie was just nice to watch, and when the movie ends, you forget about it 5 min later. Is this what we want from epic movies now? Whatever makes you rich bro..
7/10
The film making in this is amazing. The pacing is kind of meh.
Bibbz0810 March 2024
I will say this. That this rating is likely to change, as my theater experience for the movie was not great. Pleather chairs. Hot Theater. Not really any space. Just wasn't very good, I admit that has probably played a role in my lower rating of the movie, where the pacing just felt like it dragged.

Now for my thoughts. The visuals. Stunning. Dune Part One, Villanueva did a supurb job in taking High Sci-Fi and bringing it to the masses through visual story telling as opposed to long expositions of world building. He continues that, for the most part in Part 2. Though, I think that some exposition probably would've helped in some parts. The move to the final act is pretty jarring, as the pace exponentially ramps up.

The music is pretty good, but again. I think this was ruined for me in my theater (IMAX), because there were times I couldn't decern anything but sound.

It really is a stunning film. I just didn't enjoy it as much as I think I would've watching it at home. Will wait for the release to give it another go.
10/10
One of the seven wonders in movie world
azoozthelegend3 March 2024
I am not the type of person who write reviews. But i have to admit i couldnt stop myself from writing after i saw part two. Without a spoiler, I witnessed a magnificent sci-fi movie that i can compare among the greats and it may goes higher. Great Movies like the matrix , lord of the rings, inception, the hunger games, divergent and now this great Dune which will stay in viewer mind for long long time. I haven't read the novel but i was captured by the amazing cinematography, the high production, the story depth and dialogue and the directory. Even the actors did incredible job. I believed every single bit from the cast, i felt them , i was among them hyped by the story. I just can't wait for the third part to come out and watch.

This is the kind of movies where you enjoy while watching and worry that it will end and you want more. A masterpiece in the least to say.
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10/10
Perfection
matepolcz2 April 2024
Dune: Part Two is a perfection. I made a mistake when I was watching it for the first time: I was trying to be critical. Don't do that. So for the second watch I went to an IMAX theater so that I could just enjoy it and I did. This movie is absolutely incredible. The cinematography is one of the best of all movies I'v seen. You feel like you're there on Arrakis, the characters feel real, their emotions feel real. The music is just incredibly cinematic. The visual effects are stunning. The sandworm-riding was the best part of the movie, it always looked more gorgeous each time we saw it. I cannot say the pacing is perfect, but it's certainly very good. During the first time watch I felt a little bored in the beginning.

The characters are all very interesting, my favourite being Stilgar of course, who probably deliveres all the jokes of the film. Javier Bardem is just amazing, but the best acting pefromance was given by Austin Butler. He was so intense. Timotheé Chalamet was also really good. These two are probably going to be nominated for a lot of awards. But everyone was great, I especially love Stellan Skarsgard's Vladimir Harkonnen.

All in all this movie is absolutely incredible, it's no question that it's a 10/10. Years later, when people look back on 2024, this film will probably come to their mind.
8/10
Dune: Part 2
henry8-38 March 2024
Continuing immediately from where part 1 left off, Paul (Timothy Chalamet) and his his mother Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) are taken back to the Fremen camp where, despite differing views on his messianic status, he is taught the ways of the desert. Whilst slowly adjusting to the notion that he might actually be the one, he starts rallying the troops for a push against evil House Harkonnen whilst Jessica replaces the tribe's dying reverend mother. The vile Baron meanwhile (Stellan Skarsgard) is unhappy with nephew Rabban's (Dave Bautista) progress on Arrakis and brings on board younger and nastier nephew Feyt (Austin Butler).

More complex than part 1 with a good solid balance between the action scenes which are very impressive to look at (see it on the biggest screen you can) and progressing the belief or not, both by Paul and various Fremen, including new love Chani (Zendaya) as to whether he may be the one. Everyone in it gives a good account of themselves, although I particularly liked Florence Pugh, providing regular exposition as the Emperor's (Christopher Walken) insightful daughter Irulan, Rebecca Ferguson again as Jessica and again Stellan Skarsgard, hypnotic as the disgusting emperor. Chalamet also deserves credit. Not only does he lead from the front in 90% of the film, but he convincingly morphs from young boy to strong adult leader by the end of the film - he even ends up looking different. Plus of course, not since Ben Hur have there been so many hugely impressive crowd scenes, the desert scenes looks gorgeous and Zimmer's score remains mesmerising throughout. We all eagerly await Dune Messiah.
8/10
The creepiest character in this movie is an unborn baby
orbdolach24 March 2024
I don't know how to explain it because the first one was pretty enjoyable and kind of just fine, but when I was on my way to see this one, I was super hyped and excited. The spectacle was very spectacular, everything was bigger and cooler.

This franchise just knows how to suck you in, you just believe everything on screen, the different cultures, the science, the languages, just EVERYTHING. I found this movie to be more creepy and eerie than the first one and it was perfect, I just loved it.

The movie still was very long and they really took the time to do everything right, even that at times it feels like anti climax, it was just fun listening to the small conversations. But overall it doesn't really matter what I say, you'll watch it anyway because it's Dune.
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4/10
Too long and unbelievably slow
next-334465 March 2024
Please tell me that there is not going to be a part three.

I endured this film as my partner wanted to watch it.

All senses of reality were lost with fight scenes as with many movies these days and they went on too long, I guess to make this a long film for people to talk about. People dodging highly powerful gun shooting too?

Did you know that the King has new clothes?

The background running theme music often overpowered the dialogue.

Perhaps a summary from the first episode would have helped me to understand the story line and I even bared the first remake film.

The main character wanted to go North, or was it South, to go alone, yet he was never alone?

My recommendation is give it a miss, it's overly hyped.
10/10
Stunning, awsome and a little off
Rasbeg15 March 2024
Just came back from the cinema and still feeling high from the film. I can recollect a few other cinematic experiences on this level. Wow. Just wow. The movie is so well done that its close to being art. The story line, the overwhelming visuals, the sounds, the action and the charisma of the actors takes you to another planet. A clear 10 from me like I also rated LOTR3, Return of the dark knight and Interstellar. But his movie is superior to the others in many ways.

The film strays from the storyline in the book in some ways. It was a little confusing having read the book. Having been totally submersed in the story up untill this point it was a bit of a pity, because it brought me back into the normal world wondering about what was going on.

Still a clear 10, I dont think I have ever seen a better film.
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10/10
Entertaining movie
lipperlipski1 March 2024
An entertaining movie in a current industry that has little entertainment coming out of it. Movies are meant to be entertaining, not preach or shove agendas down our throats or think of us as stupid. Watch the film, you'll enjoy it. The story differs slightly from the novel as it's impossible to put a book direct to movie. Denis was true to heart and true to the source material. The actors did very well. The story was tight and even my mother who has no idea about the source material was able to understand what was going on and really loved the son daughter relationship between Paul and jessica. Please make dune messiah.
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10/10
The best move I have ever seen at the theater
anasalrasheed5 March 2024
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The best move I have ever seen at the theater Nothing missing for real 10/10.

The cinematography and direction in this film is something else, from another planet, from another world. Literally, literally, literally. Three hours of this passed as if it were five minutes. Creativity, creativity, unparalleled creativity. I cannot wait for the third part. I am ready to pay more to see the third part today.

The only thing is, I was hoping that the fights would be longer and that the opposite character would be present for a longer period or that they would be on the side of the savior and the savior, because they will have a fierce battle.
7/10
Part one is better by far
cristian-792-68113528 February 2024
No thrills for me, maybe except one scene in the entire movie. Ithought that by splitting it in two parts, it will be time for character development. It was time, but it looks like a rase to develop it.

Same music, and hearyng it for so many time make it just music. Cinematic is great, the machinery and weapons are something different thatn in other movies.

There are characters that worth exploit more, like Irulan for example.

Sardaukars are children in this part, Rabban was, somehow, different than I imagine. He is too one character that could offer more to the movie.

Anyway, worth the money.
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10/10
Exploring Destiny and Conflict: Dune, Part 2 Delivers Spectacular Sequel
ac-milan121 March 2024
Dune, part 2 stands as a visually stunning sequel that adeptly continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert's timeless sci-fi masterpiece. Led by the talented Timothée Chalamet, the cast delivers captivating performances, with Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides particularly mesmerizing as he navigates the complexities of his destiny. The film's breathtaking visuals, intricate production design, and seamless special effects immerse viewers in the vast and unforgiving landscape of Arrakis.

Beyond its visual spectacle, Dune, part 2 delves deep into rich thematic layers, exploring the intricate interplay of politics, religion, ecology, and identity within a sprawling galactic conflict. Each scene is laden with symbolism, inviting audiences to ponder the broader implications of the narrative's themes.

Moreover, the film is a thrilling adventure from start to finish, punctuated by epic battles, suspenseful sequences, and poignant moments that resonate with emotion. Director Denis Villeneuve masterfully crafts tension and excitement, ensuring that audiences remain engaged and invested throughout the journey.

As the second installment in a planned trilogy, Dune, part 2 successfully builds upon the foundation laid by its predecessor, offering a satisfying continuation of the epic saga. Its meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to Herbert's vision make it a must-watch for both fans of the genre and admirers of visionary filmmaking.
10/10
The best movie ever made
bogomilpetkov-815722 March 2024
Outstanding 10/10. It's the first time writing an review of a movie and I only created an IMDB account just for this purpose. I simply cannot compare it any other SCI-FI movie, it just feels like there's no comparison at all. I reckon that this movie will break the box office record of all time and has every right to do so. I believe I will have to watch it on more time on IMAX because once it's just no enough. Visuals and artwork are just out of this world and it feels surreal eve watching it. I hope there will be a part 3 because the story cannot end there and it would be a shame to end there.
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10/10
They said it couldn't be done but he proved otherwise
lazyziettat-324303 March 2024
Dune Part 2 completes the epic story that was started by part 1. Watching it in the big screen reminded me the power of pictures and cinema. Thanks to Denis Villeneuve and his Cinematographer every frame in this movie is nothing but beauty, masterly crafted. The film rarely let you breath as there were so many things going on, in the full 3h you are either amazed by the cinematic shots, by all the actors who all gave one of their best performances or by every political moves made. The package was then tidily wrapped with the amazing score by Hans Zimmer, just like the first movie, the music itself was intense but never felt overwhelming, rather enhanced the emotions in each scene. Even though the movie was long, I wished it could be even longer, guess I just have to wait till part 3. 10/10 recommendation.
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10/10
SKINNING THE HUMAN SOUL
luisitirrin2 March 2024
If Herbert's perception of the superego of the human species was expressed in writing in a savage and crude way, Villeneuve expresses the same in words and images in a brutal and overwhelming way. Devastating charges, atomic bombs detonated at the foot of the impregnable mountains of politics, religion, power, money and the manipulation of basic instincts such as sex and genetic reproduction of the elites over the people and individuals, demonstrating that they are just small grains of sand mounted on top of each other, demonstrating that fear kills reason and prevents any negotiation if it is not supported by brute force.
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10/10
Dune 2 review
buhfxy12 March 2024
The film Dune 2 practically begins where the first one ended. Therefore, before watching the second part, it's worth refreshing our memory with Dune 1.

The creators of the film tried to stay as faithful to the original material as possible, but due to the limitations of the cinematic format, they had to omit some important parts of the book and even certain characters. We will only see Jessica and Leto Atreides daughter as an embryo in her mother's womb. Consequently, we won't witness the crucial conversation between Alia, the Baron, and the Emperor. Additionally, the Mentat Hawat is absent in the second part, and Piter De Vries makes only a brief appearance. The time span from Duke Leto Atreides' death to the final scene in the book has also been shortened. While in the novel, it spans 4-5 years, in the film, it's less than 9 months. It's unlikely that such a short period could transform a 17-year-old boy into a leader of rebels.

The screenplay's shortcomings are fully compensated by the cinematography and artistic techniques. Each frame is a professional work of art. The wide shots of House Harkonnen's military might, the architecture of Arrakis, the eight-legged military vehicles, desert landscapes, and the Fremen riding on sandworms-all unfold on the screen accompanied by Hans Zimmer's hypnotic music.

Expressive techniques were also generously employed to enhance the visual context: Feyd-Rautha's battle with the captive warriors of House Atreides, the cannibals, the intimate scene in Lady De Vries' chamber, and more. It's precisely these non-verbal visual techniques that make viewers appreciate Villeneuve's films." The characters in Denis Villeneuve's film Dune have been meticulously crafted with attention to detail and aesthetics, even when it comes to the most unpleasant portrayals. Viewers don't need to search for hidden meanings behind the characters because the visual component makes them highly comprehensible.

Regarding the acting, we haven't seen anything fundamentally new compared to Dune 1. However, there are some notable aspects worth mentioning.

Director Villeneuve gave Paul Atreides less than 9 months for his transformation into Muad'Dib. Did Timothée Chalamet manage this 'quantum leap'? In the final part of the film, Chalamet carries the emotional weight of almost all scenes, while other characters, including Jessica and Stilgar, take a backseat, serving as the backdrop for Muad'Dib. Whether the actor justified the director's trust is not a straightforward answer. Paul Atreides's internal ambivalence as a character is complex-on one hand, there's contradiction, vision, reflection, and doubt; on the other hand, there's determination, responsibility, and firmness. Perhaps due to the limited time, convincing execution of challenging scenes fell short. The director's mistake is that Muad'Dib may be the messiah, but not the executioner. Whether the actor had real chances for success with such a complex task remains an open question.

In Dune 1, Baron Vladimir Harkonnen was the primary antagonist, but in Dune 2, we witness the rivalry between uncle and nephew, which turns into a true acting battle. Stellan Skarsgård, although performing his role well, ultimately takes a backseat." Low-set eyes on a pale, cold face, and the black palate of a half-open mouth with plump, almost childlike lips magnetically draw attention. Austin Butler kept the focus of the audience on his character with a kind of cheeky ease while Timothee Chalamet went crazy with who he now has to show people: Paul Atreides, Muad'Dib, Usul, Kwisatz Haderach, Lisan al-Gaib. Butler doesn't have a lot of experience as a leading actor in box office films. The main role of Elvis Presley is rather an exception. However, Feyd-Rautha provides the best acting contribution in the second part of Dune. It's one of those cases where you want to witness character development, but the script doesn't afford that opportunity.

The film also sheds light on important contemporary themes through the events unfolding on Arrakis. It's not entirely clear whether Denis Villeneuve intended to draw parallels with the present day or if it's merely his interpretation of the original book's text.

Dune 2 vividly portrays the struggle against a cruel aggressor who plays the role of a colonizer and a sadistic killer. The 'good old simple solutions' involving artillery against the peaceful population of Siach Tabr to suppress resistance serve as a poignant example. The film also emphasizes the significance of possessing nuclear weapons, while climate change concerns take a backseat.

Among the Fremen, there's no unified survival strategy, and the choice between fighting and fleeing sparks heated debates. Resisting the aggressor could lead to a prolonged and bloody galactic war. Ownership of a valuable resource keeps the Fremen at the center of political battles." The fair-skinned aristocrat Paul Atreides attempts to find common ground with the Fremen. Despite his bold actions, he doesn't escape mockery from the native inhabitants of Arrakis. Paul becomes a messiah for the Fremen due to their fanatical belief in religious prophecies, but was it truly his desire, and are the Fremen ready to follow their Lisan al-Gaib beyond the boundaries of Arrakis?

The final scene of the power struggle in Dune 2 reveals that the Messiah on the throne transforms into a politician. Did his followers understand this? Perhaps the answers lie in the third installment of the saga.

In Denis Villeneuve's film, Princess Irulan possesses ambitions and motivations, unlike her portrayal in the original book. This adds intrigue to the anticipation of Dune 3. Additionally, viewers catch a glimpse of Paul's sister, Alia.

In Frank Herbert's novel, Chani is presented within the framework of a patriarchal world, but Villeneuve pushes her beyond those limits. Chani in the film is independent and self-assured, refusing to be 'first among equals.' The film's conclusion appears more vivid than in the book, thanks to sharp contradictions and conflicts among the characters, which piques interest for the future sequel.

Overall, Dune 2 has set the stage for an epic cinematic saga that science fiction enthusiasts have long awaited.
7/10
Dune 2 its worth the spectacle.
robfollower25 March 2024
In Dednis Villeneuve's follow-up to the 2021 hit, Timothee Chalamet's Paul Atreides has a whole host of hurdles to clear. His family has been decimated during the conflict on Arrakis. If that wasn't enough, Paul's been having terrifying visions of a future that he's trying not let come to pass.

Dune: Part Two delivers stunning visuals and action, continuing Paul Atreides' journey on Arrakis. It's a lengthy film with a rather complex plot, so be prepared to invest some time. If you enjoyed the first movie's sci-fi world, this sequel offers a return to that epic adventure.

Sadly, the two main characters do drag the film down there is no chemistry between Timothée Chalamet · Paul Atreides and Zendaya · Chani . Certain casting decisions were questionable. But the visuals, along with dune's rich story make it worthwhile. All in all I was a bit disappointed but its worth the spectacle.

It was a visual feast of a movie and I enjoyed it ; but it just felt like it was lacking a soul with the leads . It just felt like it was a little forced. I just didn't get the tingles I was hoping for like I got when watching the David Lynch Dune. I feel like if 1984 Dune was not so ingrained in my love of space opera lore cinema I would really have enjoyed this film to its full potential . Dune : Part 2 is an epic piece of film making and I will be watching it again . I think I will actually enjoy it more the second time as my expectations are now in check.

I must say I really missed the The weirding modules . A sonic weapon that allows the user to speak words into it, which then shoots out sonic waves and destroys things. The modules are important in the story because they enable Paul to overpower the emperor's forces, the Sardaukar. For example, without the modules, Paul could not defeat the most powerful army in the universe.

What this brilliant addition did by Lynch was to really build a relationship with the outerworld Altaties and the Fremin . They worked together using the Wierding way to train for combat and it helped build the acceptance of Paul Muad'dib.

Zendaya .....she was fine in the first half but in the second half, her expression is just a bit... surprising.

She has that distinctive sullen expression

Her frowning acting in Dune 2. You can sense the passion in Sean Youngs face . We do not get this with Zendaya.

"Tell me of your homeworld, Usul." Young nails this Iconic line .

It is lost when delivered by Zendaya.

Zendaya's Fremen cast mates acted circles around her. They had great accents . Zendaya is having a hard time staying in character. I felt like I was watching a girl from Compton, CA put in an epic Sci/Fi . She good actress in Spiderman , but doesn't fit the role here . Always broke the immersion for me whenever she's in the scene. This is how I feel some one who has not seen every other TV and film adaptation of Frank Herbert's DUNE my be ok with her acting . I was not.

The role was originally occupied by Sean Young, who has also appeared in films such as Blade Runner, I definitely appreciate Sean Young as Chani .

The costumes of new characters Princess Irulan (Florence Pugh) were among the stand-outs. West says that she was inspired by "the circles of hell in Dante Inferno" Princess Irulan, adds West, is "kind of the voice of reason, so you want her to have a certain intellectual simplicity about her." That translated into Brutalist and Japanese influences melded with the Bene Gesserits' "modieval" - which is West's combination of medieval fashion with a modern twist - and nun-inspired touches, culminating in a spectacular chainmail gown and headpiece for the warrior princess that took two weeks to make.

She's got to be one of the most elegant and sexiest women around. One two knockout beauty (Florence Pugh)

Worth the price of admission was Swedish actress Rebecca Ferguson is one of the most compelling performers in Dune as Lady Jessica !!!

Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee. 6.9/10.
7/10
Bold and boring
mattaburdette6 March 2024
While I will say it was vibrant and visually captivating and also very well done soundtrack.. however the story was dulled by acting I didn't find believable it was similar to an over budget day time soap.. overall pretty good. I wouldn't say it's an adult film and main characters had more of a high-school teenie bop feel .. hard to believe as an adult those 2 were warriors or leaders .. supporting cast was amazing except Christopher Walken sounded like he stepped out of a newyork deli in the 1940s zero clue how that wasn't supposed to stick out everyone had different accents and his was outrageous ..
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3/10
Really bad nonsense and still pretentious and with weird editing
namob-436739 March 2024
First some positives. I almost think the people behind these movies listened to the criticism towards the first movie. Although this is also beautiful to watch, and have great cinematography, it also, mostly, stays there. The first movie was an artsy pretentious documentary rather than a sci-fi movie. Wherein the first movie probably had 1 hour of wasted time such as useless establishing shoots and lingering camera on people doing nothing, but that in-between time here is mostly filled in with actual advancement of the story and development of the characters. We get a bit more of the story and overarching geopolitics so we actually can put things into context, which was lacking in the first movie.

Sadly, although the things I mentioned above is much better, it is still some of the same issues and we also get a couple of new ones and some of them are huge. The scheming mother for example is over the top, and every time they fight or have a war scene I keep thinking: "so... where are all the high tech weapons that can track and detect and blow people up across the planet?" There are some Sci-fi weapons and shields and such of course, but these sand people would not stand a chance even against an army from earth, so how are they able to survive in these movies?

All the new characters are horrible with Walken as the biggest disappointment. Most deaths are underwhelming to say the least. And in the end this movie turns into some weird mix of GOT season 8 and Avatar, and no, that is not a good thing.

My final major complaint is that the editing feels wonky. It is almost like entire scenes are missing sometimes, and many jumps from one scene to the other is too abrupt. In the first movie we jumped from establish shoot to establishing shoot with looooong dragged out scenes, here it feels like they cut some of that out i.e. Perhaps they did not listen so much to the criticism but rather just cut out some unnecessary fluff.

Summation: Although they fixed a lot of the issues from the first movie, this is still a lot worse. The acting is worse, the storytelling is worse, the fights are confusing and laughable. And the ending? What was that?

This is really bad nonsense and complete waste of money. A very generous 3/10 for the cinematography.
9/10
So Much Better Than The First Dune Movie Of This Trilogy
lagoonfun6 March 2024
I've got to be honest. I went into Dune 2 skeptical. I watched the 1st movie of this trilogy in theaters and I left not that impressed. The pacing was really slow. It felt like the story was all over the place. It was no "Star Wars" or "Lord of The Rings" epic. It missed the mark. This movie however is SO MUCH better. The cinematography was stunning. The use of dark scenes to super bright scenes were clever, to draw you into this incredible bright world (ever seen how bright it is at a beach with the sun glistening off the sand?).

I know it will look incredible at home on a nice OLED TV. The movies pacing was fantastic. The first movie I kept on looking at my phone to check the time because it felt like I was in the theater forever. This film I'd check my phone because I didn't want the story to end. It was engaging. The slower dialogue parts were meshed in properly. I can watch some really slow films. Heck, I'll even watch a silent film with Charlie Chaplin. If done properly, a movie will engulf you. This movie was a huge improvement.

It could have done without the two guys kissing each other or the "love scene" between Timothee and Zendaya. I feel like there's a Hollyweirdo executive like: "We must interject this into the movie!". It's just not needed. You can show affection without going that far.
1/10
12 quid Dune (Scottish accent)
sorearm9 March 2024
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FFS It's still not over...

How much nerd cash will this turkey franchise rake in before it gets to the end?

So far that's 24 quid spunked on visual wallpaper, some of it nice looking and sounding but for that price I could go to a couple of major art exhibitions by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci or David Hockney. This film has no substance, in fact from the moment the new characters make their appearance it loses any intensity it had and becomes a camp-fest akin to the latter Star Wars and Star Trek films.

I felt 100% duped that not one media review didn't complain that the film does not end, it sets it up for more of the same. Brown envelopes on the sticky seats I bet.
10/10
An amazing sci-film, and great adaptation.
dansteamstuff3 March 2024
I am floored with the production value of the whole film. Every shot looks amazing, the sound design and score are flawless, the script is a masterclass in writing (there is SO much exposition that needs to happen that doesn't feel like exposition at all). Performances, effects, sets, costuming, everything is immaculate. I was seriously worried I would set my expectations too high seeing early reviews and I'd be let down but NO.

Even the major changes it makes in adapting the source material only serve to keep the focus of the movie tighter and keeps the pacing of the movie where it needs to be. Every decision feels thought out and very deliberate.

If someone can hand deliver a copy of "The Way of Kings" to Denis Villanueve I will venmo you.
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10/10
Watch this on the biggest screen you can have !!
lumeniia3 March 2024
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I have no words, but so many at the same time.

Dune 2 finally gives us what audiences have been asking for for years: crazy acting, even crazier sets, masterful music, and above all, CHILLS!! And even more, my heart was beating at 150 during the fight scene between Paul and Feyd. Like fr.

The evolution of Paul into Fremen, then into Messi was so well described, so well presented... See the turning point of his character, into a dark, violent man who takes power for revenge omg If u can, please go, even run to a cinema and watch this masterpiece.

Villeneuve has just submitted the film of the year there. And now we all need part 3, because we can't stay on this ending forever !
9/10
Dune Part 3
dlaubler5 March 2024
Part two was a snowball going down hill. Part one by necessity Was establishing characters and initial plot line. Part 2 Delighted by taking off like a runaway train. But if the director waits until 2028 to get part three out , he will be making a grave mistake and doing a dis-serving to his audience. Take a lesson from peter jackson and get part three out deliberately as possible. Get your studio backing while it's there, Sign your cast while they are there, Get your different technicians on board to assure continuity. Other than this fantastic job. I was impressed by austin butler And especially stelen skarsgard. Both actors and maybe more should be nominated but stelen. Especially any awards that he may be given to him along with directors and producers are well earned.
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6/10
DV changed a movie about Dune to a movie about Paul
Kostasqc3 March 2024
I really don't get the hype.

Dune world in the books and even the 2000 miniseries is a world full of politics, subplots, many characters. DV part 2 was only about Paul. Every other character in the movie becomes one-dimensional. Lady Jessica a complete villain, the Emperor a weak character, Cheni a constantly annoyed girlfriend, Stilgar from leader to a "blind" follower, Irulan boring, Rabban a loser. Spacing Guild is completely missing and there is not even a mention why spice is SO important. A complex,immersive world was turned only to a personal story of Paul becoming the Messiah. 2000 miniseries did it better with 1% of the budget. Battle feels rushed, significant changes to the book have been changed, and key people are missing.

Obviously there is huge production value but plot being so watered-down made it a miss for me.

If you can get pass the low budget, just watch the 2000 miniseries.
10/10
One of the greatest films of all time. The most immersive cinematic experience since Lord of the Rings
mattflohr14 March 2024
I love all six original books. I've now seen this three times so far in Imax. This film is perfect in every way. Passionately realized from start to finish. The performances, the music, the visuals, the sound design, the worldbuilding, the props, the story. Everyone who says it's narratively hollow has likely not read the books. Anyone with a real understanding of the Dune universe will appreciate how honestly and bravely it approaches its subject matter, how it nails every idea and theme that Frank Herbert crafted, and the importance of where it goes from here.

I love everything. Not a scene, word or frame feels out of place. Every speck of sand feels immaculately placed. Cons? Maybe Florence Pugh's delivery is at times stilted. . Information is repeated at a few points... But I would change virtually nothing. Denis Villeneuve has achieved his dream and the dream of many other filmmakers before him. The visuals are unforgettable but the film is also filled with substance, emotion, gravitas, romance and even humor. Javier Bardem in particular is so wonderful to watch on screen that I would consider him for a best supporting actor award. The whole rest of the cast also delivers near career best performances. Austin Butler is a revelation as the sadistic but complex Feyd Rautha. Josh Brolin and Dave Bautista are everything you want them to be and more. Souheila Yacoub lit up the screen. Rebecca Ferguson is equal parts terrifying and enchanting. Charlotte Rampling and Lea Seydoux - stellar. Zendaya has never been better. Timothee Chalamet cements his place as one of the best actors of his generation, playing one of the most complex characters in all of science fiction and nailing every nuance. He absolutely commands the screen.

This film is like a moving painting, utterly gorgeous. Completely spellbinding. I didn't want to leave Arrakis at the end. It feels like the kind of film I've waited all of my life to see. I feel very happy to be alive in this time and place to witness it and I thank every single person who worked on this film, every person who dreamed and willed it to be, Frank Herbert and David Lynch, and humanity as a whole for accepting this universe into their hearts and making it a success. Dune Part 2 is titanic, psychedelic, dark, intelligent, complex, sumptuous, and spectacular. Made with absolute care, respect and love in every regard. I don't want to say too much else except that everyone should see this masterpiece and I hope the series continues into Messiah and beyond. It is a cinematic dream come true. I daresay the best science fiction film ever made. Possibly my favourite film of all time.
10/10
Awesome
ndkvpmm3 March 2024
This film is the epitome of the sci-fi genre. The photography, the screenplay and the cast really make a difference, this is what hollywood should celebrate and be proud of. Really well executed, it stands out from all the other films, I really hope this franchise continues to elaborate the next movies with the same artistry and complexity than this one.

The acting is amazing, you can tell that every character in the film has been very careful with their performance, you really believe their words and the facial expressions.

Really is one of the best films i've seen in many years, not only within the sci-fi genre but in general.
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5/10
Not a Masterpiece
pastordansims8 March 2024
This movie has received a tremendous amount of praise and hype. I was really looking forward to it because I thoroughly enjoyed the first installment. While Dune 2 is visually stunning, in my opinion the film is no masterpiece - certainly not on par with sequels like The Empire Strikes Back or The Two Towers. There were fun moments for sure, but to me, the overall story arc, the pacing, the character development - most of it fell flat. There was really no character I could care about or root for. The score by the great Hans Zimmer was forgettable. And the casting of Christopher Walken as the Emperor was a mistake. I came away disappointed.
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9/10
an epic movie
abderrehis5 March 2024
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This film gave me a taste for cinema, Villeneuve's work is grandiose

Hans Zimmer's music sublimates the whole

The actors are all excellent, Chalamet shows that he is certainly one of the most promising actors of his generation.

Paul's role reminded me of Eren's place in Attack on titans, he assumes the responsibility of liberating a people who until then dominated. He goes to war against all those who stand up against his will. It's interesting to see its evolution so far.

I can't wait to see what Villeneuve will offer us in the third part of this saga, which is well on its way to place itself among the best saga in cinema.
10/10
Finally a really good movie
denmpower-352774 March 2024
"Dune 2" is a highly anticipated sequel that continues the epic saga based on Frank Herbert's novel. The movie captivates audiences with its intricate storytelling, stunning visuals, and exceptional performances. Unlike typical Marvel or Disney films, "Dune 2" stands out for its depth and complexity, drawing parallels to the grandeur of "Lord of the Rings." The film's immersive world-building and thought-provoking themes elevate it to a level of cinematic excellence rarely seen in modern blockbusters. From the mesmerizing desert landscapes to the intricate political intrigue, "Dune 2" keeps viewers on the edge of their seats throughout. Overall, "Dune 2" is a masterpiece that sets a new standard for epic storytelling in cinema, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre.

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10/10
One of the best fantastic film ever
byking-295865 March 2024
I love it. They made it better then first one. Sounds and effects were perfect I watched at Imax and I felt it. Actors were good they played well. The movie near perfect. The end can't be my favorite scene but It was fine. I beleive paul muadib usul what a great history and story he was badass. This is all my ideas for this film. You don't need to read after this.

The first thing you should know about the movie was the story behind it all in this video is the movie where you get a sense that it was created to help the movie to make it look better and more like it is the story of a true hero in a different world.
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10/10
não tem jeito, é o Lisan
wiccandy5 March 2024
The perfect movie doesn't exis.... Dune made me feel nostalgia so badly for a time i never lived. I'm so in love with the way it made me feel excited and anxious and amazed in every litle frame and I'm sure this movie would never be the same without Zimmer.

The scenes where Chani gets emotional without saying anything shows how phenomenal Zendaya is. Who cries with their chin like that?

Also I thought that Timothée evolved a lot as an actor and the third act was breathtaking because of it.

I loved how the Bene Gesserit plot shows us a side of the story that resembles real life, I loved the way it all became very tangible.
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10/10
Book fanatics go away
bbing21219 March 2024
All the people that keep saying just follow the book are insane to me. I think they did a great job way better than the book with zero political drama in movies today. Graphics and effects were incredible. People that read books want the movie to match their imagination and it's so unrealistic. Go watch the one from the 80's the storyline is terrible and it's hard to follow. This movie kept me guessing the whole way through and thought it was a breathe of fresh air. 1000% happy they didn't follow the book exactly and took their own spin on it which I enjoyed. Thank you making this movie and I would recommend.
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7/10
Good but not great
stewartconway-0784722 March 2024
Should I have read the books ? Do the makers think we should all read the books first ? Because although I enjoyed the film I didn't love it , why ? Because for to long I didn't know what was going on ! The subtitles helped with the different languages, but we could have done with them all the way through. The film looks and sounds fantastic, but the sound did get in the way of some of the dialogue, which was sometimes hard to hear. The lead character could be in the running for an Oscar just because he occupies the screen so well. Austin butler was convincing as most of the actors were. But the plot is very complex I was struggling to keep up with all the weird and wonderful names of the races and worlds, ( a bit like game of thornes) . But all in all an enjoyable film that like I said looks stunning. Roll on Dune 3.
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10/10
Top Tier Cinema
garrettryan195810 March 2024
This movie, without a doubt, is already hands down the best movie of 2024. The visuals were stunning, the acting was phenomenal. The 2hr46min runtime goes by so quickly because there is just so much happening to keep you immersed in the experience that you don't bother looking to see how much time is left you just hope it never ends but unfortunately it has to. It's really hard for me to find one negative thing about this movie, every time I try I just think back on it and go "but that scene was awesome". It's been a long time since a movie had me completely blown away by how impressive it is.
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10/10
The best of recent times!!
yesi_yesi7 March 2024
I can't remember the last time I saw such a good movie in the cinema. It was amazing.

We watched every scene breathlessly. A movie that deserves every penny spent.

I think I will watch it in the cinema 2 more times.

I wonder when 3 will come out:) \nA very carefully selected cast and perfect harmony are captured.

I really have a hard time understanding those who give low ratings. Such good scenes, magnificent visuals, shots are tremendous.

The only thing I can criticize is the lack of dialogue. There are very fast transitions. I don't think he had a single scene to bore. I don't think they're going to give them a chance at all.
7/10
Less action, more storytelling and dialogue.
TheDestroia20 March 2024
Special Effects 10/10 Storytelling 8/10 Acting 8/10 Action 5/10

Overall 7/10

I am giving a lower score simply because it is more story and dialogue than action. Whereas Dune: Part One was more balanced between story, dialogue and action. Further to this, I have seen the original 1984 Dune and it follows a very similar story driven path which should not change regardless of my feelings here.

I must say though that the highlights for me were the special effects and character interactions.

The action kind of took a backseat as the story needed to be told so as to understand exactly what each characters agenda was. This kind of dulled the fight scenes for me.

The Harkonnen characters also seemed quite weak and pathetic compared to their confident bravado in Part One. However, the fremen with Paul Atreides made up for this in each successful battle.

The brilliant acting needed to outshine the action or else it would have been incredibly boring. Therefore, the dialogue scenes were a job well done.

I look forward to continuing where both Part Two and 1984's Dune ended. Rubbing my hands together with anticipation!
10/10
The best sci-fi series ever made
mathany2k21 March 2024
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Dune Part One was amazing, I watched it at least 10 times. So, my expectation for Part Two was sky high and now, having watched it 5 times on IMAX, I was just blown away every single time and I am still thinking about it, appreciating it. People are hailing this movie as the Series of our generation, and I can see why.

Part Two is so ambitious, juggling multiple threads, introducing new characters, and setting up set pieces - it all comes together in glorious balance. While the action is breath-taking, the visuals dazzling, the score out of this world - it is ultimately the love between Paul and Chani, and the idea of a Messiah, and its religious undertones that make this movie one of the best, if not the best I've watched. Should any faction embrace the idea of a Messiah, should one step into that role if you have a choice, no matter how good your intentions are, would it have the power to corrupt, and how does this affect people closest to you are all questions that director, Denis Villeneuve challenges us to ponder.

We experience all these not just from the protagonist perspective, but Chani. We see her playing that angel on Paul's shoulder, and through her eyes, we see Paul's transformation, perhaps not for the better. Denis said in one of his interviews, that Frank Herbert never intended Paul to be hailed as a hero, and this transformation is paying homage to that. Is he slowly turning into the very people he hates (he has the bloodline), and with every glare and icy stare from Chani, and Hans Zimmer's fantastic score that alternates between hopeful and dark, we start to question that. All these decisions which are different than the books, elevate the story to another level.

Movies are a visual storytelling medium and how Denis played off the feelings of different characters to make the audience feel torn about what's right or wrong - is just brilliant film-making. And of course the action is just LOTR-level epic. The harvester attack, the ornithopter attack, the sandworm riding, the battle of Arrakeen are all shot and choreographed beautifully. The cinematography, well it was award winning and Denis had a lot of "iconic shots" in the movie, these are just snapshots that stays in your mind and just looks cool af, like Paul running on that mound towards the sandworm, Paul and Chani's first kiss, Paul shouting Long Live the Fighters with his cape flowing behind him, Stilgar crouched waiting for the Battle to begin, the 3 sandworms in the screen ready to attack the Sardaukar - just too many to list here.

Hans Zimmer also goes apeshit on this one with industrial clangs, guitars, throaty sounds and that all too famous "waaaa-ah-ah-aaaah-ahhhhh". I mean, he got his team to create instruments because "they wouldn't have pianos in planets in the future". Dune is that special project that everybody pours their heart into, and we the audience see it on the screen and feel it in our hearts. One movie critic once said "the greatness of a movie is measured with how long you were thinking about the movie once you left the cinema" - I love that quote and I can say, I am still thinking about the masterpiece I watched and still reading the stories of the Mahdi and the lore of Dune. This is a movie of epic proportions, watch it on IMAX the way Denis intended it to be experienced, it will change your life.
10/10
Beyond the highest expectations
stepa_e5 March 2024
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I was so mad when I left the theater. Why did waste so many resources on so many unimportant movies? If only we could trade all the MCU for another movie like this one. I would easily give up everything from the SW to have a 50% chance for a movie of the similar level to be created.

I felt dirty on my way home. I don't know how much time did I spent in the shower trying to wash of myself the knowledge of me wasting so many hours of my life on all of those blockbusters I watched before. I wanted those memories to dissaper, but they won't.

I felt betrayed. You might say: 'Well we made hundreds of tries and failures just to have a chance to create this movie. We had to learn'. I don't believe it, I don't! What I believe is that the industry is corrupted to the core and the only way for it's survival is to enslave us. Force us to believe that we consume a high quality product. All lies! Those who can become lazy, those who can't - rule, run the machine that feeds on our dreams and produces nothing but horse s***. And we get to watch it and we get to like it.

They didn't care about the empty theater worldwide, they didn't care about the losses. Well, this is the way. Finally, the Messiah came and showed us a narrow path into the future of the good to great quality blockbusters. All the s*** will be fed to the desert, and once again we will have our chance for a Paradise.

But the fight is not over, the path is not clear yet. We need to brace ourselves, come together, gather everyone who doesn't see the path and follow the Messiah. We need to make this a historical pivot moment. We need to go to the theater not once, but many times. We need to bring our family, friends, strangers, anyone we could, anyone who has the light in the eyes, who is ready to see the path. Slowly but surely will we eliminated all the studios and streaming houses that stand stupidly still when the crowd marches towards the brighter future.

Lisan al Gaib!
7/10
Objective Criticism
abdallahalamri-885516 March 2024
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This movie felt like a load of guilty pleasure, I enjoyed it and had fun. But most great things about the movie are credited to the book aka the plot, lore, setting, characters, politics etc. The "filmmaking" part of it beside Cinematography was mediocre to good at best. The emotion range and Believability of characters for example, every single character had one single role in this movie, no depth, complexity or character development. The dramatic scenes were extremely bad, why would shani look at the screen giving her back to the enemies during a WAR!!

Disappointed, but still enjoyed it.....
2/10
not good
sikihac13 March 2024
-Interesting visually no doubt, FX aren't overdone and are well incorporated into the story. Score was fine, it's all pretty much the same here as the first one. This one is more entertaining due to the nature of the content in the source material, more action then the borefest of the first one.

-messiah bashing and subversion, twisting the narrative, "control people tell them messiah is coming" then the angle the imposters have today, that they are their own messiah collectively, yeah collectively like collectivism, marxism forms whose nominal inventor was one of the tribe big surprise. And marxism includes fascism, just some details as to the state picks which private concerns gets loans Vs. The state owns all concerns, that's the only difference. The other thing being that fascism is closer to tribesterism as the chosen super people material worship of themselves as gods. Hmmm what does that tell you about the theater we got in the last 150 years, heck go back to old nappy he did a great job for them until he tried to found a hereditary dynasty then the brotherhood on all sides scuttled it. Collectively antichrist is more accurate no doubt.

-Oh look the evil bad guys are white and bald, hmmm. The first imagery we get is of burning bodies, hmm whose used that fairytale for so long for money, pity, privleges and more?

-The obvious desert storm garb and Crusades references, old bushy-steinberg and associates had that all planned long before some cgi and controlled demolition megavideodrome show was executed, subversion from within old game. Mr bushy-steinberg Senior AKA "poppy" fields and penzoil dope inc kingpin was all in that too but it's an intl mafia cult thing to plan these things for a long time, 1688 comes to mind. 1450-1550 comes to mind, the serpent rising- icarus all over again.

-Obvious jesuit reference but of course totally inverted by these inversion cultists, where's the jADL? Oh wait...

-Spice, drugs, soma, to "travel through space" it's A.nother Looong trip man!! Dope inc stuff, rock-drugs, roll-sex they built their city on sand called rock and roll, the tides will turn and it will be swept away carrying them into the abyss, enjoy your time while it lasts.

-annoying racial politics and also gender politics. And to those who aren't clueless you know these are all invert cultists in this movie and all of them, in front of, to the side of, in back of the camera. The financiers of all this propaganda are the same in this cult of the bapho-inana. We go from a chani that makes sense to a mixing version of the kalergi marxist plan. You on top you use the rabble as much as possible to further your own interests, have your cryptos all over in them to be the leaders. Kabbalistic dialectics by the infrahumans.

-Frank Herbery,FH, 67, as below so above, and the books are a hermetic-kabbalistic codex really, this movie is no different. It's a cult thing. There was never any doubt a remake of this cult codex of drugs, GOT stuff and the propaganda was going to be fully financed. We even have Treasury Secretaries financing movies in the past, you actually pay for these dumpster fires whether you want to or not. Same in the other major media markets worldwide.

-Fugly bapho actors. Chalamet the girlytranneeman is just bizarre looking due to the hormones and such of this cult but the jaw implants, HUGE chinplant, sly-ina droopy eyes and all the other procedures just give this a cartoony fake look, and that's saying a lot when you stand out like that in the zoo animal preserve that T-hukerwood is. We have Mr Poo here doing his thing, all hardened up as they all do in this part of the cult, lose a ton of weight all over, hit them dietpills and certainly harder things oof. The rest of the cast of bottom dwellers of T,hookerwood, flamebound.
7/10
Gratuitous cinematography
abcataldo-146594 March 2024
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There's nothing wrong with gratuitous cinematography, it was beautifully done, but I felt like it was visuals at the expense of storytelling. There are a lot of nuances in Dune that could have been brought out in the film if they had paced a little bit better. WHERE WAS ALIA? The way the screenplay was written, the expected you to believe that Paul had his meteoric rise to Messiah and they were somehow able to put a huge dent in spice production all in about 6-7 months? In the bookand in all other adaptations, it was clear that this happened over a long period of time. Maybe 3 -4 years, which made more sense. Missing that scene of a freakishly wise toddler stabbing her evil, fat grandfather in the neck really dampened my experience. #JusticeforStAliaoftheKnife.
9/10
What's is a masterpiece
dadpkwwgg28 March 2024
What is a masterpiece Dune is a movie where all your senses gets satisfaction The screen play the production the acting 🎭 The sounding and the story all hits together in a beautiful majestic way , I won't even lower it by trying to rate it because it's simply beyond rating it's a statement of excellence and a new standard to be used as a reference point for what comes after it in cinema 🎦 Thank you to each one of you for introducing this masterpiece to us congratulations.

@dunemovie @tchalamet @zendaya @rebecca_ferguson @bardemantarctic @joshbrolin @austinbutler @davebautista @lea_seydouxofficial.
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7/10
Ok, but ultimately disappointing.
pellettim2 March 2024
There are changes from the book, which is fine, but it results in plot holes. The changes to the characters of Stilgar and Chani, both portrayed by great actors, left them with less depth. Stilgar is shown as more of a true believer than a lieutenant, and the complexity of the character in the book is that he is both. Likewise Chani loses depth by becoming more of a 'girlfriend' and less the visionary future mother of a god-emperor. Villeneuve overused made up languages, whose limited use I enjoyed in Part One, but found distracting here. The black-and-white color palette of Giedi Prime lost an opportunity to depict the industrial world in richer but unhealthy hues, perhaps stressing reds and purples as well as white and black, and avoiding greens, blues, and browns. Mere black and white made it seem less real than the brutal planet ruled by psychopaths depicted in the books. Great looking worms, desert landscapes, and special effects, moving music. I missed the role of the sister, the navigators, and the mentats, all central to the plot.
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10/10
Dune 2
nagydonat-741632 March 2024
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This whole film was amazing. The game time was perfect. The fights was good. The last fight between the two chosen one is insane. I never rate any film ever but this film is deserving a good rate. Can't wait to see the next episode. The characters build up was also good. The effects wqs incredible too. Every film should be like similar to this in the story line and the whole concept. This is not that slow like the first episode. The actors acting was incredible aswell. After the half game time of the film you can't really saw the next move in the film. It was mysterious even the ending was mysterious.
10/10
An achievement in modern sci-fi cinema
samuelpnel6 March 2024
This film will go down in history as one of the best sci fi films of all time. Every thread and aspect of this film is finely woven and well inspected and it works like a roaring, beastly, powerful machine. The music and visuals work in such stunning synchronicity, Hans Zimmer was really the only man for the job. Don't go into the film having already listened to the music to help the breathtaking experience. Villeneuve has given himself an impossible job: making Dune Messiah stand up to this film. I'm sure it's possible, Villeneuve has proved time and time again to be one of the most powerful filmmakers of his generation.
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8/10
"Epic" is an understatement
cliftonofun9 March 2024
Villeneuve picks up right where he left off, in terms of plot and in terms of approach. All the same elements are here - visual world building, overwhelming soundscapes, centuries-long histories that get shown rather than told - but this time they are accompanied with heart-pounding action sequences too. It is the pay-off fans of the first movie (me included) have been waiting three years for. Not only that, but the movie manages to offer a fascinating reflection on the role of messianic tales in both disrupting and perpetuating power...it is an action movie about something, which is rare. Not everything is perfect. The action towards the end starts to feel almost Star Wars like (not a compliment): hapless bad guys, shields that are conveniently not on, heroes who never feel threatened. Plus, it's hard to adapt a book series that went on forever and maintain any sense of closure movie to movie; in some ways, Part One had the advantage of everybody knowing things would end unresolved. I never expected anything but build up. Still, Villeneuve seems born to tell this kind of story, and the cast dives into this space opera like it is Shakespeare. The three hours flew by for me, and I would happily line up for Part Three.
9/10
Sandworms and Samosas: Dune - Part 2 Review!
tribhuwan-771014 March 2024
Dune - Part 2" takes audiences on a spellbinding odyssey across the majestic sands of Arrakis, weaving a tapestry of breathtaking visuals and intricate storytelling reminiscent of the complexity found in Indian politics. As the sequel to the highly acclaimed "Dune," this installment promises an even deeper immersion into the rich universe created by Frank Herbert, where alliances are fragile, and power is the ultimate currency.

From the opening scenes, viewers are thrust into a world where every grain of sand holds a secret, and every character harbors ambitions that could reshape the fate of entire civilizations. Director Denis Villeneuve masterfully balances the grandeur of the landscape with the intimate struggles of its inhabitants, creating a cinematic experience that is as mesmerizing as it is thought-provoking.

At the heart of "Dune - Part 2" lies a plot as intricate as the labyrinthine corridors of political power in India. Like a masterful chess game played on a cosmic scale, the narrative unfolds with a series of unexpected twists and turns, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats until the very end. Much like a Bollywood masala film, the story is rich with drama, intrigue, and larger-than-life characters whose destinies are intertwined in ways both profound and unforeseen.

Yet, amidst the political machinations and intergalactic power struggles, "Dune - Part 2" introduces an unlikely hero: the sandworms of Arrakis. Previously viewed as mere beasts of burden, these colossal creatures emerge as symbols of resilience and defiance, challenging the established order and reshaping the very fabric of Indian cinema. Their presence adds a layer of myth and mystique to an already captivating narrative, serving as a reminder that true heroism often comes from the unlikeliest of places.

What sets "Dune - Part 2" apart from other sci-fi epics is its ability to transcend the boundaries of genre and resonate with audiences on a deeply human level. Amidst the spectacle of interstellar warfare and cosmic intrigue, the film explores themes of identity, destiny, and the enduring struggle for freedom. It is a testament to the power of storytelling to illuminate the human condition and inspire audiences to ponder the deeper questions of existence.

As the credits roll and the echoes of the final battle fade into the ether, one cannot help but feel a sense of longing for more. Like a plate of piping hot samosas on a rainy day, "Dune - Part 2" leaves audiences craving for another taste of its intoxicating blend of action, suspense, and spectacle. It is a testament to the enduring appeal of cinema to transport us to worlds beyond our imagination and leave us forever changed by the experience.
1/10
It surely isn't an adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune
srishailc5 March 2024
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Frank Herbert's (and to a lesser extent his son Brian Herbert) books are literary masterpieces. I have read all of them many times over the years and have never felt bored.

The Sci-Fi channel's adaptation of the books (made in the year 2000) is marvellous. It remains fairly true to the books and hence extremely watchable, repeatedly even. The successor series, Children of Dune, is not half-bad either. All with a star cast of not so well known actors, barring very few exceptions who are quite famous. And that series gets a rating of 6.9 while this trash movie gets 9, wow!

The first movie was quite good, the plot remained quite faithful to the books and overall, I looked forward to the second and maybe more instalments with some degree of anticipation.

But somewhere along the way, the decision to turn the multi-faceted epic to a space opera seems to have been made.

A few glaring divergences lead us to this travesty of a movie.

No mention of Dr. Liet Kynes in this movie, so some mystical mumbo-jumbo of greening.

No mention of Kanly, so the seriousness of the Paul-Feyd fight is dumbed down to a grudge match. Also, no Atreides gom Jabbar for the Baron Harkonnen.

The Bene Gesserit are reduced to one dimensional characters. Their only "superpower" is Voice. No mention of their "weirding ways". Their superior training leading to control over their body chemistry which is a critical component of the Water of Life transformation is glossed over to such an extent to be almost absent.

The whole Imperial setup is laughable. If the few images of Corrin are supposed to be representative, no wonder Shaddam is so pitiable a character. And let's not look at the caricatures that are the Sardaukar.

Lastly, what's with the exclusion of the Spacing Guild in this movie? After all, they were there in the first movie, albeit as minor characters. In the books, they were described as the third of a triad of political forces, the other two being the Emperor and the Great Houses. Without them, the climax sequence in this movie is greatly reduced. If you don't believe me, please take a look at the same scene in the Sci-Fi adaptation. Now that one is class all the way!

Overall, the only charitable conclusion I can make here is that this is a movie that borrows the title, the names of the characters and seemingly little else from the titular books. It definitely doesn't borrow the plot to any great degree, so this ends up being a boring pace opera.
10/10
Masterpiece
margauxherbert5 March 2024
This movie is what we all have been waiting for! A beautiful movie that really brought so much ! I have already seen it twice in imax and plan on a few more times . Everytime I watch it, I see new things that I hadn't before. Truly addicted! I brought my two older sons yesterday to see in imax and now have created two new dune fans in the family. The movie has beautiful costumes and scenary throughout the entire film and definitely did not feel like it was almost 3 hrs. It definitely leaves you wanting more at the end and sets it up for Dune messiah. We will be seeing this a few more times in imax because it truly is breathtaking.
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1/10
Dune: Shock 2
mmstw28 March 2024
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If you're looking for a reason to throw yourself in front of a train, tell yourself: This is the best movie of the year. Inside you'll be tearing yourself apart because this statement is, of course, complete nonsense. And you actually know that. Nevertheless, you keep on saying it. This will lead to internal conflicts. If you don't want that, then say to yourself: The movie is a failure.

In a way, it's a showcase movie for: What's wrong with this picture? Everything. Sit in front of a wall with 1-2 colors, brown and grey will do it, and open the window if you live on a main road. Look at the same colors, enjoy the noise for hours: This is Dune 2.

Please please dear David Lynch, safe our souls. SOS!
10/10
Hud
rccxpjz10 March 2024
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10/10 This is what Hollywood needs!

This is what Hollywood needs. A great story with a great director/producer. After that the best thing a studio can do is get the hell out of the way and let artists create art.

Dune Part 2 is creative, beautiful, tragic, and mesmerizing. Never once did I get bored or anticipate what was going to happen next. I haven't read the book so I have nothing to compare it to.

Denis Villeneuve continues to amaze me with the effort he puts into each of his films. The acting in this film was top notch too. We saw it in IMAX and the sound was earth shattering. If you're gonna see this movie, see it on the largest screen possible.
10/10
Indeed a sequel that exceeds at living up to the quality of the first film
charliek-240783 March 2024
I will not go into spoilers, but I watched this yesterday; I thought the cinematography and to choreography were brilliant. The lack of non diegetic sounds in some scenes made for very tense engagements between characters. I would seriously recommend this to any sci fi enjoyers, as well as anyone interested in impactful film making. It should be said that the performance of actors was also impeccable, I think this may be Chalamet's greatest area for acting yet. I will also add my personal liking to the visuals of the desert settings, however, the choice to alter the lighting to monochromatic in once certain sequence (I will not refer to it to avoid spoilers but you will probably understand upon watching the film) was simply outstanding and provides us to a completely different lifestyle and aesthetic to a different society within the greatly expansive narrative of Dune.
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10/10
Masterpiece
I am no fan of sci-fi movies and Dune 1 was nice but didn't necessarily leave me wanting to see part 2... however! I went to see part 2 and... OH. MY. GOD!!!! I was on the edge of my seat. I wanted to scream and cheer and clap! Not to mention the soundtrack. Hans Zimmer is and will be known one of the greatest compositors of all times.

I cannot wait for part 3 as I was left with pain in my heart at the end of part 2.

I have to admit that I didn't trust Timothy's acting but I was so wrong. He really proved to really connect with his character. Everyone played beautifully.

I love love loved this movie <3.
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6/10
Lawrence of Arabia remake
Omnicient94 March 2024
I realize the white savior trope goes back to the dawn of time, but this rendition paid homage to some of the classics, my guess is, to insinuate itself into that pantheon of greats.

With nods to The 10 Commandments, "lead them to paradise", Lawrence of Arabia (spice=oil, and those hypnotic blue eyes), and even that commercially unrivaled Force that is STILL with us despite Disney's corrosion, this particular version offers better sfx than classic film making.

The sound, the battles, the explosions, all great fun. But the curiously unexplored evolution of a Reluctant Messiah into they pure Machiavellian prince ala Apocalypse Now's Willard and Kurtz (or Conrad's Heart of Darkness) was the real winner in the 2nd installment of a sci-fi underdog.
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10/10
One of the best movies of the last 10 years!
CaesarMagic11 March 2024
I'll say right away that I love Frank Herbert's universe, I'm a fan of this amazing, realistic and frightening world. With lots of intrigue and conspiracies.

I read the first three books before Dune 2021 came out. By the way, even when I read the books I realized that this book is VERY hard to adapt and even harder to make a quality movie. As we remember the first attempts were, to put it mildly, not very good...

When Denis Villeneuve was appointed director, I realized that the films would have a CHANCE for something good, because this director can not do bad, all his films are close to masterpieces of cinema. When I watched the first movie I was delighted, the movie was very worthy. I gave Dune: Part One - 10 out of 10. But when I watched the second part..... This movie was half a head better than the first part. Dune: Part Two is perfect in almost every frame it takes.

Let's go in order. Music - the brilliant Hans Zimmer was responsible for this aspect of the movie. And he's outdone himself!, every song fits perfectly!

The editing and camerawork are beyond praise.

The cast, well, that's... one of the most stellar casts in movie history. And everyone's performance was worthy.

As a fan of the source material, I can say that not everything is screened exactly as in the book, and in some places it came out BETTER than in the book.

Before going to the theater (IMAX) I read the first reviews and they were all very positive, and I expected a good movie, but I'll be honest I didn't think it was that good. The movie amazed me.

From the beginning to the last frame it is an unequivocal masterpiece of cinema!

11 out of 10!!!

P. S. I hope the movie grosses over $1 million dollars at the box office, it deserves it.

P. S. Thank you Denis Villeneuve for everything you do. You and your team have done an amazing job!)
6/10
Disappointing
johnbrittain7 March 2024
I expected more with all the critics' reviews (that were probably hyped in a poor movie season). The movie was too long, with unfocussed direction, odd narrative shifts and confusing battle scenes. The CGI in the arena fight was cringy-bad. After all this, the director clearly pointed the way to another sequel. Ho hum. It's interesting that Hollywood is plowing so much money into films that require you to have read the book before in order to understand what all this noise is about. Without knowing the book, this would be an incomprehensible film. Actually, the director's attempt to make it as true to the book as possible has made it less of a film.
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1/10
Made for people who read the book
cathyg-111 March 2024
My memories of Dune 1: 1. Didn't understand the story 2. Nodded off a few times 3. A wtf moment at the end when, well, it doesn't really end... to be continued ... 3 years later ...

That's pretty much my memories of the original Dune movie years ago as well - the one with Kyle McLaughlin.

So since the hubby and step-son are big Dune fans, I agreed to go again to Dune 2 with them in hopes to getting a more full and comprehendible story this time. (BTW - we saw both 1 and 2 in iMax, so, you know, the sand dunes would be bigger...)

My thoughts on Dune 2: 1. Didn't understand the story 2. Nodded off a few times 3. *Maybe* a to-be-continued ending...? Maybe not? (See point #1)

After the movie, got a chuckle out of seeing a couple small groups in the lobby where "Dune-nerds" were explaining what happened in the movie to those they brought with them.

These weren't simply "this is what the ending meant" conversations. These were much longer dissertations where basically the Dune-nerds were explaining the entire Dune story to their bewildered looking companions.

My hubby and step-son loved it - couldn't get enough. My husband held one of those dissertations for me in the truck on the way home.

Summation: The Dune series is made for those who already know the story. Period. Not remotely interesting/discernible to those who haven't read the book.

I've made a decision: Dune 3 will be a *great* bonding experience for my husband and step-son! I'll save us the $20 iMax ticket and take a proper nap at home. ;-)
10/10
You may think, "it must be perfect", it's not, but this is Si Fi movie going at its best!
michaelisking-6622631 March 2024
I mean "Perfection"? I have not seen it anywhere. Ever. However a great moviegoing experience this is! Without a doubt. I mean if you don't like science fiction or you only want a movie to be exactly like "the book", I mean...there's no helping you. You're never going to be satisfied. So this review is not for those, this review is for people who just love to be immersed in worlds that almost seem unimaginable, and yet you're there. With the sounds, the sights, the vibrations, the feelings and all the emotions. Only thing missing is the smell.

One of the best movies I've ever seen on the big screen. Making full use of everything that the big screen and big sound offers you.

The acting is superb, everyone! Timothy Chalamet was perfect. You can't take your eyes off Austin Butler.

Costumes, sound, I mean this was a spectacle and I definitely appreciate it all. The writing, directing, editing, you name it. A Si-Fi masterpiece and a truely epic, if lawed, piece of movie making history! Thank you for creating and sharing it with us.
6/10
What happened ?
ryojunk8 March 2024
I absolutely love part 1. Every scene was a tableau; understanding such a complex story was made easy with the help of a well timed and thought out editing. I was thrilled to see how different (and good) this part was from the first movie.

Part 2 on the other hand, is weirdly edited (veeeerry long at first and the hero moves at the speed of light sometimes..) and the esthetically perfect tableaus are no more. Scenes are as standard as can be; such as they are in any Hollywood movie. As a result, the tale I was so thrilled about becomes a regular good story.

Such a shame. I liked it.

But man, it could have been epic.
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10/10
A masterpiece from start to finish!
jwoody-962706 March 2024
Finally a necessary sequel that surpasses the original on a huge scale.

A masterclass in filmmaking by Denis Villeneuve, who effortlessly brings the complex universe of Dune to life. The storytelling is a brilliant tapestry of intrigue, seamlessly blending intricate plotlines and character arcs.

The cinematography is a visual feast, with beautiful desert landscapes that transport the audience to Arrakis itself. The ensemble cast, led by Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, breathes life into each character, creating a captivating on-screen chemistry.

Furthermore, the music score, composed by Hans Zimmer elevates the entire experience, perfectly complimenting the grandeur of the narrative.

Dune part 2 is a cinematic triumph, a symphony of talent converging to deliver a truly unforgettable masterpiece of cinema history.
6/10
You can't compare Dune 2 with Lynchs original "Der Wüstenplanet"
ohhendrik31 March 2024
Sorry, but I can't agree with the enthusiastic reviews at all, because compared to the original, the desert planet from 1984, this remake unfortunately can't keep up at all, not keep up with the acting performance, not with the science fiction elements, which were already more imaginative and better in 1984 than in the current Vision version, and certainly not with the mysticism that was transported over to the original. The main actor would have been better off in a children's movie epic, but he came across as sympathetic but by no means like a leader. In addition, the intellect lacked physical strength and size. The film, which was performed and presented much too loudly, unfortunately disappointed me all along the line. It is better to enjoy the original.
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8/10
We all wait for a Return of the King in Dune: Part Three
Movie_Rating_n_Ranking14 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is a great work of science fiction, which will undoubtedly inspire many other filmmakers. However, it's not a perfect film, nor it's close to being one. I'm one of those meticulous viewers who are always attentive to every detail, and yes, Dune: Part Two has elements to repair and improve, especially in its editing, rhythm, and the chronology of the events presented in its plot. It's unfortunate. Without these small black points, in reality, it could have gotten closer to better grades and ratings, because it maintains the spectacularity, solemnity, and seriousness that made the first part a memorable work, knowing that it was a notorious prologue.

If we delve into the most notable aspects of this film, several elements jump out to the eye and to the memory of everyone who has seen it: production design, direction, cinematography, sound, and costumes. All of these elements memorably appear on the screen, each one having enough starring time to appreciate it impeccably.

The acting is also good, although some are weaker than others. As a good science fiction film with the immense budget it had, its visual effects are very good, giving a constant spectacle with the giant worms and the action sequences that involved several explosions.

The third act of the film is one of the most powerful I have seen lately. Great plot outcome, great character development, great final climax. But for all this to have happened, the script has a great basal construction, shielding its protagonist with a religious, spiritual, and magical shield, in a strategically political, brutal, and ruthless world.

This trilogy knows how to present itself as a serious work, taking its genre to the top of cinematographic preferences, just as the Lord of the Rings trilogy once did with medieval fantasy. If Villeneuve knows how to correct his small but important details for his final delivery, the closing number will be epic.
3/10
Disappointing, overblown, lacks emotional content.
michael-298417 March 2024
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After enjoying Part 1, forgiving that film's clearly incomplete feeling due to being a setup for Part 2, I was truly disappointed by this. Saw it in IMAX, "UK's BIGGEST screen", which I have enjoyed for it's realism (especially sound) in the past. After about 45 mins I realised the film was trying to pummel me into submission. The body falling from some height onto the sandy desert floor made the sound of Oppenheimer's nuke test (but truncated). Why? To further remove any sense of realism? My interest was piqued when Paul set off on his required task of crossing a patch of desert, being alerted to a number of major hazards on the way. This was going to be of some interest. Nope: we basically just cut to another scene. The Austin Butler/Pugh bedroom scene was cut the instance she asked him to put his hand in the box...Cutting room floor? No chemistry was allowed to develop between Paul Artreidis and Chani; etc. In a good film I expect to have my feelings, brain and heart involved, ie making me a participant. Here I sat in my seat, barring a few exceptions, just a spectator.
7/10
Are we so starved?
dunselguy9 March 2024
It's been a minute since we've seen big screen, full-meal-deal science fiction, and Dune: Part Two tries to deliver. With sweeping special effects and a very large canvass, this film does its best to check the boxes created when the Star Wars franchise was at its zenith.

But as the CGI glitz and ear-piercing sound fade, what remains is less-than-satisfying dialogue and the shopworn plot lines of "little guy fights against inestimable odds" and "will two lovers find a way?"

Casting is uneven. Rebecca Ferguson's screen-scorching sensuality is barely recognizable and wasted here, but the amiable Austin Butler transforms well from his turn as a sympathy-evoking Elvis into a cheerfully efficient serial killer. Once again, Javier Bardem steals scene after scene with his comically touching portrayal of destiny's true believer.

Despite its flaws, this film still entertains, perhaps because we're so starved for the genre that we're more forgiving than the sand worms.

But truly, if you're going all-in on a mega-production such as Dune Two, give a thought to the screenplay. As theatre attendance strives for a post-COVID comeback, the redefinition of an "epic" film will need to include more crisp dialogue and a tighter plot line.
10/10
Best movie of the decade
davidmgut8 March 2024
When I saw the first movie I could tell it was many used to build up to this one and it showed. Dune 2 is one of my favorite movies, it could just be that I love sci-fi, but there is really nothing to complain about. My favorite movie is Interstellar, even though this movie is very different; they both involve space and I love the genre. A strongpoint of this movie is the soundtrack and cinematography. Which is also a strongpoint of Interstellar. I will probably see this movie many more times on streaming. I will also see Dune: Messiah as soon as it comes out. I totally recommend this movie to anyone.
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10/10
Awesome
contactrobertyoung14 March 2024
Awesome in the truest sense of the word. A wonderful adaption with some true darkness at its heart. Visually stunning with scenes that are at times achingly beautiful. Sometimes a film comes along that restores your faith in the medium, and for me this is it, soaring as it does high above recent blockbuster fair. Equally adept in handling massive set pieces as it is in showing genuine human interactions in more intimate settings. A director at the top of his game, ably assisted by a cinematographer who fully deserves every one of the plaudits he is receiving. Not a single poor performance from any of the cast, with the only whiff of a misstep being the rather strange choice for the emperor, however this is a minor, and very subjective, gripe.

If there is a better slice of cinema served this year, we will have been very lucky indeed.
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10/10
Absolute master class!
motsy-103258 March 2024
I literally had to remind myself to keep breathing through certain scenes the movie was a spectacle to behold, the present and future of the movie industry, the cinematography was flawless and beautiful the score by Zimmer absolute encapsulates the feeling of the whole movie! Denis I will kiss your ring at this point, what a Goliath, going to change the future of the whole movie scene after this.

All I can say is that Denis villenevue has spoiled us with this movie, we will all hold future movies to such a high regard which will be hard for all the other movie studios to follow. The next big thing of the century. Enjoy everyone.
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9/10
Overwhelmed at the end
katharinabruns29 February 2024
After watching the movie, you are not done with it.

Dune 2 has great pictures and music. It's dark and gritty and I love that. I really had to think about what it all meant and how I felt about it and that is also a minus. I felt like a lot was not really explained and like I had fallen asleep been scenes and missed something. I also felt really uncomfortable with the whole idea of fundamentalism and a holy war, but I guess that was intended. But all in all I was really fascinated by it and ripped me in a way no sci-fi movie has done in a long time. Star Wars could really something here. It makes you want to learn and understand more. I can really recommend watching the movie.
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10/10
Best sci-fi movie so far.
aceydante8 March 2024
I'll give a 9.6 ...Denis Villeneuve went all out.

I've never seen anything like it .

It's dramatic in a nice way , epic, the visual are nicely done ,cgi on point, story very rich , character development at its finest, casting was perfect.

Denis Villeneuve really out did himself with this one I think he learnt alot from Christopher nolan and 2024 might be his year .

Timothée Chalamet did a very nice job 👏... this might probably be the best movie this year or maybe for so many years . It's oppenheimer good, dark knight good if you haven't watched it please make time it's worth your time in every aspect .
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8/10
What could of been epic
b_rad_cash_money114 March 2024
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So close to an all time great was lost on the last 30mins of rushed combat. The last 2 movies had been building to this huge battle and show down to only see like 2 minutes of the huge battle was so upsetting. Was looking for a battle of Minas Tirith level. This was the focal point of the last 2 movies coming to a head. The Sardaukar were laughable, what should of been an epic show down with the Fremen was transformed into them being nothing more than an over hyped force being slaughtered with no effort. Overall still really enjoyed the movie, and is definitely something that Hollywood needed and needs to take note of on how to make blockbuster sci fi movies again but just had the action.
8/10
Good but not enough!
DJ-shephard8 March 2024
It's definitely a solid 8 but not anything more cause some parts of it is so cliche, unexplained and overall it's easy to forget movie. But the movie has some of the best visuals in recent years. The CGI is its highest grade and quality. Sounds engineering was amazing. Over directing and acting was good but story seems a bit rushed to fit all elements of the book in the 3 hour movie. A chosen one rising to power isn't something new. The climax wasn't really there and if it was it was pretty weak. Also movie desperately needs an edit, not sure how many time some of the characters kept repeating same dialogue: then they all will die ( screaming). I'd highly recommend it to someone to watch it but it definitely lack a solid engine to keep it as one of the all time best!
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8/10
Great movie but lower your expectations
razak-675572 March 2024
I watched this in IMAX. Phenomenal and truly Sci-Fi masterpiece. But maybe my expectations were too high (too many reviews and critics claim the movie as the GOAT), but really I dont think its even Denis' best. Prisoners was better. For Sci-Fi, cant beat Interstellar and Inception. But definitely better than the whole Star Wars and Star Trek movies. Faster pace compared to Part One (if you find the 1st one bit boring and makes u sleepy, like me). Movie picks up towards the last 1 hour. First 2 hours mainly great CGI, cinematography, score, all that... For story, not so much.

But still, I love the movie. Cant wait for Dune Messiah. We needed this for a long time now.
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8/10
A saga with gravitas and I want to see how it ends now. 75+%
dfle32 March 2024
These will be general impressions of this film, whereas my review of the first film was more detailed as far as characters and plot goes. In its initial release, many cinemas have been screening Dune and Dune: Part Two back-to-back, which I would recommend if you haven't seen the first film yet. The story is dense and you would be completely lost if you start watching this series with the sequel. That being said, there is handy plot exposition in the dialogue at the start to refresh your memory of what happened in the first film (I saw the first film in the cinema in early December, 2021 and didn't rewatch it prior to seeing Dune: Part Two today, although I have read my Dune review a few times since then, so that was also a refresher, of sorts).

Not being fanatical about this story as far as reading the source material or watching the first Dune more than once, I have to say that I don't think that I grasped everything that happens in the sequel. I was vague on details about who people were or the origins of peoples. E.g. At the start of the film, I was thinking that a young woman was our hero's (Paul Atreides, played by Timothée Chalamet) sister but it turns out that she was his mother. My review of Dune doesn't mention that she looked too young to play his mother but she does. That Paul says "sister" around her sometimes didn't help me. Later on I saw an older man in a scene and I thought he might have been one of the good guys from the first film but since he was in a spice harvester now, I was confused. Why was he in that? I'm not sure that that is explained satisfactorily but that does raise one issue that I had with this film: being able to clearly understand the dialogue being spoken. Sometimes it was unclear due to characters' accents, other times due to ambient noise and other other times due to stylistic effects being utilised. It would have been good if I could have heard the last thing that Paul says to Baron Vladimir Harkonnen (played by Stellan Skarsgård). It's at times like these that being able to rewind the film or turn on closed captions would have been appreciated.

Not being able to recall how romantically involved Paul was with Chani (Zendaya) in the first film, it did seem that in the sequel their romance blossomed at a very fast rate. Perhaps more time had elapsed that I realised within the sequel itself, as far as that went. Sometimes the transitions from one scene to a different one was unclear. For instance, there's one scene where Paul is meant to be having a trial in the desert by himself and in the next scene it wasn't clear to me that the man in a military ambush was him but in my defence, he did have his face covered in the latter scene. So, maybe these switches were handled too abruptly or maybe I just lost concentration during the transition.

There are many times in Dune: Part Two where some of the 'natives' on the planet Arrakis comment that their religion is just a means for others to manipulate them for the other's political ends. Similarly, the same sentiment is expressed by some of the colonisers too. At the risk of sounding like comedian Kenny Everett's character Quentin Pose: "religion is the opiate of the masses and yet...". And yet, on the other hand, the all-female religious order does have what seems like supernatural abilities. In other words, it's hard to be definitive about what is happening with the hero's journey here.

Another time I felt more detached watching this film was just finding silly how Paul exceeded the prophecies concerning 'the chosen one'. The signs or proof of Paul's prophetic status are magnified and overblown. Then there's the issue of him being white and being worshipped by the non-white 'natives'. No doubt there is a post-colonial critique to be made here. Just a question for myself: are the 'natives' of a Arrakis genuinely of this planet or were they just the first colonists there? Did the first film explain that? Did the book explain that? My last word on finding the film silly at times would be those scenes where characters worm-ski. Really? It's probably fortunate that no attempt is made in the film to try and rationalise that, because I doubt that I could suspend my disbelief.

Towards the end of the film there was a point where I thought that that conclusion would serve as the end point of the series, perhaps. However, the story continued and made it obvious that that wouldn't be the case. Since I haven't read the book on which the films are based, if I was to hazard a guess, I would say that this Dune story would be a trilogy but I wouldn't rule out a 4th film in this arc. In other words, this would be a 3 or 4 film adaptation of the original Dune book by Frank Herbert (I imagine part 4 as being some sort of 3 hour epilogue). I'm still interested and invested in this story. I want to see how the relationship between Paul and Chani evolves. With this sequel, the worlds depicted did seem quite alien but the thought occurred to me that it would be familiar to people who lived in earlier times, for instance, those attending the Nuremberg rallies or the Colosseum 'back in the day'.

Note: I didn't see a listing for a 3D screening for this film in cinemas here but the closing credits makes it clear that such a version exists. I can't vouch in that case as to how worthwhile it would be to view that version. When I saw one of the Disney Star Wars films in 3D it was laughably woeful on that front. The first Avatar film is the benchmark on that front.

Random notes:

* I toyed with scoring this film 70%, then 75% seemed most likely but I decided to add a "+" sign to that, which is my tipping point for adding a star to my rating, as IMDB does not do half stars.

* I laughed out loud when one character said words to the effect that Paul's denial of being the messiah was proof Paul was the messiah!

* Christopher Walken is such a distinctive looking individual that he stands out like a dog's bollocks, visually. The rest of the cast didn't have that 'baggage' with me, even though I've seen some of them in unrelated films. In other words, I thought "that's Christopher Walken" when I saw him. Perhaps you could say that his presence affected my 'immersion' in this world.

* Nice misdirection in the final fight scene.

* American pronunciation of "Dune" by Paul, as in "doon".

* As per my review of the first Dune film, I've collected another IMDB "Iron bladder" trophy.
8/10
Corrected my complaints about the first one
dopefishie11 March 2024
This is a better film than the first one. They corrected a number of things here. Our leads are given more to do and shine much more here. We get a love story. The worms also have a bigger role. The whole thing looks and sounds incredible!

The villains are much improved, and there's a new villain who thankfully feels like a worthy opponent and raises the stakes nicely.

There is some nice social commentary about fascism and religious fundamentalism.

Best of all, they cut back on all the dream sequences (there are still a few), and the pacing is better. There was some choppiness in the seconds act, but overall, the film glided by.
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10/10
Incredible movie, everything was perfect.
misterdonsebi8 March 2024
As a Dune book series fan myself, I was very hyped for the second Dune part. I already loved the first movie, so I had very high expectations in the second part, and there were highly exceeded.

The first two seconds of the film, Power over spice, is power over all. Already set the tone for the movie, and with great scenery, fantastic acting and incredible sound and music, Villeneuve created one of my favorite movies forever.

One little thing that annoyed me was the inaccurate representation of Chani and the Fremen traditions. I understand where it comes from, but Chani being less supportive of Paul and tending more to side with the non-believers was a little bit inaccurate.

Nevertheless, the movie represented the book very closely, and I had so much fun watching, thank you!
9/10
Breathtakingly epic!
karen-n-mok3 March 2024
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The first Dune was amazing. This Dune *spoiler alert* departs from the storyline, but beautifully demonstrates the process of Paul getting to meet the emperor and the climax of the movie. The interesting part is the end, where they interestingly display one of the characters and their scorned reaction.

I love how they showed the mastery of the worms, and the anticipation of Paul's test in becoming a Fremen. They did a good job linking the story to people who hadn't seen the first movie.

Cinematics and music were immersive and grandiose in an amazing way! The acting was very good by all, and especially impressive by Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, and Austin Butler.

The plot was suspenseful in a slowly paced way, but intriguing until the end. I was sad to see The Atreides sister not being a part of this though!
10/10
About to be the best trilogy ever made
emilbruun9 March 2024
Dune Part 2 continues to build upon the greatness of the first movie and even surpasses it. The visuals of the movie from planet to planet all stand in stark contrast and the color palettes used only make every scene that much better.

The acting is always superb and the relationship that is build between the main characters is extremely well made, for lovers of the book they can be happy because this film does it justice.

Thus if you like sci-fi or grand story telling this is the movie for you, the films might be long but it's so worth it. When it was over i couldn't believe it had actually been that long, it only felt like an hour on the first watch.

Can only recommend.
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7/10
Good but definitely not better than Part 1
tolgakucukyumuk3 March 2024
Too much hype hurts even the best movies. There are a bunch of fanboys out there who will fall drooling to the ground when they see a large scale CG battle in a scifi movie. They don't care if there is a plot or character development. Just seeing the pew pews will get them going.

This is a good movie and it owes its strength to its incredible predecessor. But in the second installment lost are the sound design, the strong undercurrent of character buildup and the pace that got the viewer in - that made you "live" the movie. Villeneuve, having spent 3 hours in Dune:Part 1 building up an entire universe with dazzling believability suddenly rushes through the whole Part 2 to obviously pave the way to a new set of sequels.

There is a hectic feeling to the flow of the plot. Villeneuve acts as if he is eager to get to the end. It is a great show-off and you can sense the pride he has in his creation.

Character development is lost here. While he allows the young Atreides to mature a little and discover himself, he quickly turns Stilgar into an almost comical, caricaturized fanatic. While trying to enrich the universe with some new players he wastes the good old ones unnecessarily.

The visual design is beautiful to behold as ever. May be it is because we have somewhat gotten familiar with them, the impact is less but still there.

The sound was one of the strongest aspects of Part 1. Somehow I feel as if it is sacrificed here to make room for more dialogue. And I think it is a great loss.

Conclusion to my rant: By any standard this is a good movie. Worthy of a glowing 7 or 7.5 score. However compared to what it could have been, it unfortunately falls short. And it definitely does not deserve a 9.
5/10
Sumptuous Borefest
skankbitch9 March 2024
This is quite possibly the most visually stunning movies I've ever seen. The acting is a lot better than I expected and the story is excellent. However, the pacing is terrible and it's taking a sledgehammer to crack a walnut. I was overly impressed by the battle set pieces and Shai Hulud didn't give me too much excitement. It all felt very contrived and designed to make things as beautiful as possible. Given the cast, the director had some strong basic elements to make it look superb. And to be fair he managed that. I haven't read any of the books so can't comment literary accuracy, but I struggle having watched 5 hours of movie to find it to be no more than a prologue to another series of overly long movies.
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9/10
Dune Part 2 goes down on sequels Mount Rushmore
kevinhernandez-319515 March 2024
This was a fantastic movie that has lived to the hype of the movie reviewers. I won't give away spoilers but watching this movie in Imax reminded me why I love the movie theaters and watching movies in that format. There's a level of focus that you can't replicate watching a movie at home. This movie is nearly 3 hours long and I never felt it drug on. One way I know I think a movie is too long is that I begin to get fidgety and start looking at the time. Never happened once for me. I hope movie theaters will never become a thing of the past like Blockbuster. The graphics, story line, and fantastic actors captivate you. For me this movie is on the Mount Rushmore of sequels with The Dark Knight, Godfather 2, and Top Gun Maverick. Go see it, it was amazing!
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10/10
An exceeding scope of a Sci-fi sequel by Denis Villeneuve
oneadditionfans-281926 March 2024
Dune Part Two It has come to full fruition. Denis Villeneuve's Dune series might be the greatest sci-fi series in cinematic history. The new age of cinema has shown its potential to not just adapt in filmmaking but to show a great storyline and potentially become a classic in centuries to come. And I believe that with all of my heart. Denis Villeneuve's Dune series will be the sci-fi film that will share the throne as the greatest amongst the classics.

It's a wild thing to say for a latest-release film, and I do understand the recency bias phenomenon among moviegoers. But I also believe Denis Dune will grow on people from time to time, as I felt that myself with Dune Part One rewatches and also my observation on the audiences latest reviews on Dune Part One rewatch.

There are two eyewitnesses to this film: the novel non-readers and the readers. It is a bipartite review as to how they perceived this film, and I can say that I'm jealous of how non-readers might perceive this film. While I might see the words becoming a full visualization, I'm also trying to perceive how non-readers see its story.

From this statement, it's due to how there are quite plenty of omissions and changes in the storyline from the novel, and the way I'm wording it doesn't indicate a bad thing, but it's a "huh" moment for me as I immersed myself in the story with a new perception. I believe most non-readers will see it as a linear, perfect storyline, but it's different for me, and this is not entirely a bad thing.

To sum up the statement, Denis and Jon have done a tremendous job on the storyline and screenwriting, and I have to say it's the best decision yet to make the storyline go in the other direction. Most of the new scenes leave me in a great shock at how well told it is and how unexpectedly it turned out to be played, especially the ending.

The words for this storyline are more fierce and cruel.

Dune Part Two is an experience, not just a film of fiction. It is dramatic in its depth, poignant in its love story, profound and cruel in its motive, and epic in its style that's grandeur and maximized to near perfection.

I'm blown away by how Denis managed to achieve this level of mastery in an adaptation of the greatest sci-fi novel in history. Dune Part Two is a masterpiece and beautifully adapted.

It just gets better.

Moving away from the main thematic entrance to this cinematic desert masterpiece. I just have to talk about the ingredients that make this film as spicy as it gets.

The cinematography is top-notch and one of the most remarkable aspects of this film. The film was a whole 2 hours and 40 minutes of eye-catching experience to be immersed on a big screen. This film managed to capture lots of moments in this scene that'll make you go, "Hell yeah, that's fire."

The color grading for this film has its way to be most deliberate and non-subtle but will make you feel the atmospheric changes in the film, capturing the moment so well with how it is done. You'll know what I mean here...

All this couldn't be done without the creative mind of Greg Frasier and perfect visualizations by Denis Villeneuve. Reading the texts and seeing how it's done in the film is one of the blessings I felt in my cinematic experience.

Hans Zimmer is truly a work of art. His craft manages to consistently elevate one after the other in his film scores. The Dune Part Two soundtrack is perfectly conveyed with the instruments played and will put you in every emotion to be felt in this film.

I believe Timothée Chalamet has outdone himself in this film. There are many doubts lingering about this young actor, but this film will definitely solidify them. The acting was fierce and potent enough to grip you to the edge of your seat, and I'm going to tell you to prepare for what's to come.

It has always been a topic of him being overrated, but hopefully Dune Part Two will prove doubters wrong and how talented Timothée actually is. One of the greatest young actors in this new era of cinema, with a wide range of acting.

Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha is exceptional casting that is once again unexpected. Like Timothée said in an interview, he has to prove himself for this film, and now it's Austin's turn, and he's actually done it. It is not an exaggeration when the word psychotic is thrown around. He truly is...

Dare I say it? Feyd-Rautha is way more psychotic and villainous than he is in the novel, and you just have to witness it.

I have every word to say about each actor and actress, but I couldn't prolong it. Timothée and Austin are prime examples of how well-acted this film is, and you guys have to witness others acting masterfully on the big screen.

My honorable mention before ending this review is how perfectly they created the Chakobsa language.

David Peterson and Denis managed to give this language depth with how dramatic the language sounds when it's spoken. It doesn't feel made up for the sake of being an incomprehensible language, but rather realistic and felt.

Dune Part Two is definitely worth a watch as it's healing sci-fi and action cinema right now, and I think everyone deserves to experience this in their lifetime. Go watch it while you have the chance on the big screen!
5/10
Sadly not so good as the 1st one
alizeinibi1 March 2024
The first one I was lost in it, meaning it pulled me fully into the movie story/action/originality/survival/acting and so on....

2nd part however was a bit speed up here and there specially the fight scenes and short ones for the masses against masses and then a easy solution a look at here your father hide atomic weapons b...please!

Also the middle part quite boring what was never the case in the first part...

Like he would choose to take the daughter to be the emperor instead of his love of his life and be the leader of arakis...

The blood line is secured they are cousins same bloodline morons, he sees the future (visions) but not that the daughter is a pro. Who already has a growing baby in her yeah yeah yeah...lame.
9/10
An amazing film and a beautiful adaptation of the book
jefeul-442092 March 2024
As a book reader (someone who knew in advance how events would play out), my heart was still beating faster in many of the incredible action sequences.

All departures from the source material were done with taste and to strengthen the main themes of the novel.

As was the case with Part 1, all technical aspects (costumes, set design, sound, cinematography and VFX) were flawless.

Acting was incredible. Timothée Chalamet, in paticular, is a very convincing Paul Atreides. Not having previously watched many movies/TV shows of Zendaya I was pleasantly surprised by her performance.

9/10 strongly recommanded !
10/10
One of the best movies I've ever seen.
mwcharke9 March 2024
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Dune Part 2 (2024) This is easily one of the best movies I've ever seen. About two hours in, it feels done, but basically, sit back because you are about to watch another episode in the same franchise. Except for significantly toning down on gore to keep a lower rating, the movie is really faithful to the source books, even very quietly referencing the golden path.

The movie is incredibly politically correct without being incredibly offensive which is a feat these days. Every aspect of the movie is as brutally mundane as it can be while being epic in scope. There is nothing that doesn't stand out, the music, the pacing, the costumes, the special effects. You can see everything clearly all the time, even in a sand storm or a high speed knife fight with shields.

It's only real problem is the incredible depth of the story. Even reading the books it is difficult to understand it. There are perhaps 3 or 4 passages across the 5 books that finally explain the story. The more accessable they make the movie to the casual viewer, the less of the depth they can portray. Even with a 3 hour run time, some of the villains feel like you didn't get a chance to really know them.

There are some small but significant deviations from the novels. Some merely made me raise an eyebrow. Others added more content to characters but one wandered into cliche territory. Finally, the new version of Alia's story was deeply distrubing and that made it fantastic. No previous version of Dune has presented the topic of abomination in such an uncomfortable way. The fact that the reverand mother did not seem completely in control, only added to this.

Can you go see this movie without seeing the other two versions and reading the 28 novels? Yes, really you can. It's really a good show without all the background. And, if you really love it, then know there is a lot more to dig into, if you want to.
9/10
Exciting, Gripping, but permanent personality change from taking drug(spice) once not realistic.
rlphchng-158-806966 March 2024
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The evocation of a fantastic, exotic future was powerful. The combat action ranging from blowing up giant machines to single combat with knives was exciting. Up until the point where Paul wakes up after drinking the spice, he was admirable and both he and Chani were very likable.

The only reason why i didn't give Part 2 a 10 was that No drug such as Arrakin spice and whatever else is in the blue Water of Life--taken once that can cause a permanent major character change. Before he drank the blue substance, Paul was deadset against the idea that he was a savior, deadset against igniting a fundamentalist revolution that would result in the death of Billions of people. Suddenly afterwards, while he remains extremely brave,his personality transforms into that of an absolute dictator who abandons his previously claimed undying love for Chani by declaring he will marry the daughter of the Emperor, thereby allowing him to rule the known universe. OK, i happen to already know more than is in part 2, that he will ignite that revolution that ends with the death of Billions or Trillions. All from taking a drug once. That's not possible.
10/10
Dune: Part Two the best happines and fantasy
veratante10 March 2024
As of my last update in January 2022, "Dune: Part Two" had not been released, so I cannot provide specific details about the film. However, I can offer a speculative description based on what is known about the "Dune" universe and the potential direction of the sequel.

"Dune: Part Two" is expected to be the continuation of the epic science fiction saga based on the second half of Frank Herbert's seminal novel "Dune." Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the sequel is anticipated to delve deeper into the intricate political intrigue, complex characters, and richly detailed world of Arrakis.

The story is likely to follow the journey of Paul Atreides (played by Timothée Chalamet) as he embraces his destiny as the messianic figure known as Muad'Dib, leading the Fremen in a rebellion against the oppressive rule of House Harkonnen and the galactic Emperor. As Paul's powers as a Bene Gesserit-trained warrior and prescient visionary grow, he faces internal conflicts and external threats, including the ominous forces of the malevolent entity known as the Bene Tleilax.

The film is expected to further explore the themes of power, religion, ecology, and the human condition that are central to the "Dune" universe. It will likely feature breathtaking visuals, intricate world-building, and intense character dynamics, characteristic of Villeneuve's directorial style.

With an ensemble cast including Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Zendaya, Josh Brolin, and others reprising their roles, "Dune: Part Two" promises to be an epic continuation of the saga that captivated audiences with its first installment. Fans can anticipate a cinematic experience that combines spectacle with substance, as the story of "Dune" unfolds across the sands of Arrakis and beyond.
10/10
Thank you Denis for this masterpiece 💯
faubertgabriel5 March 2024
Dune Part 2 delivers a cinematic spectacle like no other. Denis Villeneuve's vision transcends boundaries, crafting an instant classic that immerses viewers in a universe beyond imagination. The film's grand scale and breathtaking visuals set a new standard for epic storytelling. From the very beginning, you're drawn into a world where characters and their identities are expertly primed, making for a deeply engaging narrative.

What truly sets Dune Part 2 apart is its ability to blend depth, scale, drama, spectacle and humor, creating a movie experience that resonates with adult audiences seeking substance and sophistication. It's a refreshing departure from the formulaic tropes of frequent franchises and Hollywood blockbusters, offering a polished cinematic gem destined to withstand the test of time.

The sound design is nothing short of extraordinary, with Hans Zimmer's score elevating every scene to new heights. After watching, you're left with an exhilarating sensation akin to finishing a thrilling ride, a testament to the film's immersive power. Dune Part 2 stands as a remarkable achievement, a cinematic masterpiece that boldly challenges recent Disney productions.

Prepare to be mesmerized, as this is a movie you'll want to experience again and again. Dune Part 2 is a triumph in every sense of the word.

Thank you Denis for this masterpiece 💯
8/10
A Spectacle from a very talented director
ChiefBogeyman12 March 2024
I will not assume I can write a synopsis any better than the many reviews this film has received. The film is excellent, it is big, beautiful, exciting, haunting and deals with life on many planes of consciousness. The characters are very well fleshed out and play pivotal role, nothing too lean. The semblance of a love story is there in order to promote it audience, however it is well done and appropriate for the story.

Please note that the film does need subtitles in English for English, while the filmmakers know the script inside out, it is hard for an audience to deal with sound effects let alone mumbling on top of it. I will definitely see the film again, however with the benefit of subtitles.

Overall a great experience well worth watching on a large screen but bring your hearing aides to flesh out the dialogue.
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2/10
what a shitshow version of the book
locutas6 March 2024
Where are the sonic weapons?! A very disapointing wait to watch this patchy version of the book..considering the 40 years between movie versions the 1980s version is a better translation of the book and visually better imo, so many mis casting in these later 2 movies, you can watch the classic Dune from the 80s time and time again but it would be hard to watch the currant 2 movies more then twice.

Where are the sonic weapons?! A very disapointing wait to watch this patchy version of the book..considering the 40 years between movie versions the 1980s version is a better translation of the book and visually better imo, so many mis casting in these later 2 movies, you can watch the classic Dune from the 80s time and time again but it would be hard to watch the currant 2 movies more then twice,
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10/10
LISAN AL GAIB!!
shelbyknoll3 March 2024
I LOVED this movie. I only recently watched Dune part 1 a few months ago and was so taken away by it, (and so regretful for not watching it in theatres to get the full experience) I had high expectations and it exceeded. The pacing in the 2nd half did feel a little rushed compared to the first half but this was such a beautiful movie all around. This has been the ONLY movie that I am (and will) pay a full price ticket for to watch again and again in theatres. Down to the acting, visuals, writing, score, special effects, sound effects, etc.

It hits all the marks for me.

Special shout out to Javier Bardem for making me crack up with his character!! (LISAN AL GAIB!!) All of the cast was phenomenal!

I am sure this movie will win TONS of well deserved awards.

10/10.
4/10
Rating: 4 stars for acting and effects only.
Antewy29 February 2024
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I am disappointed because the director has fundamentally changed and omitted important plot points and shifted chronologically important moments from the book. It is a huge disappointment that he has literally "deleted" the Guild Navigators. We see nothing between Gurney and Jessica, important dialogues are missing, some scenes are literally invented, Alia is not born before the victory, in fact she is not born at all. Paul's children also do not appear, and not only that, but it is clear from the film that Chani and Paul seem to have no connection and she is against every decision he makes.

The whole plot is a mess, no matter how original the director's idea was to change and transform the plot. This is still a novel and some basic timelines, events and characters need to be respected, which are completely missing here. Although David Lynch's version is old and outdated, the director managed to fit almost all the important moments and events into three times less film time, while this one wastes time on Taliban chants, frog-like sound passwords, and meaningless lines between the "Fremen". By the way, where are the secret Atreides sound modules?

This is my opinion.
5/10
Mad for personal reasons
ardenyoung-258666 March 2024
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Ok, before people get mad at me, from a film making standpoint, this is an AMAZING movie. The scenery/sets, the music, the cast, the plot, the fight scenes... all really good stuff. Objectively, this is a GOOD movie.

Here are other stuff I liked before people get upset: I really liked Fade and Chani. Both of them were well written and acted. Fade was fantastic, and I loved the changes to Chani's character from the book. I laughed when she left Paul at the end. As she should!! I liked how she had her own views and didn't just blindly follow Paul. Speaking of Paul, wow, the scene where he spoke to all the Fremen was great. Actually, ALL the actors did a great job at portraying their characters.

I also want to say that I read the book and loved it. I also watched the original 1984 movie and loved it. So, what went wrong?? Well...

Now, here's what I DIDN'T like about this movie. Let's just say that I'm mad for personal reasons. My sister was named after Paul's sister. This new movie not only didn't say her name at all (Alia), but they cut her out of the movie by making her not be born yet. I don't want to sound petty, but she had such an important part in the original that cutting her out completely changed the story!!

With all the talk of having Jessica and Chani do more in this adaptation (which I like!!), cutting out Alia killing the Baron and making Paul do it was very backwards thinking. Paul already kills Fade, why make him kill the Baron too?? And he just walked in and stabbed him with everyone watching??? HUH?? Very anti-climatic... at least make Jessica do it if you had to change it! Alia killing the Baron is so iconic!!

So yeah, I'm upset that Alia was cut out. At least she WAS still in it... there were other stuff I didn't like too. I thought the first half was very slow paced. And I LIKE slow movies!! But this one felt like they were in the desert for way too long... that's what happens when you stretch a movie into two parts. Also, the end battle was like 15 minutes tops?? With all the build-up, it could have been longer. And then it just... ended?? Without SHOWING it end?? They just said "the battle's over". What???

Anyway, that's my take. I'm being honest. There were stuff I liked and stuff I didn't, but I'm just personally mad that they cut out my sister's namesake. I'm glad other people liked it though, and I'm glad it was made and adapted for a modern audience, but I recommend reading the book. It still holds up!
7/10
great visuals, but unsatisfying, disappointing, contradictory
weicherstein16 March 2024
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I was really looking forward to see this movie. I liked the first one and the old one from 1984. I don't want to say that, but the film is a fart in the wind instead of a thunder.

Like Villeneuve's Bladerunner 2049 the optics and style are awesome, However the characters and plot give the impression of depth where is none in the end. The same disappointment when the movie comes to it's conclusion. The fact there might be a part 3 does not change that.

What are the big flaws of Dune part two? Paul is shown as humble and only wants to help. He is aware of the dangers of beeing a messiah only to go full megalomania once he drinks the water of life. And the final battle is underwhelming. No real struggle to win, no clever descissions to turn the tide, no new weapons or ships to see. Other characters are even worse. - Yes the emperor is supposed to be weak, but he is so dull that it's impossible to belive he made it to such a high age in this position. - Vladimir Harkonnen was dangerous and terrifying in part one. Now he is shown to be strangely submissive when facing a joke of an emperor and his nephew who might become his successor. That doesn't fit his character at all. - Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen has to fight drugged opponents in the colosseum and a doctor, suddenly he is the big scary final boss? - The Fremen were the good guys where Paul was supposed to grow together with and fight for them to give them a better future. Now it feels like they are nothing more like some native tribe who is manipulated with witchcraft to be a tool of power for the next emperor.

There are several other points, but these are the most important reasons why the pretty pictures are not enough to make this film satisfying to watch.

Like John Carter of Mars. Nice to see, but so very meh at the end..
7/10
Overated
mariusboboc1815 March 2024
I got really hyped up after reading some article stating that the film became the highest rated movie on IMDB in history, at that point the article mentioned a 9.4 score which was crazy.

Anyway, yesterday I saw the movie at the cinema.

The hero's journey seemed too easy, the first 1.5 hours were slow and rather uneventful. I enjoy Sci-fi but I have seen much better. Of course that the scenery, universe of dunes, cinematic effects were amazing. The leading role was really good as well but overall it was easy and lacked that real struggle, uncertainty and surprize.

It is worth seeing for sure but there are many elements that lack originality, fights and plots that are lazy and rather without enough context, preparation and coherence.

I appreciate the dune universe, the hero's evolution (I like him because I find myself in him but as I said, his evolution seemed written rather than deserved), the scenery .
8/10
Visually stunning and thought-provoking epic
steveinadelaide9 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve returns to the vast deserts of Arrakis with Dune: Part Two, the highly anticipated follow-up to his 2021 adaptation of Frank Herbert's sci-fi masterpiece. This time, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) embraces his Fremen heritage and potential as the Kwisatz Haderach, all while navigating a complex web of political intrigue and impending war.

While Part Two unquestionably builds on the stunning visuals and world-building established in the first film, it falters slightly in its emotional core. The grand scale often overshadows character development, leaving some relationships feeling underdeveloped. For instance, the simmering romance between Paul and Chani (Zendaya) feels rushed, despite Zendaya's captivating screen presence.

However, the film excels when it digs into the complexities of power, fanaticism, and ecological responsibility. The Fremen's struggle against the ruthless Harkonnens resonates in our current climate crisis, prompting us to consider the true cost of resource exploitation. Stellan Skarsgård chews the scenery with glee as the grotesquely villainous Baron Harkonnen, while Rebecca Ferguson delivers another powerhouse performance as Paul's enigmatic mother, Lady Jessica.

The technical aspects are, unsurprisingly, phenomenal. The Hans Zimmer score is a sonic marvel, perfectly complementing the film's epic visuals. The sandworm sequences are even more awe-inspiring than before, using CGI seamlessly to create creatures that feel both terrifying and majestic. The use of colour is particularly noteworthy, with the film's palette shifting from the harsh oranges and browns of Arrakis to the cooler blues and greens of Chani's visions, effectively highlighting the contrast between Paul's harsh reality and his potential future.

The editing is brisk, making sure the film's nearly three-hour runtime never feels like a slog, although some might find the pacing slightly uneven, particularly in the expository middle section. The dialogue, while not overly quotable, is functional and propels the plot forward.

Dune: Part Two is a visually stunning and thought-provoking sci-fi epic that expands upon the universe established in the first film. While it might not quite deliver on emotional depth, it's a more-than-worthy sequel that will leave you thirsty for more of this unique story. So go see it! And see it on a large screen to fully appreciate the breathtaking images and powerful, emotionally charged score.
4/10
Not rewatchable, it wasn't the sequel I was expecting it to be
stnovkov17 March 2024
This movie is a solid 4/10. Nothing more. And it's only because I love Hans Zimmer and his work. No character development whatsoever. No plot development! Cheesy, forced dialogues. I wrote people are complaining there's too little Zendaya time on the Dune: Part One, well, now you have plenty of it, but the director sacrificed the entire plot. Crappy ode to political correctness. You're not motivated to watch the movie, besides the visuals everyone is talking about, but good visuals are never enough to make a good movie. Dune: Part two fails to deliver any depth of the story nor the universe of Frank Hurbert.
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Notably better than the first one
realduckofdeath17 March 2024
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Personally I think the first episode of Villeneuve's Dune was a bit overrated due to the monotone acting. Something I felt dragged the visual experience down. This second installment was a much better cinemagic experience. The people were felt living this time around, which made the stakes feel a lot more palpable.

Only complaint I have is a bit of a spoiler. In the big battle, I am 100% sure _that_ is not what would happen if three nukes goes off simultaneously near a battlefield, everybody getting covered in a bit of sand and getting up brushing it all off. Maybe the idea was that there was an all encompassing shield protecting everybody? If that was the case, it could definitely have been demonstrated clearer, like the force field body armour. But other than that, it is an amazing movie.

Looks like I have to keep typing here to get to 600... One more thing to be aware of, these blockbusters are getting exceptionally loud. Borderline '80s rock concert loud. If that isn't for you, you probably need to bring some hearing protection! :)

Another one more thing... Villeneuve clearly learned from the first episode to not make half a movie too dark to see what was happening...

Two thumbs up, and a leg and half!
10/10
EPIC Sci-Fi/Fantasy
spacenctrack11 March 2024
Amazing production, great visual effects, great story line, even thought the movie could be bigger to be more detailed taking in consideration the books, the experience was amazing.

We were provided the epic sensation that we need in this type of movies. It has all the ingredients necessary for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Score, Best Sound, Best Visual Effects, Best Costume, Best Production Design, Best Makeup.

The main actors were really good but also to mention the performance of Javier Bardem which added an key ingredient to the story !
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10/10
A MF Masterpiece
feilobello3 March 2024
Finaly we can say that is was worth the waiting . Such a great movie .

The acting of Timethee Charlamet is Oscar wothy .

The cast did a great job and make you feel all the emotions .

Technical is it one of the best movies ever created the Sets and the pictures.

The Sound is even better than in Dune Part one .

The biggest suprise is Austin Buttler . He is Perfet for the role of feid rautha Harkonnen . In every scene he is you feel the Danger and fear that other cast membrr feel from him.

You have to view the first one to enjoy dune part two completly because it feels like one huge movie .

If you relay want ro enyoy dune go to the cinema . This movie Was created for the huge sceeen .

All in all one of the best Films ever created .
10/10
DENIS VILLENEUVE YOU ARE AMAZING!!! DUNE PART 3 PLS
DukeOfArrakis9 March 2024
Best film I have ever seen simple. The plot behind this story from both films are truly astonishing. The most beautiful part though is how Denis Villeneuve brings this movie to life it was his dream project and you can truly see that in the way made this film it's just so good the little attention to details and Paul fulfilling his destiny. Then becoming the man he was meant to be compared to the boy in this fist film.

Hans Zimmer. I mean wow I have no words I am speechless the music behind this film is hand down his best ever work you really feel immersed in to the story. You really feel like this movie is set in a different universe.
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10/10
Dune part two
meminas-8089416 March 2024
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The planet Arrakis, the planet where war, thirst and betrayal are located, was truly well-crafted and beyond perfect. Its sounds, music and visuals are beyond legendary. I felt chills during Paul's screaming scenes. I really liked the scenes of the worms coming to the surface and attacking. They left the door open for the third movie. I'm looking forward to it. Paul at war with the dynasties.' I'm very curious about what path he will follow, and I'm looking forward to seeing Chani's reaction, whether he will marry the emperor's daughter. I think the film was much better than the previous film, its cinematography was perfect, it will definitely win at least 7 awards at the 2024 Oscars.
10/10
Dune Part 3
acwhite-9119510 March 2024
I am not a professional movie critic by any stretch of the imagination. I'm just an every day person who likes to watch sci-fi movies. And this story has always been one of my all-time favorites. All I can tell you is that I am a huge Dune fan and that I saw the one in 1983 / 1984 (something like that), and I enjoyed it. I read the book, and I enjoyed that as well, but this movie was absolutely fantastic and when it starts to stream I will purchase it just so that I can have Dune part one and part two. But in watching this movie, I am wondering to myself is there going to be part three. I will be there for part three, for sure. I thought all of the actors did an amazing job in representing the characters as best that they could. I just thought it was absolutely amazing and I do want to see it again. I do recommend going to see this movie.
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10/10
Fantastic Film
danielmoores-0376011 March 2024
This movie has restored my faith in the cinema! Admittedly, I am a huge fan of the books and so I was already sold on this, but so often these days we see many franchises being brought to the big screen and totally disregarding the fan base to try and appeal to non-existent alternative audience. I am so pleased that the source material is respected and no character is compromised by any lazy script writing or misunderstanding of character arcs.

The cinematography is incredible with a real feel of a large scale desert planet and the battle scenes that feel like they have been pulled directly from Frank Herbert's mind with an emphasis on close combat sword fights in a sci-fi setting.

The acting from Timmy, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson and Austin Butler is fantastic and should be recognised has top-class. In fact, I do not think you could find anyone better than Timothee to play Paul Atreides - the role was made for him!

Dune Part 2 retrospectively makes Dune Part 1 even better than it already was!
10/10
This modern cinema masterpiece will define the 2020s.
jbenpatofficial4 March 2024
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The acting was the first thing I applauded. It was very effective. The actors filled in the personalities of each character. Their overall tone of dialogue matched the motivations they had. Like how Lady Jessica is being more manipulative than ever. Rebecca Ferguson was a phenomenal actress. Zendaya also shined. Her character's desperation for saving Paul was heartbreaking, and she nailed the right emotions for Chani. And Timothée Chalamet is a very versatile actor. I love every movie he is into. The scene where he spoke to the Fremen underground as the Lisan al Gaib gave me chills, even though the movie felt hot.

Second are the visual effects. As a cinephile who always looks for the visuals of a film, this movie outshined itself. It captured the whole environment depicted in the novel series. It was a breathtaking experience because it is quite rare to watch movies that were taken in a deserted place taking place in a different world. The appearance of the sandworm, or shai-hulud, made an impact. Its colossal magnitude shook the whole theater like I was there riding it. The scenes in Giedi Prime were cool, including the battle scene with Feyd. With its brutalist architecture and the monochrome color grading, it's so atmospheric.

With the ability of Hans Zimmer to describe emotions through music, the score resonates with the mystique of the Dune universe. It triggers awe for something so unworldly, but mixed with a warning of imminent danger, it totally fits the movie's narrative.

The writing also still landed. The great pacing connected it to the previous film and made a path for the movie's direction. I sat for 2 hours straight and never felt any boredom at all; it made me more excited. The build-up to the climax was crazy. Fleshing out new characters and adding them for more political turmoil and hindrances up to the final battle between Paul and Feyd, it was intense and menacing.

The mixture of real-world cultures of Middle Eastern countries blends well with the theme of the movie, which was all about foreign colonizers using fear and faith as their tool to control. The theme made me question my reality. "How are we going to believe?" Are we just going to wait until a prophecy is fulfilled, or are we going to make it a reality? The movie warned me about the danger that a false belief could pose.

Thank you, Denis Villeneuve, for carrying the new generation of sci-fi genre films and the whole of Hollywood itself. All the movies you have made have had an impact on me, which inspires me to be a filmmaker someday.
6/10
If you're that keen, wait for online streaming
muskanbothra12 March 2024
Too many grand entries, too much emphasis on minute movements in the heat of a fight and drifting frames for calm scenes make it boring towards the end. It is hard to stay put and concentrate on he story. A lot of little things were included which made the bigger things less important. The translation of the book was too close literary and thus was confusing, the essence lost. It felt like a dogged translation. A little distance from the book would have helped.

Also a unique story would have been nice if nothing else was working. With such amazing actors what couldn't you have done. And with that budget you could throw the audience in an awe.
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7/10
A masterpiece that lacks in emotions
the_oak5 April 2024
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I had no problems watching the whole movie despite it's long duration. Everything looks and sounds amazing, and it's easy to believe I'm really there. However, I'm not sure how much I care. Dune 1 had an emotional presence, it felt like a fairy tale. The hero entered the desert and discovered his legacy. It was powerful in such a way that I wrote my own life and legacy into the film and found it about myself. I didn't feel this with Dune 2.

Ithink Dune 2 should have been more emotional and psychological, for example I think the Water of life ceremonies should have been more explicit and taken us into Paul and Jessica's minds to show us what they saw in their visions. Seeing as the Water of life completely changed Paul and transformed him into almost a super human, we should have seen more of how the psychoactive water really worked.

Also, when Paul is instructed to experience and getting to know the desert by himself, suddenly Chani is there and the next thing we know they are back in camp. I thought he would have to spend 3 weeks or something in the desert. It was more like 3 hours. The atomic bomb part also seems more like filler material than something essential for the story.

In my opinion Chani and Paul look like adolescents, and I don't really feel anything or particularly care about their relationship and bonding. I don't buy into how Chani effortlessly kills scores of nasty, top trained enemy soldiers. I also found it disrespectful and out of place when Chani storms into the cave where Paul lies after drinking the Water of life. She yells at everyone and doesn't seem to understand at all why Paul drank it, yet for the viewer it's totally obvious, and she should have known that, too! In stead she acts like a fool.

This is why I don't really care much when Paul asks for the emperor's daughter's hand at the end.

It might have been a mistake to introduce a third villain. The baron and his nephew from Dune 1, Glossu Raban, should have been developed more to show their nastiness and evil. Instead there is another, more psychotic nephew as the Dune 2 main villain. I didn't like how Glossu Raban basically was portrayed as raging lunatic in some scenes, and a coward running away from battle in others.

For me, the movie got better as Paul got his act together. I liked the scene where Paul convinced the masses of fundamentalists in the south by reading their minds. By the time the movie was over, I already looked forward to Dune 3.

All in all not a bad movie, but a perfect 10? No.

Dune 1 I could have watched over again, but I don't think this one. I suspect it more lies the ground for Dune 3, so let's hope it delivers.
10/10
An experience
matthewshome-823441 March 2024
I think... this might have been the greatest thing I have ever witnessed.

I... almost have no words to describe what I just experienced.

All I can say is.. if you are a lover of sci-fi your life will not be complete until you have experienced this. I could have sat for 3 additional hours and I am glad I paid for the seats with the force feedback because during the battle scenes it tripped me the hell out. Please, do yourself a favor and go see this. I am about to buy another ticket and see it again.

Love love love love love this movie, it actually significantly surpasses the first which I also liked.
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2/10
DUNE, as dull as sand can be.
peterkettle-904-44471713 March 2024
Dune 2 is about as dull and depressing and hopeless as an epic film can be. No script made a prime mess of things. A hopeless but supremely well made chunk of cinema. And it is only worth seeing in a cinema if you must see it. A great music score - Hans Zimmer - and fabulous production values do not make a great film. Not a trace of character, wit, irony or charm. Everyone was starkly good or bad, and dull as dishwater. No nuance, no thrills. I did not want to know anyone in it, wanted to sleep with nobody, talk with them, or identify with any aspect of any character. It is as dull as Triumph Of The Will, and almost as fascistic.
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2/10
Trash
pronuke9 March 2024
This movie is garbage. Dune is an epic science fiction novel. This movie completely fails to do the novel justice. Hard to believe it's worse than part one. The 1984 movie is so much better. Again I really have to point out the special effects in 1984 were as good and in some cases better than either of these movies. Not only that but the shameless greed mongers had to change the ending to set up a third movie. So many great stories begging to be made into movies and when one is remade it's twice as long and worse than a movie made forty years ago? How does that happen? Anyone that actually read the book would despise what was done to this story.
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10/10
Best film I've ever seen
lil0may151 March 2024
The plot, the imagery, the characters, the emotions, the scenery and EVERYTHING was 10/10

There's a scene were timothee is heavily breathing and groaning and it's embedded in my mind, I will be saving that in my head for certain activities. The way his character develops throughout this movie is GORGEOUS, he needs an Oscar and Medal for this, JESUS.

Austin Butler was FASCINATING to watch, his voice, his expressions, his cruelty in this movie is mind-boggling.

Zendaya slayed as usual, she's perfect and the way she showed channi's emotions was BREATHTAKING.

I want this whole movie tattooed into my brain forever and ever.
9/10
An almost perfect cinematic spectacle
hamidh7514 March 2024
Huge fan of Dennis Villeneuve. I loved almost everything about the movie. However the religious themes are a little too much i feel in both movies. But it kinda binds the characters with the world and gives them some kind of purpose.

The cinematography and VFX are breathtaking. Dennis Villeneuve is one of the very few artists that can brings the vision of great writers and adds his own magic and substance tonit to make a great blockbuster. He is the best at large scale composed storytelling. The true cinematic blockbuster experience since Blade Runner 2049 for me. I will watch it 2 more times to say the least. It is that good.
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8/10
Beware of the South, that's where the fundamentalists are
DrTuvok5 March 2024
Here comes the first big movie of 2024, Denis Villeneuve's Dune Part II. After years of tropey rot and arty trash coming out of Hollywood it's nice to see these popular/spectacular epics in the classic tradition: the past few years have yielded Oppenheimer, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maverick, and now the complete Dune adaption. (Well, complete adaption of the first book at least). There are moments here that remind you how awesome movies can be.

This may be Villeneuve's most visually inventive film yet, as well as his most propulsive. He's still an art-house director at heart, and doesn't quite have the commitment to or comfort in grand spectacle the way Peter Jackson did, but is able to paint an engrossing world nonetheless. The nearly three hours fly past while watching it. The mid-plot detour to the Harkennon planet is a high point, with its inkblot fireworks and black sun that paints the outside world in monochrome. (This almost functions as a meta gag aimed at the critics who found Dune 1 too colorless). The production design is massive and (maybe excessively) Brutalist. There is a lot of open space and very little ornamentation.

How does it fare character-wise? Not quite as well, though for the most part it's faithfully following Herbert's writing. Butler and Bardem are standouts as the psychotic Feyd-Rautha and the comically superstitious Stilgar respectively. The major changes from the book mostly concern Zendaya's Chani (in the book she's basically just Paul's concubine); remade here into the voice of modern audiences, she ridicules the prophecies and criticizes Paul's Messianic rise.

This change is somewhat justified since Paul's conflict in the book is almost completely internal, and the film needs someone to voice it out loud, and Chani is the logical choice. The problem (or maybe strength, depending on how one looks at it) is that it doubles down on the film's thematic ambiguity in ways that Villeneuve probably did not intend.

Villeneuve has made it very clear that the film is meant to be a dissection of messiah narratives, showing how belief in a messiah can lead to fanaticism and destruction. However, the world he (and originally Herbert) have constructed is so dysfunctional that death and destruction seem par for the course anyway. Just about every faction in the Dune universe is vying and backstabbing others for its own gain, and by giving Chani the politically-correct concern *only* for her own people, she seems about the same. Only Stilgar defies this trend, and as a result comes off as the most likable figure. He's still something of a buffoon, and his habit of attributing every event to some obscure prophecy drew a lot of laughs in the theater. But he's the only character who believes in something higher than himself. It gives him a kind of nobility, which, even if misplaced, contrasts with the Game of Thrones-esque machinations of everyone else. And the film never explicitly shows that his prophecies are *not* true, (even if they were planted by the Bene Gesserit), creating the main conflict. Is Paul destined to become a messiah, or is he only allowing himself to become one because the prophecies say he will? The question is not answered (maybe saved for the rumored third installment; I have not read Herbert's Dune sequels). Again, this is Villeneuve the art-house director playing with ambiguity. When Paul abruptly leans full tilt into his space-dictator role, it was so grandiose that cynicism fell away, leaving me fully onboard with his jihad, and this is Timothee Chalamet that we're talking about. After all this Chani comes off as a bit of a loser. It seems absurd that in this kind of world she wouldn't want to be connected with the most powerful figure in the universe. Only the Machiavellian types seem to ever succeed.

There is a lot of talk about how this film is the defining epic of a generation, how it's better than Star Wars, it's this generation's Lord of the Rings, etc. This is hyperbole. I wouldn't expect the series to have that kind of impact, primarily because (A) it's quite emotionally distant since the characters are non-heroic, and (B) as implied above, it's more intellectual than crowd-pleasing; the Dune world is objectively kind of depressing despite its aesthetic coolness. In the words of Frankie Valli in 'Genuine Imitation Life': "It's a lovely place to visit/but I wouldn't want to stay".
6/10
Sound and visual masterpiece, everything else above average
aleksaorlovic-2133425 March 2024
Not as good as the first movie, feels a bit rushed in the last chapter. Delivers like it's predecessor with an amazing sound and visuals which are one of the best in the business. But the writing and acting do matter more to me and in the end that's what's makes it a little bit worse than previous movie. Dennis is great director, but don't have your judgement clouded by 10/10 reviews which are overblown and overhyped like in every other holywood movie. This movie keeps your attention and sometimes it makes you think about how life on Arrakis is nearly impossible. Watch it but do not expect to get blown away.
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7/10
It was good, but not great.
deothor1 March 2024
I know this title is already a blasphemy. Sorry. I enjoyed my time watching Dune 2, but i believe Diune 1 being just superior.

I found it tiresome when almost whole movie was filmed with dunes in background. I know it's silly "issue" that plenty of you will scoff at, but the movie lacks the variety of environments/scenes Dune 1 provided. I will, however, nod at the gladiator arena. It was great. Maybe if we had some more "okay lets take out eyes away from sands for a moment" scenes, things would have been better.

Another minor issue of mine is music. There's 1 theme going whenever something important happens and it fits great, but, due to repetition of it, at some point you begin to just phase it out. Diune 1 - remember the scene of Atreides being attacked by Harkonnen and Sardaukars? That scene, that music. It burned into my memory. There's no such thing in Dune 2, unfortunately. There are great scenes in dune 2 for sure, but they lack the 'oompf' feel that music provides.

Plot. There won't be any spoilers. I'd say i am quite focused watcher, but there were few parts i didn't understand. It feels like some scenes were cut, or altered and movie had those few small and jarring stumbles. Flow was disrupted.

Characters. I enjoyed Stilgars performance alot. Lady Jessicas character was uhh, she plays much bigger role here and i was slightly tired of her at some point. I really did not enjoy how they portrayed The Emperor. They couldn't make him more weak willed and no-presence even if they tried.

I'm using kind of simple, yet pretty solid way of scoring a movie. I ask myself few questions: Was I fully entertained? Did i felt the lenght of the movie? And finally: would i watch it again? Entertained I was, i did feel the time of the movie... And i wouldn't watch it again. There's simply nothing for me to return to. Nothing to "re-live" again. What about Dune 1? Oh heck i will watch again!

Either way for me it was a 7/10 which means: Good. Neither great, nor average.
8/10
Brilliant cinema
dramin-084257 March 2024
True cinematic experience much improved from the first movie which was good too , the music played a great part in immersing us with visual effects to let us feel the emotions in a much higher level, the cinematography was great the characters add were much between good choice and bad that's the down side of the movie cast , the story telling is beautiful and continues well with first part which make us eager to see the sequel that hopefully be at the same ascendant path , the i see it is the director succeeded in transcending us to the dune universe in a creative way without downgrading the emotional part , well done team dune.
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9/10
Avatar for Grown Ups ;)
CriticVisual9 March 2024
Just finished watching 1 hour ago this powerful display of story, visuals, and sound wrapped together in a saga forever traveling. Things you ask for in this film arrive and curiosity for more follows closely. This is my first review of any film I've looked at and I am happy to make Dune: Part Two my statement piece. This movie is the silent killer because I believe there will be quite a few that sleep on this film looking for a different action-type of blockbuster but believe you me after I watched the first Dune, I was hooked for the sequel. And while I can't say I was surprised, for some of the story angles I was. Take this from someone who knows nothing of the Dune novels or previous movies. Something never quite lured me before in the past when I watched parts of Dune, but delivery of this revisited epic introduces perfect calms before the storm as well as the endurance of their experience. You feel as if placed under a dreamlike trance, and when necessary, brought into focus for intentional importance.

Major highlights for me watching Dune beyond abovementioned are the interwoven threads between all characters, the affinity of reverence of the desert life (or lack thereof in some cases 😊), demanding common sense naturalness, conservation of idle chatter, and grip of coolness among the heat. I wanted freedom of room in the theater so I watched the presentation on standard screen but will most likely return for a 2nd showing to see on IMAX to get a deeper effect. All I can say is that whomever you are reading this, watching this film, you will not be disappointed on the journey and maybe you too will show up here on IMDB to give your first review on a movie that decisively gives faith back into Hollywood production. Bravo! And let's watch the next one 😉
10/10
Do yourself a favour and watch this
leonardoremmerswaal4 March 2024
I never leave reviews, but this film is absolutely fantastic. It's convinced me to express it's beauty and get as many eyes on it as possible. From it's stunning visuals to its beautiful audio the movie exceeds it all. The fight choreography is nothing short of perfect, the dialogue feels like actual dialogue and the performances are all fun. It is genuinely one of the best movies I have ever seen. I could talk about how perfect this movie is for hours on end and I did after it ended.

Do yourself a favour, don't watch this at home, go to the cinema if you can. It's an experience I recommend for everything.
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8/10
He's not the Messiah, he's a very naughty boy
TartanScorsese1 March 2024
What a great film! Exceptional cinematography, great storytelling and superb acting. The sense of adventure the film created reminded me of watching lord of the rings in the cinema. The way the Harkonnens are presented is particularly unsettling and well executed throughout. It's worth noting that the plot is fairly complex, and requires a decent recollection of the first film in order to be understood fully (admittedly this is coming from someone who hasn't read the book).

The only drawback for me was that some of Paul's and Chani's dialogue got a bit cheesy in the second half of the film, which betrays their characters to an extent imo. Nevertheless, a great watch and a worthy sequel.
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10/10
Perfect adaptation
cmiddlemau3 March 2024
As an avid fan of the books this movie is phenomenal. I can understand every decision made by Denis to change the narrative from the book to the movie. This is the dune we have deserved. The story, pacing, cinematography is perfect. It didn't feel like 2 hours and 45 minutes. I could taken in more but from start to finish a masterpiece of modern cinema. Denis has out done himself. He has cemented himself as a mastermind of his generation and one of the greatest directors Hollywood has ever seen. Dune pt 2 is absolutely a staple of science fiction cinema and I can not speak highly enough of this movie as a sequel.
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1/10
My friend actually changed seats in an almost empty theater to get some sleep.
alex-georgescu-mihail27 March 2024
The movie tries way way way too hard to take itself seriously but fails spectacularly and it is rather cringe, ridiculous and barely watchable.

I fail to understand where the top votes come from but I wouldn't be surprised if the movie maker's bots had something to say.

We were less than 15 people in the theater. 4 friends in total, 1 did what was said in the title, while one other was in and out sleeping. Last one said he would have rather watched paint dry. And we definitely don't have the same tastes in movies.

But for this movie we all came together to common ground.

I would cast Timothée Chalamet for a Twilight spin-off at most. Probably the most overrated actor these days.

OMG and Batista's character is so ridiculous. What was he in the movie? An eunuc? I don't think it's his acting, it's just poor casting. He was great in Guardians of the Galaxy.

I haven't read the books but I am positive it's millennia's better than the movie which was ruined by Hollywood stereotypical dialogue, "there's no chance he can do that" remarks from the characters and he does just that, and more.

Watch the first 30 minutes of the movie and write down everything they say it's impossible, difficult or rather not do. They will do it by the end. The End. Saved 2h of your life.

Oh, and the names... I bet they sound great in your head when you read the books, but listening to them whimpering OVER AND OVER AGAIN: Muad'Dib, na-Baron Feyd-Rautha and other is so criiiiiiinge. Some books deserve to remain books, not movie adaptations.

Waiting to hear about Dune Part 2 taking 1 million Oscars at that outdated, useless event.

The movie industry is going downhill big time quality wise, just like the automotive one. Before the movie started we were shown an ad for GodzillaxKong, jeeeeez what a s**t show of a movie era we live in.
9/10
better than the first one, with thankfully with more subdued music
vailsy10 March 2024
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I've watched this a couple of times now, once in an imax theatre which had better picture, and once in a smaller theatre which had better sound ..

the imax viewing was a rumble festival with way too much bass, but on the smaller theatre viewing I was more impressed with the sound design .. there are some very nice details like the eye lid blinking style sound of the telescope, the retracting sound of the thumper, and some really nice interior ambiences in the tent and also inside some of the vehicles. So some real subtleties which were hidden in the imax viewing, and totally covered with music in the first movie

the music has been massively dialled back, thankfully, from the first movie .. there are less of those vocal sections which I found really irritating in the first one, and other subtle synth layers can be more easily heard. I hope they revisit the soundtrack in the first movie later and dial it back in a similar way eg. Scenes like House Atreides leaving their home planet, and performances like the death of Liet Kynes would be way more powerful if left primarily to sound, with more dialled back and lower music. The music really ate up those scenes and performances

the visuals of course are amazing, especially the sand worms are incredible, and the imploding Harkonnen fireworks are a great creative touch

some slight negatives.. I found the importance of the spice goes missing, and this would only require a couple of additional scenes or sentences to rectify. Without it space travel ceases, but the audience is not reminded of this very huge detail. Blink and you will miss it in the first movie. Also the Fremen have some very sophisticated weapons and tech that goes unexplained, like huge triangular blasts and so on

some of the casting choices are slightly questionable .. I really love Christopher Walken but I was not buying him as the Emperor. He has become so well known as a funny talking new york tough guy, I quite expected him to pull out a revolver or something like that at some point, or come out with some witty lengthy dialogue before shooting the Baron in the knee caps. I fear the inevitable extra cast members that we will get in the third movie for the other houses as more and more A list actors inevitably will want to have their names on the franchise

Like with Star Wars ESB I'm expecting this to be the best of the three movies and I am hoping when Dune is completed, that Denis Villeneuve will have the opportunity to direct a third Blade Runner movie ..
10/10
*What about the Dune saga*
bm-175595 March 2024
One of the best movies I've ever seen in my life. Stunning cinematography, a well-crafted story, rare errors that are almost unnoticeable, and unparalleled acting performances from the entire cast. If you have not seen the movie yet, I advise you to watch it immediately, especially in IMAX, to enjoy the full experience. An amazing movie. There is not a dull moment. Many events follow and the sequences are more than wonderful. The movie tries to introduce you into the world of the Freeman. After the first hour, I almost know their customs and responses. They did things as if I belonged to them, and on top of all of this the scenes are great and the angles make you feel ecstatic. The opening scene is terrible and the ending scene is beyond excellent. An epic movie. The action is new and the method of fighting is unfamiliar. There are some light comedic scenes, but they really made me laugh, and the IMAX experience is truly awesome. The screen is truly awesome. It is huge, the quality is amazing, and the audio experience is truly one of the most enjoyable things that can be seen. To sum up my experience, this movie can be put in the 20 best movies I have ever seen in my life. Thank you.
10/10
The Perfect Movie Of Our Times !!
amitsona6 March 2024
Dune Part Two is quite simply a Magnum Opus.

A Ben Hur of our times.

The movie is so beautiful, so dramatic, so epic, and so mesmerizing and ultimately felt so real from the start to the finish, that only when it ends, only then, that you realise that it was just a movie.

Perhaps the first movie which I will rate 10 on 10.

Perfection epitomised.

Cant wait to watch it again.

Must be seen in Imax.

Go and see an extraordinary movie and come back humbled.

The Sound and the Visuals are extraordinary and better than anything I have ever experienced.

Dennis Villeneuve, take a bow.

How are you going to top this?!!!

Messiah (part 3) has its work cut out.

May the force be with you, Dennis.
4/10
Chani and no Alia ruin the movie
rommelluna-654163 March 2024
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Dune is a very good movie, and that makes its failure as an adaptation even more hurtful.

Frank Herbert's novel is an almost perfect piece of literature, extremely difficult to translate into the visual constraints and the 3 hours limitation of a film, but Villeneuve et al pulled the technological side of of it, and failed miserably to tell the story as told by Herbert.

It's all business, you know? They wanted to easily pull the new generations into their paid seats, so they turned it into the Zendaya and big worms show (Go, queen!).

Chani, the real character, is pivotal for the complete story of Dune, but here they killed her in favor of Zendaya's bad acting as a 21 century teenager who has spent too much time on Youtube's echo-chambers watching videos about the patriarchy and how Israel and the Illuminati wants to control all minorities.

In Herbert's book, and in the reality of a culture directly descendent from Islam like the Fremen, Chani would have died immediately after slapping the just proven Lisan al-Gaib. But, also, in those situations, Chani would have NEVER dared to raise her hand, or even have an opinion against the Lisan al-Gaib because the whole point of the Fremen is that they are unified by the cruel environment they live in. They have no time to ponder if their religion is true or false. In fact, there would be no way to have anybody doubt what the Bene Gesserit planted millennia ago. That's what made the Fremen ripe to be controlled by a Messiah figure, and that was what Herbert intended to demonstrate as a danger for humanity.

And where the hell is Alia? One of the most unique and incredible characters ever made for fiction? How will she, if ever, become St. Alia of the Knife if she was robbed from her glory in the battle of Arrakeen?

Where are the CHOAM and the Spacing Guild?

As an isolated science fiction movie, it is impressive, as a Dune adaptation it's enraging.

Imagine LOTR, but Sam is a kick-ass girl Hobbit warrior that in the end kills Sauron in battle because Frodo, wimp male-Hobbit that he is, lost the ring to Golum.

I give a 10 as a production, and take away 5 for mauling the story in favor of an actress and society's imagined hypersensitivity.
4/10
Dances with Wolves in the Middle East
alex-vaewsorn18 March 2024
I can't comment on the first 30min because I fell asleep in the theater.

Anyways. White guy defects from the super white ruling class and meets some nice brown people. They're super religious, wear shawls and speak arabic backwards. There's some cool stuff in the movie like sandworms, a fetus that is pro-life and keeps chatting with the mom, and a mean bald guy who is Elvis.

The sandworms were awesome. Leave the war and just keep the sandworms; now that would be a good movie. The sandworms are so very big! Do they drink water from down below? I don't know, but give them too much and they die and make DMT!
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10/10
Dune: Part Two - A Triumphant Return to Arrakis (10/10)
daaistleitner20 March 2024
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Dune: Part Two - A Triumphant Return to Arrakis (10/10) Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two isn't just a sequel; it's a cinematic culmination, a harmonious fusion of awe-inspiring visuals, profound storytelling, and pulse-pounding action. This film transcends the limitations of mere science fiction, establishing itself as a grand operatic experience that will leave audiences breathless.

Having laid the groundwork in the first part, Villeneuve dives headfirst into the heart of Frank Herbert's legendary saga. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) is no longer the wide-eyed Duke's son. Haunted by visions and burdened by his messianic destiny, he walks a tightrope between prophecy and peril. Chalamet delivers a powerful performance, capturing Paul's inner turmoil and burgeoning leadership with remarkable nuance.

The supporting cast shines even brighter. Zendaya's Chani emerges as a formidable warrior and Paul's emotional anchor. Rebecca Ferguson masterfully portrays Lady Jessica, a mother caught between love for her son and the machinations of the Bene Gesserit. Javier Bardem brings a gravitas and charisma to Stilgar, the leader of the Fremen, that resonates deeply. Each character is meticulously crafted, their motivations and complexities woven into the narrative tapestry.

Visually, Dune: Part Two is a feast for the eyes. The filmmakers have conjured a breathtaking vision of Arrakis, a desert planet teeming with danger and wonder. The sandworms are even more awe-inspiring, their gargantuan forms slithering across the dunes in sequences that redefine cinematic scale. The costume and production design are equally impressive, transporting viewers to a world both familiar and alien.

The action sequences are masterfully choreographed and executed. The film doesn't shy away from depicting the brutality of combat, but the violence serves a purpose, highlighting the stakes of Paul's struggle. The use of sound design further elevates these scenes, with the thunderous roar of the sandworms and the whine of lasguns creating a truly immersive experience.

But Dune: Part Two is more than just spectacle. Villeneuve delves deeper into Herbert's themes of ecology, colonialism, and religious fanaticism. The film explores the consequences of unchecked ambition and the dangers of succumbing to messianic fervor. Paul's journey is not a clear-cut path to heroism; it's a harrowing exploration of power and its corrupting influence.

The score by Hans Zimmer deserves special mention. It's a powerful and evocative soundscape that perfectly complements the film's visuals and emotional core. The music throbs with a primal energy, mirroring the harsh beauty of Arrakis and the inner struggles of its characters.

Dune: Part Two is a rare cinematic achievement. It's a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll, prompting reflection and discussion. It's a testament to the power of storytelling, a visually stunning epic that resonates on a deeply human level. This is not just a must-see for fans of the first film; it's a must-see for anyone who appreciates grand, thought-provoking cinema. In a world saturated with sequels and franchises, Dune: Part Two stands out as a masterpiece, a film that fully deserves its perfect 10/10 rating.
10/10
LePeak
lukasgaming-971473 March 2024
Boy oh boy where do I even begin. Dune 2... honey, my pookie bear. I have loved you ever since I first laid eyes on you. The way you drive into the cinemas and strike fear into your viewers eyes. Your silky smooth cinematography around the rim, and that gorgeous cast. I would do anything for you. I wish it were possible to freeze time so I would never have to watch you retire. You had a rough childhood, but you never gave up hope. You are even amazing off the court, you're a great husband and father, sometimes I even call you dad. I forvever dread and weep, thinking of the day you will one day retire. I would sacrifice my own life it were the only thing that could put a smile on your beautiful face.
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5/10
The most overrated movie in a decade
kenny_funney29 February 2024
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How many times haven't we seen movies that people try to build up like masterpieces even before they get released, that is also the case with Dune Part Two who already was expected to be the next Lord Of The Rings franchise or something like that. If they managed to actually deliver on that it would be no problem, but this movie is actually even worse than the first one and dragged in a lot of moments.

I would really say it is heavily overrated because when you create a movie that lasts almost 3 hours you need to create more quality, Denis Villeneuve the director here recently talked about that people want longer movies, but then he needs to create more quality in the process.

It especially feels dragged after Atredes drinks that water of life to see visions even stronger, and it becomes once again all about building up an even greater war you of course remember in the first movie that you tried to build up this great war, but now you build up an even greater war which will happen in 3'rd movie but in that process it becomes a dragged affair. You have some fight scenes some talk about alliances but things are done very messy here and it includes the fight scenes, which only show about one good fight. The one between Atredes and. Feyd Rautha where you manage to create intensity. The rest are pretty weak and there's a general feeling that you are supposed to feel the tense dramatic mood with the music rather than you should see the movie deliver intensity and dramatic moments in the scenes.

Another problem is the general forced creation of comic moments in the movie. That is especially seen in the Stilgar character that goes on a forced rampage trying to make everybody laugh when in reality it is just a forced attempt to create jokes, which are not really funny but of course everybody in the cinema laughs at them.. because they feel forced too or are so spellbound by the Dune movie. That's why also the movie at times actually can feel childish. That's not to say that you can't have comic moments, but they do not need to be so forced.

Another issue I will discuss are the too many characters which I feel we see in a lot of movies these days, with the character gallery here it is hard to create a good movie. In addition the evil guys like Rabban, The emperor played by Christopher Walken and Feyd Rautha are hardly in this movie when they actually are very much interesting character but really aren't allowed to shine that much. Because the story has a heavy buildup where Atredes needs to be the master of the desert and gain the confidence from The Fermen to be their leader and those moments are the most important in this one, the creation of a legend of his own that almost could have been the first movie and the second could have been the prequel.

That's another problem I think that this movie although it builds on the first movie, but it really feels like a part of a double buildup. Which then again throws me away from calling it a masterpiece, of course I am not saying we need war all the time but the focus is so much on the desert people and less on the evil side trying to take down Atredes and we don't see tense fights, so that's why for me I am dissapointed and I can't stretch my rating to more than a 5/10.
10/10
Disappointed with ending
allisandisnot29 February 2024
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Truly, I loved the movie and I've been looking forward to it forever. Watched it 3 times on opening day. But the ending left me with a foul gut punch. I guess I'm brainwashed by hollywood movies with enjoyable endings, but this was a real bummer. Chani, despite being featured as the prominent costar, doesn't have much dialogue, gets pushed to the sidelines 3/4 in, and in the end is sadly disregarded. There was absolutely nothing enjoyable about that. Just depressing. The last 30 minutes she's just making sad faces in the background. And then Paul, after winning the fight, suddenly messages the galactic houses, out of the blue, and threatens to nuke the spice fields if they don't accept him as the emperor? How about sending an investigation to examine the validity of the situation. Instead Paul's immediate response is to start a galactic war? Seems a bit hasty yeah? Like psychotic. Isn't he supposed to be the hero? And he's doing this why? To gain power over the galaxy? Where did that come from all of a sudden? And we as the audience are supposed to applaud this? It seems a bit evil. There's just not much to be happy about at the end of this movie. A galactic jihad? Abounded lovers. It's still wonderful. But I feel poorly let down.
9/10
Visually stunning, well crafted.
reeceagland1 April 2024
Rate for a sci-fi film these days it's not all action, and allows the story to build and the characters to develop. There is enough intrigue to keep it going and initial reluctance of Paul Atrides is well done. But what are you to do when war become inevitable?

While the first was excellent this is even better. It was more than just a visual wonder.

Also unlike the first film and original film, the religious undertones are full front and centre. The acting is also above normal for the genre.

The ending is a bit truncated given the build up but that too was good, too odten these days the final battle is drawn out to excess.

Will be intriguing to see the next instalment, whenever that is.

I also think the bigger box office this time is thatbmany waited to see the first one on streaming, but seeing how good, wanted to see this in the cinema with the full effect. You actually feel like to are on Dune, not some CGI set piece. Definitely worth seeing in the Cinema, don't wait for it to hit the streamers.
10/10
I guess they didn't screw it up.
martin-876-9607622 March 2024
It's up to the people who love good movies to get out to the theaters when they make a movie like this. I grew up watching Dune on tv at least a dozen times. I think it did more with less, but this movie is on all fronts much better and deserves my highest rating. It wasn't perfect but when you spend almost 3 hours in a theater and never once want to leave your seat... We had 9 people in our group and everyone loved it so that is another reason for the 10/10. Ages 13-57 male and female. I've never read the books so I can't critique from that point of view, but after watching part 2 now I want to order the books and hopefully refrain from reading the last one until after part 3 is released.
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10/10
A NEW BENCHMARK!!
mostafafathalla-8925913 March 2024
A movie where the Paul Atredies goes on a journey growing from a boy to leader to fulfill his destiny. Lots of characters and plots being built for the next installment but oh boy This movie is it .It has it all you would and wouldn't expect it's very immersive as it has a crazy good cinematography where you dive into this world and forget about our reality ,it has an amazing soundtrack keeping you on the edge of your seat and it's executed really good to match with scenes. Also the good plot taking us to different places and set pieces.the movie gives us intense scenes leaving you mind blown .All in all, Incredible movie that sets a new benchmark for sci fi movies and gives the viewer an elite movie experience. Highly recommended!!

Watch imax for the intended movie experience.
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9/10
More worms please
chromener29 February 2024
The 40 minutes of the movie where they were loitering could have been safely skipped. Chani's misery was overblown and her disgruntled face spoiled the beginning, middle and end of the movie. Otherwise, it is a beautiful piece of writing. Harkonnen vibes 10/10. The movie could have ended with absolutely any shot: Paul, the worm, the mouse, the rock, the moon...but no, we're shown a completely inappropriate face of resentment as if the whole story was about her and we watched 5 hours of these 2 movies for her sake. Seriously, it's like a beautiful cake with a rotten cherry on top. If it wasn't for that, the score would be 12/10.
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9/10
Great sequel! A lot happened.
cedric-0988528 March 2024
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The sequel to Dune: Part One and a good one at that it is! The story immediately followed the ending of Dune: Part One and told the story of the rise of the Lisan Al-Gaib, as it was written!

What peaked my interest the most was the lifestyle of the Fremen. They showed their ways of life, how they gathered water, and it even included riding the giant sandworms that they used both in battle and traveling across long distances, like the south, past the storms, it's guardians.

I did find the movie a bit too long. It could've been shorter, in my opinion. But, the 2 hours and 46 minutes were filled in quite well and effectively. A good balance between action, speech, and story. So, it's definitely not a reason not to watch it!

Overall, incredible movie with beautiful scenery and story-telling and a must-watch for sci-fi lovers! Do watch Dune: Part One first though! Otherwise the story might be a get a bit confusing...
10/10
Masterpiece.
sarah-burke19906 March 2024
Dune 2 is what film making should be. It nails it with awesome visuals, textures, and sound, backed up by top-notch acting. The story's packed with morally complex choices that really make you uncertain what you want from the characters. It's not just a visual treat; it's got layers of emotions and is super fun to watch. You get pulled into its world, feeling every high and low along the ride. It's a mix of eye-popping scenes, deep moments, genuine excitement, and even laugh-out-loud moments. Florence Pugh and Austin Butler are exceptional new additions, making it a total hit. Whether you're in it for the action, the drama, or the sheer spectacle, Dune 2 delivers big time.
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3/10
Huge let down
qrdnhpkn27 March 2024
Big fan of the book, and like all book to movie adaptations I should have been ready to be let down. I feel like the first movie did a good job of setting the scene and had a good balance of character development with the action that takes place.

The second movie should have been a space odyssey but instead turned in to another boring Hollywood action adventure. It's almost like they didn't want to show the characters talking at all if they could help it. No background to what was happening that is so expertly explained in the book.

I gave it three stars but honestly to me, my most damning comment is I wish I would have waited to see this at home for free than pay money to see it in imax. The first movie I wouldn't have said that in my review.
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1/10
How can yall say you like this movie?
zenithwonder1 March 2024
This movie is boring! With an hr left get excited for more sand and 2 secs of josh brolin. Love zendeya i like the cast. But the movie sucks! Ive watch it 3 times and fell asleep everytime. Only movie i found more boring to watch was gravity. Id rather watch brad pitt and anthony hopkins stare at each for 3 hours then entertain that this film is any kind of good. Imagine someone giving you 200 million to film sand and 3 terribly sequenced fight scenes? Idk who these people have become saying films like this are good. Did we not all grow up on great movie making? Even as novel adaptations? Terrible.
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10/10
Sci-Fi Movie Magic encapsulated
adriandoerr-105549 March 2024
This movie is definitely better than its predecessor.

Watching it in many different forms of Shows (IMAX & Atmos, LED-Panel, etc.), I can wholeheartedly say that it stands onto its predecessors foundations with great success.

Everything (and I mean literally almost everything) here is top noch blockbuster cinema.

The acting of the cast (especially TC and the Harkonnen formerly known as Elvis), the SFX, the sounddesign, the score, the editing, the direction.

An almost 3h compilation of talent that is firing on all cylinders.

I am really not sure that any movie this year can top it.

More than that, this movie feels like exactly what the cinemas needed.

The moviegoing public isn't tired of blockbusters - it's had enough of bad movies.
10/10
Masterpiece!
Lucy-loo775 March 2024
I watched the first Dune film shortly before Dune 2 was released and was instantly hooked by the story but seeing Dune 2 in IMAX was honestly the greatest sensory cinema experience ever! The score, the cinematography, the rhythmic editing, the acting - all just fantastic. I wasn't a sci-fi person before but this film MADE me a fan! It was the best movie by far I've seen at cinema in a long time. I would watch this film again and again and again. If you're thinking of seeing this film I highly recommend it in IMAX, the thumper sounds are epic and the sheer scale of the world. Just go see it!!!!!!
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1/10
If you read, the book skip this film
zoltantakacs-760716 March 2024
Absolutely, here's a continuation of your review that expands it, while staying true to your critical perspective:

Another Hollywood-Ruined Book. David Lynch was closer in one, 137-minute-long movie. The 1st part was not this awful (they ensured the geeks would buy tickets for part 2). Missing parts go much deeper compared to part one, and ruining the original story.

Villeneuve's vision, while visually grand, sacrifices the core of Herbert's universe. The politics, the spice-fueled conspiracies, and the complex spirituality of the Fremen are flattened into spectacle. Key character motivations are lost; what should resonate as profound moments come off as melodramatic or simply confusing. Some key character are fully missing!

Where Part One at least flirted with the novel's mystique, Part Two abandons it. The subtleties of power struggles, the undercurrents of messianic prophecy... instead, we get endless battles and bombastic set pieces. Gorgeous, sure, but like the desert of Arrakis itself: beautiful yet ultimately devoid of the life that made Dune so captivating.

If these 2 films are your introduction to Dune, you've missed the point entirely. Herbert's work was about environmentalism, the dangers of chosen ones, and the intersection of religion and power. Villeneuve's film is a blockbuster in Dune clothing, appealing to the lowest common denominator rather than honoring the source material.

A missed opportunity, and a disappointment for those who love Frank Herbert's masterpiece.
6/10
Dune, but dumbed down for modern audiences
kuner-590297 March 2024
From my early childhood days, I've been a fan of Dune. I read the book, played the video games (Cryo, Westwood) and came to love the David Lynch movie as I grew older.

Denis Villeneuve is a very talented filmmaker, and after seeing Prisoners and Blade Runner 2049, I was eager to see his take on Dune. He's clearly very passionate about the material, but not in the aspects that inspired previous artists.

Where David Lynch and the games allowed for opulent, fantastical designs, Villeneuves Dune is entirely minimalist in design and mostly devoid of color, shot almost entirely in beige. The costume design feels uninspired and cobbled together, and most of the edgy, LSD trip fever dream aspects of Dune have been removed alltogether. The guild and navigators are never seen, the Baron's homosexuality and grossness are gone, the violence is neutered, and the complicated space politics and backstory are removed entirely. How can you have Dune without space politics??

The new Dune films run a combined 5 hours, but cover less narrative than the David Lynch film does in 3 hours (I'm referring to the extended fanedit, the only version to watch).

Lynch embraced the weirdness and otherworldliness of Dune. His film feels like an opulent lsd trip, with a dream like quality. It also doesn't shy away of starting with a nearly 10 minute exposition dump. This backstory is needed to truly appreciate the story of Dune. The character relations are far more complex, with the power dynamics and scheming between Shaddam, the Spacing Guild, the Bene Gesserit and Harkonnen given ample time to be explored. In the new movie you never once learn that the emperor is himself at the mercy of the guild.

Likewise, the Harkonnen feel neutered and incompetent.

As I wrote in the headline, it's still Dune, but dumbed down.

Instead, much more emphasis is given to the Fremen, arguably one of the least interesting factions of Dune. They are arguably more accurately portrayed in Villeneuves movie. Where they felt incompetent in Lynchs version, here they feel dangerous and fanatical, as they should. I also like that they did away with the weirding modules and instead focused on the personal shields.

Now all this may sound like I dislike the new movies. I don't. There's much to love. While I prefer Lynchs more theatrical take, the new movie's more intimate style of direction makes for a very interesting and engaging experience in its own right.

The acting is great almost across the board. The one exception may be Zendaya's Chani, though that may just be because of how the role is written. They made her too "modern" compared to the book, and ending the film on her frown doesn't really work.

On the other hand, Hans Zimmer's score esoecuakky during that scene stands out as one of the best of his career, and should earn him an academy award.

The effects look great for the most part, though here and there things are hidden in the old digital dust plooms.

The editing stood out to me with some very clever scene transitions.

It's a great film, no doubt. But it's not a great Dune adaptation, because it omits too much of what makes Dune more than your average space opera.

Villeneuve's Dune is a fine addition to the canon alongside Lynch's original and the TV Mini-series. All of them are worth watching, and I can see good reasons why each version might be someone's favorite. I am glad to see Dune finally getting the mainstream recognition it deserves.
5/10
Just wait till it comes to streaming
rodrigomx-811352 March 2024
Don't believe the bots who wrote 10/10 or 9/10. It's not a master piece, it's not a good movie. The two main characters didn't have chemistry together at all. Zendeya seemed lost in her sole( hopefully she can redeem herself in the next one if they make one ) It's just a cash grab movie. The director seemed not to be passionate about the project, it's fast peace and quiet slow movie at the same time. There's no memorable scenes, the build up was a let down. People online can probably deliver better story telling, it's a shame for big studios but a welcome change for independent creators online.
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9/10
First ever review in IMDB
juliaumbral3 March 2024
This is my first review in IMDB, but I think this movie is worth it.

Just one thing to say: I don't think in our times the story matters so much, I don't think what is being said is that relevant anymore, cause creating a whole new story that doesn't have similarities with things said before is too difficult.

Therefore, what matters most is the way we tell the story, the how and not the what.

And I think this movies shows that. I don't think the story is incredibly or something we haven't seen before: a hero, usually a relative of the villain, a sad love story, armies and wars and destruction and beauty is something we've seen, maybe, too much.

But Dune Part 2 is amazing precisely because it takes something we've seen many times and tells it in a stunning way.
8/10
Dune 2 Marks a Grand Achievement in Diminishing Returns
jaredpahl12 March 2024
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Denis Villeneuve's Dune project may still end up being one of the defining cinematic productions of this decade. The first film was a thunderclap of ambition; a shot in the arm for the lost art of the Epic. It set the stage for something like the 2020's version of Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings. In other words, the next great epic saga in movies. Dune Part II, for all its enormous hype, doesn't quite fulfill the promise of that first introduction to Arrakis by way of Villeneuve. This is a smaller, less monumental film that the first. It lacks the freshness, the wonder of discovery that defined the appeal of that 2021 film. But as the last shots of this newest Dune hint, this is not the end of the line. Could it be that an epic conclusion comes along and puts this middle piece into proper context? Time will tell.

One of the unavoidable problems with Dune Part II is its opening sections. Dune 2 begins with moments that, in the book, require the buildup of everything that has happened before. A sequence of Rebecca Ferguson's Jessica drinking the Water of Life is meant to be a crescendo of her character's arc. Instead, it comes with little fanfare at the very beginning of this movie. Same goes for Paul's worm-taming set-piece, which works properly only when teased over the course of time. Here, it appears right on schedule at the movie's midpoint. Dutiful storytelling, but without full impact. To make matters even less impactful, Dune 2 also ends with a pseudo-cliffhanger. Although all the material of the first book has been covered by the time we reach the credits, there is little sense of finality to this film's finale. The truth is that there is a narrative flow issue in Dune 2's pipes. A sluggish beginning and pomp-deficient ending being the main culprits.

But you have to take a movie like this in its full glory. When you do that, you see a continuation of the same level of craft, ingenuity, and ambition as Dune Part I. Denis Villeneuve is an undisputed superstar among blockbuster directors, and his strengths are readily present in Dune 2. The stark, bold visual palette, and obsessive attention to world-building are all there once again, albeit in smaller doses. We do get, for example, an astounding hiatus on Giedi Prime-an entire chunk of movie entirely designed to amaze the senses-but much of Dune 2 is subdued. Sights that we expect to take our breath away, such as the many Fremen rituals that pepper the film, are instead muted, practical affairs. It may be that Villeneuve is making a stylistic choice with his "down-and-dirty" Fremen designs, and it may even be a smart one. But it's a choice that diminishes the strange alien wonder that vaulted the first Dune into something truly special. This time the visual and aural amazement only shows up for scant moments instead of enveloping the whole picture.

It seems like the filmmaking qualities of Dune 2 are a given, but it is important to remember that stuff like sincere storytelling and controlled, considered visual ambition are traits rarely found in the world of mega-blockbusters. If Dune 2 is not the overwhelming experience its predecessor was, it is still a major movie event, and one I recommend engaging with. With time, and a stronger sequel, we may yet crown Denis Villeneuve's Dune as one of the Great achievements in movie history.

74/100.
7/10
Very loud and great visuals, but weak plot.
rtbradford1 March 2024
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I haven't read the novel, so maybe they just followed the plot, but either way, I found that parts of the story line didn't make much sense. Leaving aside the time worn trope of the white savior coming to redeem the backwards, darker skin people, and the evil villain who lacked any depth or redeeming qualities at all, the story generally was reasonable except for the end when the aged emperor, for some unimaginable reason, decides to personally accept a challenge from an upstart leader on a distant (though strategically important) planet by personally going to that planet to crush him. Why would the elderly emperor of galactic empire take such a risk when he could send his army to do it? Also, if anyone could become emperor simply by challenging the existing emperor, there would be constant challenges from the great houses trying to gain the throne. I found that glaringly irrational decision and nonsensical part of the plot difficult to overlook. And despite all the talk of Paul Atreides being some sort of messiah, he didn't actually do anything messianic except survive drinking poison. One final point: as much as I like Christopher Walken, he was terribly mis-cast as the emperor. I just couldn't buy it.

The movie was visually quite stunning in parts and the exploration of Paul and his mother's acceptance into the population of the desert people was well done. The battle scenes were really good and didn't look like CGI and the scenes of the people riding the giant worms were great cinematography. The music was way, way over the top. It was very loud and very dramatic, even in scenes that would have been better with more a more subtle musical background. I sometimes it felt like the soundtrack was overshadowing the actors.

On the whole it was enjoyable, though it didn't need to be almost 3 hours long. A passable, but not great flick.
6/10
What was that?
cukicg9 March 2024
Opening for part three? Most important parts of the story are in 15min of the 166min movie!? Unexplained and vague. Unconvincing characters. First part was excellent unlike this one. For someone who is fan of the book and David Lynch Dina from 1984 this is big disappointment. His transformation was covered in 5min. From taking his position as rebel leader to conqueror of the universe in 15min... Love story is. The love story is unconvincing and without any chemistry between the two leading characters. All in all, a big disappointment after the successful and good first part. You can watch this film at home with no problem.
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6/10
My first review ever on imdb because the movie was "meh"
Comet565 March 2024
I'm a huge sci-fi fan, read Dune, loved the first movie and I was expecting a masterpiece from this one and to be honest... I was really disappointed. The second act, the middle of the movie, is so incredibly boring I was checking my watch asking myself how is this even possible that I don't enjoy it.

The cinematography, the actors and actresses, the language, the battles are all amazing but as I said there is this part in the middle with the Harkonnens and the Fremens that was a nice type of back story but it was going on and on and on.

After the end of the movie I could not believe it that I didn't enjoy the movie. The dune 1 is a masterpiece compared to this one.
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3/10
Overhyped
lexiebeckermann2 March 2024
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Visuals were cool at times but the two leads were just garbage. I couldn't care less about what happened to any of the characters and the dialogue was severely lacking. You're telling me Timothee Chamalet is a badass? I just don't buy it. Overhyped in the worst way. It was better than part one because at least something happened in this installment, but the set up from the first movie just doesn't pay off. The villains had cersei level anti-climatic deaths. The most interesting parts of the Dune book were essentially cut from the movie for way too many scenes of zendaya and timothee's awful banter.
9/10
Nearly perfect. A couple nit-picks.
scott-793-5786138 March 2024
Amazing! Loved it! The visuals and more-so, sound was epic! With the sound I wondered if the loud/grungy/machine-like sounds were an easy/shallow ploy to evoke that epic feeling. But then... it worked!

Lemme get something out of the way: One thing that usually does not bother me is when a movie departs from a book.

I'd give it a 10 if it weren't for the bit of 4th wave radical feminist influence, along with that last and final closing scene where the camera focused for like 5 seconds on Chani's angry face.

I get it why she was angry but that is such an obvious and shallow ploy (and yes different from the book) that I find it annoying. Why didn't she believe the guy she was in love with, especially after he showed himself to have such powers?
10/10
Denis cares... Warning: Spoilers
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As a book reader, there are many changes. Some I love, some I wish were handled differently (Mentats, Pauls water of life scene)but at the end of the day we are lucky we got 6hrs to tell this complex story. The true essence and soul of Dune is dripping with every frame, every gesture, every character beat and moment. Add the insane rich sound design and score, all I can think of while watching was the word Transcendent.

The first frame of the movie after the title card is baby Alia in the womb. Thats when I knew we werent ready for whats to come. Denis is a madman.

Literally every actor shines in this movie. On second viewing, Javier Bardem as Stilgar really stuck with me more. He is so authentic and unapologetic. Funny but also strong and a true leader. Zendaya as Chani really surprised me as well. Ive watched Euphoria, I know shes good but, she really brought it (also I love her graceful fighting style) she's such a warrior. And obviously, Timmy as Muad'Dib. Theres nothing I can really say that can encapsulate his commitment and true dedication in brining Paul to life. The speech he gives near the end is probably the most bone chilling, riveting scene ive ever witnessed. Cementing this film as an awe inspiring love letter to Frank Herberts words.
8/10
Dune: Part Two - A Visually Stunning But Slow Burn
maneagh3 March 2024
Spice may flow freely in the desert, but the narrative in Dune: Part Two feels more like a slow sand crawl. Don't get me wrong, the visuals are breathtaking. Director Denis Villeneuve crafts a world of immense scale and captivating beauty, transporting us back to the harsh yet strangely alluring landscapes of Arrakis. From the sandblasted plains to the colossal sandworms, every frame is meticulously crafted to immerse the audience in this alien world.

However, the film's pacing is undeniably slow. While the first half methodically builds the political intrigue and introduces new characters, it can feel like a slog at times. The action sequences, when they arrive, are undeniably impressive, showcasing Villeneuve's mastery of large-scale battles and special effects. But these moments are scarce, leaving the film with a distinct lack of the "wow" factor that captivated audiences in the first installment.

Overall, Dune: Part Two is a visually stunning film that suffers from a slow-burning narrative. Fans who appreciate the director's meticulous world-building and philosophical themes will likely find themselves engrossed. But those seeking a fast-paced, action-packed blockbuster might leave the theater feeling slightly disappointed. It's a film to be savored for its visual splendor, but be prepared for a slow and deliberate journey.
10/10
Epic Masterpiece!
krisschad2 March 2024
"Dune Part Two" is a masterpiece that expands on the epic universe created in the first installment. Director Denis Villeneuve continues to impress with his stunning visuals, breathtaking cinematography, and masterful storytelling.

The film picks up right where the first part left off, delving deeper into the complex characters and political intrigue of Frank Herbert's novel. The performances are exceptional, with Timothée Chalamet once again shining as the conflicted hero, Paul Atreides. The supporting cast, including Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, and Zendaya, deliver standout performances that add depth and emotion to the story.

One of the film's greatest strengths is its world-building. From the vast deserts of Arrakis to the futuristic cities of the Imperium, every detail feels meticulously crafted and rich with history. Hans Zimmer's haunting score further immerses the audience in this captivating world, creating a truly unforgettable cinematic experience.

"Dune Part Two" is a triumph of science fiction filmmaking, seamlessly blending spectacle with substance. It's a must-see for fans of the genre and a testament to Villeneuve's talent as a director.
10/10
The best movie I have seen in cinema in years
tom-cond1 March 2024
Where to start? This is a must watch, an immediate modern classic.

The first movie was good to very good, this is better, all the way.

Fans of the book will be extremely happy with the adaptation.

The world building involved and sense of scale used by Denis in the movie is the work of a master. The nearest analogue that sprang to mind was The Return of the King, final instalment of the Lord of the rings trilogy.

I have not read the rest of the Dune books, but understand the that they are considered hard to adapt. I feel that I have a hard choice now- whether I should just wait and watch the movie, or read the books first.
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8/10
It's either the editing or the directing (next to the budget) that let this down.
projector_gadget14 March 2024
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Whilst it's still great the pacing seems off with the character developments and plots. If there's a directors or extended cut coming I'd be very much interested. Now I wasn't bored watching it and I'm not slating the film either as it's very engaging and the overall tempo of the film is perfect like the first one. But there are major jumps and when certain characters are killed we feel nothing. Even when the emporer comes into it there's just nothing there. "Who is this guy" "just a fanatic" and then he's there. Then the lead character's girlfriend is inexplicably angry with him throughout most of the film and for no discernible reason either. I think once the hype dies down and maybe people haven't seen it on the big screen the more we'll realise that it's not a perfect film or sequel like empire strikes back or godfather part 2. Maybe it could have been a trilogy spacing things out. Still, it is great, just not perfect.
10/10
Supremely beautiful
anthonynwang5 March 2024
Just saw the IMAX version and it moved me such to write my first IMDB review. This is 10/10 a must see for movie goers 2024.

The power and burden of knowledge, as well as manifesting destiny is an incredible theme to handle. The movie was able to deliver at epic proportions, with the pace of fate driving furiously nearing the end of the movie.

As events start to crescendo into a magnificent sandstorm, words and quotes are amplified with such weight they imprint on the viewer.

If I were to find one defining quote for this masterpiece. It would be 'The world has made choices for us.'

If you are at all a fan of scifi epics, please go watch it, IMAX is strongly recommended.
10/10
Costumes, Makeup, Emotion. A MUST SEE
huskapatrick5 March 2024
Costumes and makeup were absolutely stellar. I believed every moment of it. Florence Pugh was fantastic as always, and Zendaya showed capability that I did not earnestly expect. But above all, Timothe was incredibly captivating every time he was on the screen. I highly recommend to experience this film in IMAX as it provides an exemplary showcase of the enormous scale in which the events in the movie transpire. Dune part 2 is a perfect example of why audience's attend theatres, and what it truly means to provide entertainment to a captivated audience. I am very excited to see what is next for this cast and director. Thank you.
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10/10
Witnessing an Saga of the Modern Age...
theblackancalagon3 March 2024
Before us stands one of the masterpieces of modern cinema since the early 2000s. Dune: The Second Part is the biggest sequel since The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and Batman: The Dark Knight. It offers viewers an unforgettable experience.

I would like to thank all the actors, the director and especially Hans Zimmer. They managed to bring to the screen the world that I dreamed of while reading the books.

I invite all moviegoers to witness this magnificent moment. Also, as lady Jessica said, this is just the beginning... I hope one day we will see the much more magnificent sequel books made into movies.
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10/10
Hollywood at its best ....
abhisheksharma-355692 March 2024
This is the kind of cinema you only get to see one or twice in a decade.

And we were fortunate enough to see 3 great movies in first half of this decade.

Oppenheimer, The way of the water and dune part 2.

Absolutely Phenomenal.

It is great from character development to screen time of all the actor does not dissappoint at all, everything was well planned and certainly dune is going to bag all the awards this year.

This type of cinema compels us to write about it and certainly make everyone aware about a delightful experiance.

I an hopeful that Dune part 2 becomes a profitable venture se that we can se more of it coming in the future.
10/10
A Monumental Epic That Redefines Sci-Fi Cinema
simon-mmh269 March 2024
"Dune Part 2" is not merely a continuation of its predecessor; it's an evolution, transcending the already high bar set by the first film to deliver a narrative and visual feast that solidifies its place in the pantheon of sci-fi/fantasy cinema. The film follows Paul Atreides on a complex journey of revenge and destiny, beautifully weaving together themes of love, power, and fate against the backdrop of the vast and treacherous universe that Frank Herbert created.

Denis Villeneuve's direction is nothing short of masterful, proving once again his unparalleled ability to bring to life the grandeur and intricacy of the Dune saga. The storytelling is rich and layered, providing depth to characters old and new, and immersing the audience in a world that is both alien and intimately familiar.

The technical achievements of "Dune Part 2" are staggering. Hans Zimmer's score is a powerful force, enhancing the narrative and elevating the emotional weight of each scene. The visual effects, production design, sound, and editing are executed with precision and artistry, creating a cinematic experience that is overwhelming in the best possible way.

What sets "Dune Part 2" apart, however, is its heart. The performances, particularly from Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, are deeply moving, offering a window into the souls of their characters that is both revealing and compelling. The film masterfully balances epic action sequences with moments of profound intimacy, ensuring that the human element remains at the forefront of this vast cosmic tale.

In essence, "Dune Part 2" is a testament to the power of storytelling and the limitless possibilities of cinema. It expands upon the universe introduced in the first film, deepening our understanding and connection to the world and its inhabitants. The film manages to be both a monumental achievement in film-making and a deeply personal journey of love, loss, and redemption.

Seeing "Dune Part 2" in IMAX is highly recommended, as the scale and beauty of the film are truly meant to be experienced on the largest screen possible. This film is not just a sequel; it's an event-a cinematic landmark that will be remembered and celebrated for years to come.

As the credits rolled, I was left with a profound sense of awe and anticipation for what the future holds for the Dune saga. "Dune Part 2" is a masterpiece that not only meets but surpasses expectations, setting a new standard for what is possible in the realm of science fiction and fantasy filmmaking. It is, without a doubt, a classic in the making, and a shining example of how to beautifully blend the epic with the intimate.
10/10
One of the best sequels ever!
sanderrongen10 March 2024
I've watched this movie with my mouth widen open. This movie is truly a masterpiece. Please if you can, watch it in IMAX. You will regret it so much if you don't. I haven't witnessed such a great movie in years.

First of al, Timothee Chalamet has shown to be one of the greatest actors of his generation. The character development throughout this movie is insane. From a kid that has a lot to learn. To one of the coolest characters ever.

The story is off course really old. But it feels so fresh and new. The movie is 3 hours long, but it feels fast and so enjoyable to watch. Also, the music is so wonderful done. So much emotion within the music and sounds.

There is so much to tell about this movie. But it's hard to do without spoiling it. You just HAVE to watch it on the big screens.

10/10 movie, blown away. I will go tomorrow again. 3 hours long of wonderful content. 100% worth watching.
6/10
Through the sand curtain
magicbeamsamara11 March 2024
In general, I like Denis Villeneuve's films, but not this time...

It's not easy for me to say, but I have to conclude that this is the first film that so masterfully uses "emptiness" or "nothingness", this film is like an empty vessel, like a lifeless desert, it is beautiful in its own way, but it contains nothing but sand. The world of the "master" turned out to be sand-empty, the characters seem completely inanimate to me, the dialogues are emotionless, deliberately pretentious, I don't see much sense in them, they are absolutely not interesting to listen to, and they only confirm the shortcomings of the work. I would describe the painting as minimalism in the void - a reflection of the inner world.

Fiction is one of the most difficult and expensive genres, and Frank Herbert's novel is a real masterpiece that requires special attention.

And I am well aware that to bring such a work to the screen is a huge work and beyond everyone's power, and the setting and ENT itself are tricky to perform and contain many "pitfalls"

Villeneuve's vision and style, in my opinion, somewhat damaged the original source. The book text has been shortened and changed, which in turn affects the meaning of the story, conversations between the characters (oriental-style gibberish) seem like childish "gibberish", which makes them ridiculous and annoying without any benefit. It seems to me that the picture is not fully completed, the events are too compressed and leave many unanswered questions. The role of Christopher Walken in the film turned out to be quite poor and insignificant, he simply had nothing to play, and the antiheroes remained underdeveloped, unsaid, and even the most important "villain" faded from the narrative, Villeneuve could not come up with any intelligible arch for him, this once again shows the shortcomings of the creator, it is difficult for him to give personalities, but it is easy - images. The visual part of the work overshadowed the drama, leaving a feeling of fading and emptiness. To fully understand and analyze this picture, I will have to revise it, although I absolutely do not want to do this, because the visual style of the director in this picture turned out to be a common method that offers nothing but minimalism, contains neither meaning nor emotions, but only small images on a large empty canvas.

I will conclude my lengthy discussion with the words of Leonardo da Vinci: "Where the spirit does not lead the artist's hand, there is no art..."
9/10
Awesome!!
ozanicmatija19 March 2024
Will Duna: Part Two be the movie of the year?, I think it's still too early to say such a thing considering the kind of movies that are about to be shown, but one thing is certain, and that is that this movie is really great. Duna II is a film with a lesson that shows how the unity of the people and faith in something "more" can do a lot. I will not comment too much on the cast, because the names say more or less everything, but I would still single out one name from the others, and that is Javier Bardem, who portrays Stilgar. He showed how masterful he is and how well he does his job, but I say the others were really great too. It wouldn't be right not to mention Hans Zimmer, who once again did a hell of a job and with his music lifted the already excellent fight scenes and visual effects. All in all, Dune II is a film that will keep you in suspense the whole time with its story and is definitely something worth going to see on the big screen. Congrats once again to the entire team and director Denis Villeneuve for a job well done. 9.6/10.
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8/10
The one that was long overDune for modern Hollywood ;)
sujanfaster8 March 2024
When I watched the first part of Dune I did not want to judge it completely. I did write a review on it mainly from the perspective of a visual experience and not much on the storytelling. Villeneuve's got quite the reputation on his storytelling with his previous directorial ventures. He did quite a good setup with Dune Part One with the world building and characterization. The climax of Dune: Part One felt like it's just the beginning and Dune: Part Two pretty much almost continues the story right from the same moment. The two parts have definitely been one of the most well structured sequels that I have seen in recent times but somehow the overall experience did not blow me away.

The plot progression is pretty much how one expects it to be, especially for the ones who have read the book and watched the old movie. Dennis Villeneuve adds a twist of his own and also has played around with the characterization a little bit which does work for the movie. This part explores the lead character's journey in a different manner with added conflicts. The part surrounding him being "The One" reminds you of many other movies which you have already seen. Paul getting to ride 'The Worm' reminded me of Jake's Toruk Makto scene from Avatar.

Everything leads to the inevitable war which has always been coming since Part One. I did like the political and relationship complexities which are weaved around the events happening at the end of the movie. But somehow the final war does not feel strong enough to leave an impact for a movie of this scale as per my opinion. I am clearly highlighting that it is my opinion considering how this movie has gained a huge fan base and positive response. I personally like Blade Runner 2049 and I feel it was more emotionally resonating. The movie is technically strong in all departments and I really don't want to waste the reader's time with my adjectives praising them. While I do like Hans Zimmer's score around Paul's character the same cannot be said about the movie throughout

Dune: Part Two is a lot about its characters, most of them get a pretty strong role to play even with little screen time. Timothy as Paul Atreides is definitely tailor made for him. We definitely get to see his different shades and almost perfect character evolution from Part One to Two. Stellan Skarsgård as Baron is definitely one of the menacing antagonists I have seen in recent times. While Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha has a memorable character and also play it exceptionally well, I wasn't a big fan of the character arc and depth for that role. Bautista's Rabban doesn't leave the same impact as the part one. While Christopher Walken and Florence Pugh play key roles, their roles seem like set for more to come (if at all that happens). Rebecca Feguson's as Paul's mother Jessica is probably the most complex character of the film some interesting elements to it. My favourite from this part is definitely Javier Bardem as Stilgar and his role totally changes shades as compared to Part One and also makes the movie more fun. By now most of you would have also seen all the memes around him. Josh Brolin portrays Gurney in a very strong manner but we would have loved to see some more interaction between him and Paul in this part.

While Dune: Part Two is a well structured movie, it clearly benefits at the time when big studios have continuously failed to deliver on their high budget (especially superhero) projects. Dennis Villeneuve successfully manages to create an oasis for the modern cinema through a film which is almost entirely set in a desert :)
9/10
Are we going to see a Godfather like Greek tragedy?
utp01304 March 2024
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Timotheé Chalamet had an impressive role in Call Me by Your Name, but it was not until The King the following year that I truly saw the layers of his acting. After watching The King, I compared him to a young Al Pacino - and then he basically flew off my radar since.

I didn't like any of his subsequent roles, including as Paul Atreides in Dune, which is a film I found to be artfully made but, like most other Denis Villeneuve films, lacking something that touches me.

I wasn't going to see Dune 2, except that I did. It was as everyone else said - epic, sweeping, complex, and well-made in all aspects. Having said that, it is Timothée who truly defines this film as a much more complex Paul Atreides, representing both the best and worst of messiah fervor. He reminds me of Henry V in The King, except with more charisma, maturity and a darkness that hides deeper. Everyone else in the film, with perhaps the exception of Zendaya, impresses and matches Timothée's lead.

Now, having read through enough information, I understand that if Messiah is made, that the storyline may entail Paul's downfall. Dune and Dune 2 may not be as significant to the world of cinema as The Godfather Part 1 and Part 2, but Dune: Messiah has the setup to surpass the final chapter of The Godfather.

This time, we may truly witness the epic transformation of a man from hero to god to destroyer, reminiscent of a Greek tragedy, offering a potentially unparalleled exploration of power and its consequences.
8/10
Almost six hours and sand and still amazing
BoBo_Goal3214 March 2024
The expectations where so high, they've scraped the sealing from the floor. No matter how much time it has grown, as for the first movie runtime, I was sure it will hold well. Denis Villeneuve's work is always amazing and there was no reason for this time to be less spectacular from all his latest jobs.

I went to the cinema and paid money after over a decade of getting free tickets to all the premiers, so it was an internal sign for me, and for others, regarding how I felt about the movie, before watching it, how anticipated it was and how much this movie was important to me.

Lately I completed the first movie, at a second viewing, in order to remember it and be prepared. I've also started to read the book and with the distance memory of Lynch's first movie (which I watched twice and didn't like them) I was equipped properly to see the biggest event in cinemas for this calendric year.

It sends out for numerous reasons - it is a movie that you must watch at the big screen. It is a cinematic event and one of few that gets the audience really exited and it live through the expectations.

But...and its a big but... its doesn't live up to every expectation and it is not perfect and not deserving the mega hype it got. Not a 9, but a solid 7.5 - 8. Its perfect with all regarding the directing and cinematography. Special effects are of the chart, and you cannot expect to get what you get; vocally, if you will wait to see it indoor.

Go see it on the biggest screen you can. And them the "But" is snicking. Because after cleaning all the background noise and how it affects the viewers, after filtering the visual impact on the viewers and after understanding the significant of this movie to the cinema as a savior and a sample of spice out of all the generic sand we get in movies lately, after all of those, we still got several important issues and problems.

The characters...there are a lot of them. Not all of the characters get the appropriate treatment and though it is a very (Very!) long movie, it seems that some of them are kept as a decoration and maybe as a preparation for next chapter. Paul, Chani, Jessica and even stilgar get their fair share, but others don't evolve as much as expected.

This fact effects the attachment of the viewer to the characters and to the movie as a whole. We get thrown from one character to another, without building care or affection and it is hard to develop any concern to most of the characters that get one or two sentences per half an hour.

The general atmosphere of the movie is very heavy and seems as if we are not allowed to get attached to most living creatures, but need to get attached to the intoxicating elements that divides this movie from others. It causes some detachment and makes a will to appreciate the movie from a far and not get to attached to it, emotionally.

And finally - the length.... almost three hours that seem to be just too much. I leave the concept of the movie as a religious conversation and other subtext and deep topics to the book to deal with. All of those are not an ideas by Villeneuve but are Frank Herbert's.

I thought about the matrix so much, and how this movie is reminding the matrix, but remember that Herbert was here first and probably invented all of the rough lines for every matrix original thought. It was a lot to digest and probably will wait a little bit to see is as a mini-series, at home. A masterpiece and one that should be debated heavily for years to come.
7/10
Hollywood romance
perzo-2477317 March 2024
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Before I start complaining, I have to say, that I liked the movie in general but tell my why, whyyyy do directors have to change stuff from books which matter to fans. The general line of the story was there but why to change Chani, Stilgar, devide Fremens to North/South. Chani/Pauls kid death wasnt mentioned. Alia wasnt born. Paul didnt kill Baron Harkonnen, Alia did. Pauls taking over of Jamis yani. Paul hasnt been touched by Feyd-Rautha at all. Chani didnt leave to desert at the end of the book. - this has been made up by Hollywood. There are so many inconsistencies between the book and the movie.
Hollywood clichés
trancenational9 March 2024
I don't understand why Lynch was so ashamed of his version, it's far more artsy than this. I watched Part two on screenX, and it's technically perfect, also a great movie in so many ways. But I just CAN'T STAND Hollywood's obsession with explosions, weapons, murders anymore. Like, can't you show the war in some more subtle ways? War? Cool, let's fly with crafts and drop as many bombs as possible - too much similarity with real world USA engagement, especially in this story where many things are inspired by Middle East. Can't escape the feeling that Hollywood serves as the main brainwashing tool.
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10/10
Love Dune
tcandy-7867828 March 2024
I love this sci-fi drama. So good. The cinematography and soundtrack are outstanding! I love how the music feels like its own character. The acting is beyond phenomenal! A must see for 2024! I have seen it twice and ready to go again!

Timothee Chalamet is the new Johnny Depp of his generation and commands the screen.

The story is immersive and I never wanted it to end. I left wanting more. I recommend you watch Part 1 of Dune before going to see Part 2. It will not disappoint and you'll be glad you did. Stars wars for grown-ups.

I am ready for Messiah now! Come up green light Part 3 for us!!
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9/10
Dune Part 2: A Cinematic Triumph
ysamie7 March 2024
Dune Part 2 masterfully builds upon the foundation set by its predecessor, offering an exhilarating cinematic journey that captivates from start to finish. The visual spectacle is nothing short of breathtaking, with sweeping landscapes and intricate details that transport the audience to the mesmerizing world of Arrakis.

The soundtrack, a key element in any epic, enhances the overall experience with its evocative melodies and powerful orchestrations. It seamlessly weaves into the narrative, heightening the emotional impact of pivotal moments. The sound design, coupled with Hans Zimmer's exceptional composition, elevates the film to new heights.

The fight scenes are a highlight, choreographed with precision and executed with intensity. Each confrontation feels like a dance, blending martial prowess with visual flair. The attention to detail in these sequences is a testament to the filmmakers' commitment to delivering a truly immersive and unforgettable experience.

What truly sets Dune Part 2 apart is its ability to continue the storyline seamlessly from Part 1. The narrative unfolds with a sense of purpose, expanding on characters and plotlines, leaving the audience eager for more. It's a testament to the filmmakers' dedication to crafting a cohesive and compelling narrative across the two parts.

In conclusion, Dune Part 2 is a triumph in filmmaking, offering a perfect blend of visual splendor, a captivating soundtrack, and thrilling fight scenes. With a storyline that seamlessly continues from Part 1, it solidifies itself as a cinematic masterpiece, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the epic Dune saga.
7/10
Good Si-Fi movie, but it's not Dune!
islamhy8 March 2024
So I have read the books, watched the previous mini-series and played the many games over the years and I can tell you one thing, it's a good could even be great Si-Fi movies but they failed at the story, the visuals are great, the score is amazing, the design,....etc. But the story was just not there, they missed and changed many details that are imperative to the story, for example where does the spice come from, why does it matter, where is the spacing guild, why don't they have computers in the future, why would the universe stand still if something happened to it's supply! How did the fremen manage to beat those armies especially the dune sardaukar, and what about Alia and her whole arch! The thing is without going into much details how can they take this to cover the rest of the story "Children of Dune" & "God Emperor of Dune"

I felt disappointed by the middle of that movie and it just felt like the last season of GOT all over again, so bottom line, if you know nothing about this story, you will enjoy it and could be a 10 in your book, for me I can give it a 6, or 7 out of 10 at best.
10/10
Elyas Heravey
alyasheravey-260892 March 2024
This Film Is very Good.

We Need it to Improve the Hollywood Cinema in the Top of Cinema. The first half of Dune: Part Two is among the best things that Villeneuve has ever done, though the sheer eventfulness of the plot and a bustling retinue of side-players (Austin Butler upgrading Sting's cod-pieced ninny from the 1984 film into a hairless psychopath is worthy of mention) means that the final act does feel rushed.

Dune: Part Two is certainly up there with some of the best science fiction movies I've ever seen.

Villeneuve's facility with this stuff doesn't just come from his talent for spectacle, though there are set pieces in Dune: Part Two that aim to blow the top of your skull off.
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9/10
Sensational
davemcdo29 February 2024
Not since leaving the cinema after watching Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers have I been blown away by a sequel.

This movie just takes "Dune: Part One" and sends it into orbit, everyone connected with this movie deserves a round of applause for making this masterpiece, yes it's a masterpiece.

The storyline is engrossing, the themes are engaging, the acting is sublime, and the director, bravo, Denis Villeneuve, bravo.

Brilliant gross scary villains, fantastic lead portrayals and epic breathtaking sets, the 2 hour 45 minutes just passed without notice.

Unfortunately as when I left LOTR: TTT I felt uplifted by the stupendous movie I'd just watched but sad that I'll have to wait so long for "Dune: Part Three".
10/10
Top Tier
ccoursey-257681 March 2024
The hype is undeniable, this is sci fi at its highest order. It's hard to find a single flaw in this film, and I'm sure there are some, like with any film. However, it captures your senses so dramatically that you have little time to even pin point its miscues. The pacing, direction, sound, cinematography and acting are all exceptional. Timothee Chalamet gives arguably his best performance to date and really showcases his talents. There is never a scene that is wasted or over shot. The sound design will leave you speechless and the visuals are awe aspiring. Dune 2 already has its place on the Mount Rushmore of best sequels in cinematic history. And will be talked about for years to come. Highly recommend.
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6/10
it'll all depend on whether you want an adaptation or not
alithorn3 March 2024
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I wasn't a huge fan of the first part. As a big fan of the books, I thought that they didn't really do enough to build the lore or develop the characters. I thought they concentrated on the wrong elements of the book.

I was willing to give the 2nd part a fair chance to correct that. Get things back on track. Its supposed to be an adaptation and part of me does expect the general spirit of the characters to be maintained, even if some of the detail wasnt.

Book fans may be disappointed. The writer and director take liberties with the source material, fundamentally changing the nature of a main character. If jars as a book fan to see how they treated Chani. Not only that, but it also makes further Dune movies likely to deviate even further from the source.

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It was a common complaint that Chani was.little used in the first part of the adaptation. Zendaya appeared fleetingly and had almost no significant input into things. Clearly that's not the case in part 2, but her part in the story is significantly different from the original source.

In part 2, Chani seems to switch between loving Paul to telling anybody who'll listen that he's not the messiah and is instead somewhat of a naughty boy. It makes the intimate, romantic stuff seem out of place against her continued effort to undermine the prophecy that he's the voice from another world who'll lead the Fremen to freedom. The 2 sides to Chani really do jar against each other. The romance never feels particularly genuine when she seems to switch from lover to critic in the space of a few minutes of run time.

Should that matter? For the movie it possibly doesnt, other than being annoying. But this is the girl who's supposed to be the mother of 3 children to Paul. So to have her storm out of the scene with Princess Irulan and to then end the film with the spurned lover calling a worm to ride alone into the desert has a far bigger negative impact. Book readers know what Chani's role should be. We know what she does in Dune Messiah and how things play out in Children. If there is going to be an adaptation of the 2nd, and maybe even 3rd, books in Herbert's series then Dune part 2 hasn't exactly made it easy to get things back on track. Paul is going to have to do some pretty incredible making up if he;s going to convince the rather detached Chani to be the mother of his kids in time for a potential Messiah adaptation.

It's not all bad. The cinematography is great. The sound is fantastic. The scene with Paul addressing the council of naibs is genuinely incredible. His snarling performance in front of his doubters, almost inviting them to challenge him before destroying any of their doubts with his deeply personal knowledge of their history and their ways is one of the finest scenes in recent cinema. Chalamet plays the scene perfectly. Sadly the rest of the movie can't quite reach that high point. The final battlle for Arakeen feels a good few minutes shorter than it should be. The Harkonen character design never feels particularly well done and Beast Raban is more pantomime villain than the guy sent to brutalise the Arakis population.

Does any of that matter? If I'd never read the original source material then it probably wouldn't. I'd be a little bit unsure of the character development but I'd probably feel that most of the constituent parts of an epic scifi classic were there. It's a flawed movie, but those flaws probably wouldn't be such an issue as they are for me as a fan of the books.

Ultimately the director and writer have told their version of the Dune novel over 2 movies. It's just that the character changes not only fail to help the movie, but they flat out detract from it and it ends up feeling like a wasted opportunity. It could have been better and it could have set the foundation for a generational series of films.
10/10
Extraordinary
raullorigo20 March 2024
This is a non-spoiler review. I just want to share my experience with the movie and not the details.

I haven't had a theatre experience like this since the Lord of the Ring movies. I'm not qualified enough to say why this one was better than that one, etc etc. All I'm saying is this amazing feeling I just had leaving the theatre has been dormant since the LOTR films. That's includes seeing all the Marvel/Avenger and Star Wars movies, which gave me a similar, but not quite the feeling of witnessing perfect art.

Let's just table for a moment how beautiful the movie was visually. The acting couldn't have been any better. Tremendous job by the entire cast. As on the first one, the sound and score was breathtaking. Then coming back around to the visuals...it was an absolute masterpiece.

I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.
10/10
Straight from the soul
rfsprr6 March 2024
We know how much Denis cared about this movie. The idea has been simmering in his mind since he is a teenager. He did a great job at showing the respect, the dedication and the passion he has for Frank Herbet's novel. The movie has some of the most powerful scenes I have ever laid my eyes upon. The idea of a guy screaming, riding a moving worm can go wrong in so many ways, but Denis managed to pull it off and give goosebumps to an entire theatre. I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I felt, while watching this, emotions that I had never felt before. This movie is beautiful not only cinematographically but also emotionally. The special effects are absolutely epic. The costumes are of an astonishing beauty. The actors performed at their best. Hans Zimmer's score was near perfection. Denis's script was almost perfectly crafted. I left the theatre with a strong sense of hope for cinema. We are lucky to have one of the best to ever do it. Thank you Denis for this absolute Masterpiece.
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9/10
Wonderful
brent19843 March 2024
I had very high expectations for this film and was still satisfied. It is nearly 3 hours long but never feels like it drags as every scene is either interesting, exciting, well acted or beautifully shot. There is no filler in this movie, every shot feels like it has purpose or artistic quality. Every actor knocks it out of the park too. There are no bad performances at all and there are no modern hollywood tropes that take you out of the world that has been built by Villeneuve and the production team. It is a serious and sombre film, a sci fi adaptation made with adults in mind - less so an action film and more a meditation on power, religion, vengeance and politics.
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10/10
A must see movie
alekatamiolaki2 March 2024
A movie of many different stories within one, all great actors, conveying messages with unique eyes. Suspenseful, multi-level, amazing scenes and photography, a history of a prophesy.

Mother hungry for revenge, a son exploring his limits in life, power, love, fear, leadership, friendship and freedom for his people.

Costumes and scenes unfolding throughout the movie while sand landscapes is calmly opposite to the building atmosphere. Suspense is constantly and characteristically changing level between characters while balance of power and human beings is the great challenge. Politics are unexplored and unexpected while eternally existential.
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7/10
Mixed,(..Spice..),bag...
dtstacey2 March 2024
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Hmmm,where to begin...Good points,I think...Good performances, ace effects,sound and everything else, epic music ,(..though a tad familiar,by now..),some fab action scenes,(..though if you've seen the Trailer's,you've pretty much seen em all...big problem..). Bad points...a bit ponderous,colour palette much too dark at key moments and,if they are not doing anymore,absolutely terrible ending. After really enjoying Part 1 I found this a quite big disappointment,I am sorry to say. I do hope it makes decent money, though so at least gives the chance to make more though I would not go to the cinema to see it...far to long to sit in a seat. I am very glad I had a free ticket to see it...would hate to have paid for it. Hey ho.
10/10
Epic, just epic
andy-logan18 March 2024
It's so rare that you look forward to a film as much as this and then aren't disappointed. It was pure gold, from every angle.

Captivating story, perfectly chosen cast, stunning costumes, awe-inspiring visual effects - a true masterpiece.

The film takes you on a rollercoaster of a journey, from moments of sheer excitement and adventure to chilling darkness.

Part of what makes it so exhilarating is the anticipation of what's next and never truly knowing what to expect.

I thought the nods to historical references were clever and the visual effects were excellent.

This is a must-watch for any cinema lover.
6/10
Dune>>>Dune 2
rahmanuddinsyed1 March 2024
May be i expected more regarding the vengeance but the vengeance felt too easy.

Timothee shines but Zendaya shines brighter.

The characters were not given proper time to explore them.

Some elevations work greatly but sometimes it misses.

Hans Zimmer gave them epic score but they selfishly used it don't know why the first part also has the same problem.

The antagonists were shown very cruel but they lose all the cruelty when they face Paul ATREIDES.

The elevation where he passes the prophecy test and the climax where Zendaya tries to prove herself is the GOAT cinematic experience.

The frames of Timothee in the battle shows how only frames can speak without uttering any word is damn amazing.

Otherwise I am bloody keen to watch dune 3 even though Dune 2 was not that great as expected.
10/10
Lisan al-gaib
sainikschoolambikapur6 March 2024
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The best movie of this year so far. I had hopes for the movie to be good and yes it is. The thrilling fights and ambush are of top quality. But this not my favourite the new it movie had to offer was bene gesserts. How they manipulate everything and above all the mother of paul she is a mystery and his sister who I suppose is going to be the real mystery.

Cannot wait for Dune 3 and other sequals. Till that time I'll read the book. The acting was great and I think of timothee as Leonardo DiCaprio of our generation. At last i shall address the elephant in the room that is the man kiss of butler which is fine to me but was unexpected for many other viewers in the room That's it it's a must watch movie so do watch it.
10/10
The most immersive movie to date
johnvpeterson10 March 2024
Some viewers, inexplicably, might dismiss 'Dune 2' as mere escapism, akin to those who question the authenticity of wrestling. However, to engage with this film is to be transported for over three captivating hours into the heart of the desert, immersing oneself in the intricate tapestry of tribal life. What could easily be dismissed as make-believe becomes strangely tangible.

For enthusiasts of history, politics, and the cyclical nature of civilizations, 'Dune 2' is a masterclass in weaving Frank Herbert's profound themes throughout its narrative. Every move in this intricate game feels deliberate, each chess piece placed on the board at precisely the right moment, resulting in a truly immersive experience.
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8/10
Is that a Giant Sandworm in your pocket...?
danchilton-7195525 March 2024
Dune : Part Two picks up more or less straight after the events of part one and follows Paul Atreides as he and his mother Lady Jessica take refuge with the Fremen. They then set about befriending\radicalising the desert natives to aid in their revenge against the forces that wiped out their family. Considering the monolithic task of adapting a book as thematically dense as Dune the story plays out with remarkable clarity and the visual effects set a new high bar in grand sci fi realism. Still, its not a film that everybody with get on with.

First thing is first, it would be a waste of time to try and watch this without seeking out 2021's part one first as a brief opening catch up is unlikely to get any Arrakis virgins up to speed and the relentless pace of events here doesn't leave time for filling in the gaps. For all the spectacle he delivers, director Denis Villenueve's greatest strength is his storytelling laser focus and the skill that stopped the time wrangling philosophy of Arrival getting lost in the weeds allows him to cut through the dense Dune source material here. The film does away with the books years long time skip while Paul lives with the Fremen and sees him quickly rise to the status of "Lisan al Gaib", a messiah figure many of the Fremen believe will lead them to paradise. This shortening of the timeline may make things feel slightly less grand than its literary source but suits this telling of the story, making it clear the Dune dwellers never actually needed their chosen one. It also allows Rebecca Ferguson's Reverend Mother to look extra crazy as she plots from the sidelines, tattoo-faced and muttering to the foetus in her womb. Anything from the book that wouldn't further this particular version of the story is gone, with no mention of guilds and less depth to the Fremen culture. The emphasis is on coherent narrative rather than the trippy vibes of the 1984 David Lynch movie, which had some out there visuals but was thematically empty and incomprehensible to non book devotees. The different approaches mean this film (together with part one) and its 80's counterpart make fascinating companion pieces.

They may not be psychedelic but the visuals are breathtaking. Conversion from digital to film and back again, infra red rigged 3D cameras and other insane filming techniques combine with chunky, grand scale design to create one of the most lived in worlds ever put to screen. There's no shiny finish and smooth edges on the massive harvesting machines, its clear they're built for industrial purpose, to get a job done and get it done as cheaply as possible. The giant worms are a living part of the desert, exploding onto the screen like a sentient force of nature. Its all backed up by a soaring score and cinema shaking sound effects.

Timothee Chalamet turns out to be perfect casting for Paul. He ups his presence from the first film as the new head of House Atreides grows in to his chosen one persona but he's never completely comfortable. Essentially Chalamet is likeable enough that people would follow him but not charismatic enough that you believe he would ever achieve his status without the space nun's meddling. In terms of screen time, Paul is very much still the main character but the nature of the narrative means he is aloof from the human part of the story leaving Zendaya to carry the heart as Chani. Fortunately she has the necessary charisma in spades, anchoring the film with movie star charm that will see her on Hollywood's A-list for years to come. Fellow Freman Stilgar is played with earnest glee by Javier Bardem, who even manages to inject some rare humour into a Villenueve film with his Life of Brian esque dedication to the notion Paul is his messiah. Stand out amongst the new cast members is Austin Butler as mental case Harkonnen Feyd-Rautha. The murderous Na-Baron could easily have slipped into caricature but Butler anchors him with enough subtle nuance that he stays on the side of real character.

Its a performance that's needed too, since the Harkonnens in general can come across a little cartoony compared to the rest of the movie. The striking look is one thing but their constant blood lust is a bit much. Quite how they manage to run any sort of spice operation when the high ranking family members might randomly kill anyone near them at a moments notice is anyones guess. Christopher Walken is also a little distracting as Emperor Shaddam. He isn't bad, I mean its Christopher Walken, but in a film where everyone else blends seamlessly into their roles he is very obviously Christopher Walken.

Such quibbles feel mean spirited in the face of such a cinematic achievement. Dune Part 2 stands as a monumental example of big budget sci fi film making and accomplishes something once considered impossible in putting a coherent telling of this tale on the big screen.

8 none chipped and shattered blades out of 10.
10/10
Spices added a A special Flavor to the Dune movie
mammieduo1 March 2024
One of the movies that will be set in the history of cinema.. The whole crew is great, especially Stellan Skargard, really deserves the Oscar for his performance and character.

The film must be seen in iMax and it is a film originally designed for it.. Sorry Oppenheimer

Visual effects have been exploited more than professionally. Especially in the fighting scene in the ring.. And the music was really captivating and from another world.

I'm eagerly waiting for the last part that is expected to be in 2027. And it is expected that the following series will be the same great

I advise all science fiction fans to watch this great movie. And a special thanks to the director of the film.
10/10
Supreme
monika_ilieva268 March 2024
A Masterpiece, without a doubt. The production design, the cinematography, the music, the visual effects, the costumes. But the acting... oh my God the acting. This new generation of actors is simply superb. Every line, every gesture, even every single look is composed to perfection and worked hard, you can tell. Of course the senior ones make incredible roles too. Pleasure to watch them.

It has anything and is leaving you wanting more. I had the feeling I even can smell the sand and feel the wind, amazing.

The movie of the decade. I think even those who don't like the genre cannot stay indifferent.
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7/10
Too much htpe
jasonhedstrom5 March 2024
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I find that if you're a fan of the series. And love it, then you will like the sequel. I, however, not a normal dune fan but liked part one. I found part 2 really long and way too much dialogue since they explained character in part one, and Austin Butler's character made no sense, but the special effects and acting were phenomenal. Unfortunately, it was kind of a sleeper movie where I almost fell asleep due to non action and due to overdoing the story line. It could of been done in 2 hours. All the acti g again and cgi was amazing.

The ending didn't make sense but set it up for a possible third movie.
8/10
Like its Predecessor
nizarsalim16 March 2024
In Dune Part Two, I praised everything. The story, performances of the cast, direction, screenplay, cinematography, visual and sound effects, especially the scenes that were shot in Wadi Rum, soundtrack, and ending all deserve all praise without any exception.

Regarding its flaws, what I didn't like is the 166 minutes runtime and some story elements which were not so clear and could not be linked to the story because of their unclarity.

But these elements do not mean that I didn't like Dune Part Two. On the contrary, I enjoyed it very much, and I am excited for the plans for the franchise in the future if there are ones. That is why when it comes to the score, I give Dune Part Two 8 out of 10.
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9/10
A gorgeous spectacle that doesn't quite stick the landing
tommihenttu6 March 2024
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I've never read the books, and only watched Dune 1 the previous day when I knew I'd be seeing this in theaters. While the first instalment can be a lot to take in for a newcomer into this series like me, I felt it did a good job building the world and getting us acquainted with the characters. Even if it didn't feel like a "complete" movie for some.

Dune Part 2 picks up any slack that the first one may have left behind. The story is faster paced, the characters become more nuanced and the politics of this universe open up to us a little more.

Paul's journey to become "the chosen one" feels really well done and the plot allows that process to take its time. Him learning the ways of the desert, gaining the trust of the Fremen and finding love all feel organic. Him struggling with being thought of as a Messiah and wanting to help his people, but not wanting to take on the leadership role knowing what will happen if he does. And Timothée's acting takes on a whole new level when push comes to shove, especailly during the final act.

Lady Jessica was also excellent. In the first movie I was a bit underwhelmed with her character, but as soon as she started scheming to gain power she was much more interesting and seeing that she probably never cared for Paul that much, but was merely using him is fascinating to watch. Stilgar is also hilarious, and probably the best hype man you could ever find. Feyd-Rautha had an amazing introduction as well and I was hyped to see more of him as the movie went on.

This goes without saying, but this film is absolutely stunning with its visuals and sound design. Every major beat hits home hard with beautiful shots and a grand, booming score. They did a fantastic job bringing this world to life.

I'd say about the first 2 hours or so are excellent and paced really well. The final act is where I had some issues. Not necessarily with what happened, but with how quickly it all transpired. After Paul drinks the Water Of Life, the shift within his character is evident. He realizes what has to be done in order to succeed(at least in his mind) and assumes the "throne" of the Fremen in a scene that makes your jaw drop. Chani, his girlfriend, is noticably upset by his sudden desire to lead and accept the title of Lisan Al-Gaib, and for good reason. While previously Paul had been on her side in thinking that the talk of propchecies was a waste of time it clearly isn't the case anymore. She sees that Paul loves the power, no matter how much he would want her to think otherwise.

If I'm being totally honest, this is where I thought the movie would end. And that feeling came back at least a few times in different parts before the credits would actually roll. I thought we had reached the height of the story of Paul and how his clear corruption would come to be. After all, this is his story in my opinion. I was convinced we would get the rest of his rise and evident downfall in the next film. I thought that a lot of what comes after this point is, while looking and sounding awesome, just a bit rushed. The Fremen kill the Harkonnen and seize control from the Emperor. With pretty much ease. The final battle is short and a bit underwhelming in my book. Feyd-Rautha felt underutilized, I thought he would have more to do than just torture a few people and have an awesome knife fight. It's possible I need a rewatch to see if my feelings on the ending would change, but this is how I feel at the moment.

Regardless, this is still an absolute spectactle that I will gladly watch again and it will definitely be talked about for years to come as the golden standard for epic Sci-Fi done right.
10/10
Epic!!
petrossoul2 March 2024
Epic filmmaking! Cinematography at its best! It's been a while since i 've seen a really good movie. Attention to details, character development, great casting, great photography and absolutely perfect soundtrack ( Hans Zimmer i don't know how you do it but you 've done it once again). Also the sound effects are so masterfully made that take your breath. I had missed this kind of movie. I love the atmosphere this director makes at his films, it has a slow captivating aroma as if you almost taste the spice itself. The only negative about this movie is that we have to wait now for at least four years for the next one...
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10/10
Sci-if Epic that, on a technical level, is nearly flawless
chadvader-564909 March 2024
I think this is my first time reviewing a film in writing ever. I feel compelled to review because this film really is that compelling.

Going into Dune: Part One I was green. I knew of the story, but stayed away because people said it was very dense. This always intrigued me about Dune, that it was a layered tale, but it intimidated me. When I left the theater I bought the first book and finished it quite quickly as I had a hard time putting it down. If you haven't read Frank Herbert's source material, I highly recommend you do so. You'll come away not only having read an incredibly epic tale, but an immense appreciation for Villeneuve, Frasier, Zimmer, Walker and everyone who on these films. Because you can truly see these people cared to tell a story and tell it well. You'll see not just talented people, but masters at the apex of their craft pouring not only their skills but their passion for the story of Dune.

Dune 1 and 2 are a case of the right people at the right time

Dune: Part Two is an epic movie and an epic moment in cinema. It will have you remembering the other pivotals moments you witnessed on the big screen: LOTR, Revenge of The Sith, The Dark Knight, just to name a few. I'm not going to say it's better than those movies, I don't think you really can, as the movies previously mentioned and others like them have cemented themselves in the folds of cinema history and the cultural zeitgeist as legends. They have earned their respect and will keep it. I'm merely stating that Dune: Part 2 will sit next them as monumental achievement.

Sometimes you get movies that look really good, but the payoffs weren't as you expected. Or, some sequences were cut really well and the sound design was hitting, but as a whole the film fell flat. But, every so often you get to witness a film where all aspects are firing on all cylinders: cinematography, editing, sound design, the score, acting, pacing, writing, VFX, etc. A movie where all the pieces are meshing almost perfectly. A movie that exceeds your already high expectations and gives you goosebumps as witness something truly awesome you didn't see coming.

Dune: Part Two is that movie.

Now this isn't a perfect movie.

It's got some pretty bad ADR in some scenes that's obvious. Some of the storytelling feels a little exposition heavy. Parts that believed could have been shown were instead told. Dune is a tough book to visualize on a screen, but still I think the verbal exposition could have been cut down. While people have said this movie has near invisible CGI/VFX, and it does, there are moments that don't look so good. Also, this isn't really a flaw, but you are not going to come away from Dune feeling like you did after watching LOTR or Star Wars. It's a different story with a different message.

But the movie is EPIC. Have no confusion there. The sounds move through you. The visuals captivate you. You will be on Arrakis while watching this film. If you live near an AMC with a Dolby Cinema Room, see it there. You'll be counting the seconds to when you can see it again.
If I had one actor like Dave Batista, I could have made a true 9.0 movie out of this. Had far more expectations from an 8.9 movie, into top 250 GOATS (best 15 movies, now)
chirilescemanuel10 March 2024
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You can't tell me this movie is greater than any Star Wars movie, aside from episode IX which was not as great as the others.

There are subjects as end of times and a false Messiah that made the public go for such higher rating, which is not a bad option, but storywise and how it was cast, it's not even near that high, in quality.

So, I come with one example of how this movie should have ended to deserve such a grade (higher than 8.3), regardless the story from books, which I've heard is far better than this adaptation.

1) the False Prophet to be beaten in one-on-one combat by Feyd-Rautha and be killed 2) the personality of Feyd-Rautha, Beast Rabban and Baron Harkonnen to have been exponentially shown in better detail, better exploited and the story to be better adapted, so the psychological factor to be on a higher performance 3) Beast Rabban and Baron Harkonnen to still fail and be killed 4) the story in the third movie to continue from Chani's viewpoint, but that would have been only a speculation... and only then, it would have been as good as the reviews.

Movie doesn't deserve to be on a top 200 list and people need to prove me wrong to accept such a delusional rating.

Even if the last one will make it all perfect, in quality extent of the second movie and will have the best ending there is and exceed anyone's expectation, then, it would still be an 8 altogether and this movie, still a 6 or mostly, a 7 in quality.

A big disappointment and could have been much more better!
8/10
One of the great miscastings of all time!
Rogermex15 March 2024
Well, it was pretty cool, epic ScFi, lots of action and far-out spacecraft. In my opinion kind of melodramatic as to the story and characters, but hey it was entertaining. THE WORMS of course!

But - the Emperor turns out to be Christopher Walken? I love Walken very much in movies. But here you have him showing up as the Emperor! You can't help but watch that and not think "Hey, that's not "the Emperor"! That's Christopher Walken! And doing some of his usual shtick (which is great). Why didn't the director have AI put in an evil Pee Wee Herman for the "Emperor"? It was an amazing "jump the shark" bit of miscasting.
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10/10
Amazing atmosphere. Even my gf loved it
vmarkoshop14 March 2024
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The 1st movie gave me more basic vibes (probably due to the new experience and undiscovered story) but this one had better overall storyline. The scenery, both visual & sound editing just hit like a mountain, beautiful. Music is top tier.

Even my girlfriend liked it regardless she hates sci-fi movies, but this one convinced her.

The 1st movie really put down the basics, characters were introduced, and the 2nd one perfectly picked up the basics and raised them into another level.

I give it a 10/10, sure I can't wait to see the upcoming story how it evolves the story into a saga from a different universe.
8/10
The series now needs a faster pace and more action
PenetratorGod5 March 2024
I would have given it a very low rating if it hadn't picked up the pace in the last half hour and ended in a satisfying way because the pace of the first 2 hours of the movie was slow enough to push my tolerance limits. Not much was added to it compared to the first movie and I think I liked the first movie more. I was expecting to see more action in the second movie. Although this was a good movie on its own, overall it was not a good sequel that met my expectations and that's why I don't think it was worth the 3 year wait. In the third and final movie, I hope the story picks up pace because I'm bored of listening to 3 hours of bland characters dialogue in limited locations in the desert.
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1/10
Awful
rebekkab-826-824044 March 2024
If you need to fall into a catatonic state then go watch this movie. I've never been so bored in my entire life. It does not compare to the OG from the 80s. Another waste of production money for the purpose of self glorification of the director and producers who deserve to be 🥊 in the face for the stylistic choices made to mutilate the material.

Watching this, just like part 1, I simply did not care about any of this. I watched this cuz I thought part 1 was the prelude and part 2 would be more exciting but it just isn't. You can make highly compelling films but no one told these guys how to do that. Style over substance, it doesn't really matter as long as enough ppl are dumb enough to pay for a ticket.

PS: Rebecca Ferguson is exempt from this review, she is incredible but her work alone cannot save this train wreck.
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10/10
Not just a movie, But a Cinema...!
farhanajmal-200517 March 2024
After so many time, this movie, Dune part-2, they just set the benchmark, so high... It's not even a movie but an overall cinematic experience with a nice music, sound design, acting and direction.

Imagination and writer's intention was beautifully conceptualized and being executed perfectly. This is one of the cinematic thesis, every student has to learn from it. Congrats to the team.

Every one in the cast was amazing and the cinematographers really worked hard to make it so scenic that at some point it was hard to process that how they can gather so many perfect frames together.

I guess Denis Villeneuve really need an appreciation. I guess he is Ridley Scott's heir. Hehe.

Timothee, Zendaya and Javier were amazing... A must watch movie , IMAX should be preferred!
Dune - Part Two - Boring and way too long
thorstenkudahl28 February 2024
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Well...

Just got to see Dune - part two, and It was a beautiful movie, but that's it.

I had very high expectations to this movie, especially when the first movie blew me away.

But Dune part two, was so borring and nothing as I had hoped it would be.

Nearly no action in it, no suspense and thrilling moments like in the first one, and then it just felt bad in many ways.

Two hours of built up to nothing and then it fell totally on its butt.

Why oh why did it need to be nearly three hours, when it could have been made in 1,5????

Compared to the first, the excitement in the cinema was totally gone and the woman next to me fell asleep, and she had a Dune t-shirt on.

How did they screw this movie up so badly?

Total let down and that should have been the movie of the year... damit.
8/10
Let's do the Sand Walk again!
ghekster27 March 2024
Went to see Dune part duex....more light hearted than part one and things seemed to gel better.... I was thinking there may be a part 3, but not soon...I thought all the future seeing/prophecy aspects were done pretty well with the struggle to make the best choice....some periods in life you know a thing or two and have a difficult time connecting the gaps for the whole picture...Following the John Carter movie quote "The Princess is not the prize, Barsoom is the Prize" The Emperor's daughter, the Princess , gets little screen time and with some forward and back history to explain her full situation....but I wanted more from the ultimate trophy wife in this universe. Some interesting things were fun like the Dune Compass which compensates for Lunar bodies with a magnetic field for example, Baron Harkonnen's "light show" of aerial liquid splashes was probably because the atmosphere is so saturated with bio-carbons it might catch fire...there was some slow penetration of force fields but mostly that tech wasn't shown much...many years ago I read at least 25 Dune novels by various authors and some were really good. The sandworms were great for not only a joke or two, but seeing them in a huge formation was really impressive. Many family secrets were revealed as plans for controlling human space were hinted at.... Paul, the Duke's son, comes into his own and uses some of his family's strength to good advantage. I am up for a 3rd movie.
10/10
Couldn't ask for more!
wallstaff3 March 2024
This will be a memorable film for at least the next 20 years, the size, the costumes, the world building, its everything I wanted to see!

I have to mention that the film does feel very rushed sometimes but that's to be expected based on what I heard about the books, the amount of scheming and overall magnitute of everything.

I loved the way it looked, everything is Human but also Alien, as you would expect from a timeline (Or possible future!) where we don't use AI but our minds.

I can't wait for the 3rd part which I think should be last, which could be unpopular but usually more than 3 results in disaster.

WELL DONE!
2/10
Almost Not Recognizable As An Adaptation of the Book
csmaccath1 March 2024
Dune Part II bears almost no resemblance to the towering work of science-fiction literature from which it was drawn. Denis Villeneuve takes bizarre and unnecessary liberties with the plot of the book, which leaves his narrative weak in places where author Frank Herbert's is strong. In addition, there are critical characters and concepts missing in the film, and while Herbert's book takes place over several years, Villeneuve's adaptation occurs over the course of a few months, which is simply not feasible given the actual events unfolding in it. Overall, it's a bad film with good actors and a big budget. If you want an epic popcorn movie experience and care nothing about the book, you might enjoy it. But Denis Villeneuve's Dune is not to be taken seriously as an adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel.
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5/10
These reviews??
keifwynne9 March 2024
I am gobsmacked at these reviews 😲I read them and no one mentions anything of note in the movie because nothing of note happens!

Is there fights yes but are they anything other than average....nope. Is the script anything special....nope. The casting is seriously questionable but these are such big names I'm not going there.

It's a huge production that's clear to see but almost nothing is done with is so you get this huge spectacle but it's just there while they tell a story almost 3hrs long and that's only because 65% of it is in slow motion. Hans Zimmer does what he does and lends a huge hand to nothing scenes. As for the ending well after Dune I said maybe Dune 2 will be better and after Dune 2 I'm thinking maybe Dune 3 will be better.

I've rated it a 5 but I'll push to a 6.5 because we have become so used to mediocrity in movies that I see why people are so surprised that this isn't bad ....but it's not great either.
10/10
Finally!!!! Epic film-making at its finest.
CitizenCairParavel3 April 2024
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I'm 71 years old and grew up during the days of epic film-making: Ben Hur, Lawrence of Arabia, Doctor Zhivago, to name a few of the greats. Maybe this isn't LOA, but dang, it is gooooooooood! I sas the 84 film when it first came out: loved the story but hated the movie. Terribly campy, not epic at all. Then here comes the modern version. Loved part 1 but was really impressed by part 2. Chalamet is amazing as Paul. Butler is a devilish and scary Feyd--he gave my wife the creeps--he was that good in the role. The final battle scene using the worms--great touch. Zendaya was really the only weak element of the three major stars. She tends to pout too much; and I didn't like her stopping and posing for the camera when she was fighting in the last battle. But these are minor hiccups. It's a great movie and now can't wait for Dune Messiah!
10/10
Power over spice is power over all
robbielawson553 March 2024
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Knowing that there would be changes to the story as a whole from the original text, Denis has somehow masterfully managed to retain the excitement and stupor in this type of fan as with newcomers to the story.

They told no lies when they compared its grandeur to the likes of 'The Empire Strikes Back' and 'The Two Towers'.

Paired with a masterful score, mesmerising cinematography and acting performances that plant these young stars squarely as the talent of the future, Denis has once again shown that we can trust his vision. Here he directs his best film yet.

See it in IMAX to truly feel the spice flow. :)
10/10
A modern masterpiece
email-570195 March 2024
A modern scify classic. As far as possible of the stupidity of ideologies and modern day political standards. This is what we imagine when we dream about the Hollywood lost magic. The most pure sci-fi movie sin Dune part 1 and by far the best overall movie of te year.

Thanks for the photography, Thanks for the amazing performances, Thank for the soundtrack, Thanks for the sound design, Thanks for the story, Thanks for the quality.

Dune is a generational piece of art, a definition of " how" and "when" a bacon for new perspectives and a strong hit for the old school way of having the props. We are here to stand and wait for as long as it takes for the third part.

Thanks.
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10/10
The greatest experience the big screen has ever produced
minimalbeatle22 March 2024
Imagine you lived in the '60s and someone produced the first IMAX experience for Lawrence of Arabia. How shocked would you have been? How great of a cinematic experience would you have thought it was had that existed in the '60s?

This is what Dune Part 2 made me feel, but better. Villeneuve, Fraser, and Zimmer have adapted the brilliant and intricate story of Arrakis and have scaled it to a level you've never seen before unless mentioned in the breath of The Lord of the Rings among others. The Arrakis we see feels so visceral, so tangible, we feel like we are there with the Fremen and live among them.

Villeneuve didn't care too much for the action sequences, but rather the substance and depth of Paul Atreides' arc. To have this rather than being bombarded with action scenes for two hours like the typical IMAX experience feels so refreshing and shows why Denis Villeneuve is such a film purist. This is the essence of cinema: great cinematographic sequences where every single frame can be captured and hung in The Louvre and every single frame has the depth to tell a thousand meanings and has to be seen multiple times.

Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Austin Butler, Javier Bardem, every single cast member put everything into their roles and its the most sensational thing you'll ever see. There's a scene that Chalamet is the heart of and it'll make your jaw drops. He certainly is the future of Hollywood.

Thank you Denis Villeneuve for creating an experience I will carry with me for the rest of my life.
10/10
Fantastic
davidhidayat-293821 March 2024
Dune Part 2 is truly amazing in terms of story, music, visuals and characters. The film is almost 3 hours long but it doesn't feel like it because the storyline is not boring and each character is also not wasted. A masterpiece in the midst of superhero films that are starting to get bored and have no clear direction. As a sequel dune 2 starts the story without missing a beat. Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) and his mother, Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), continue their adventure on the desert planet Arrakis.

Out of the clutches of the Harkonnen, they try to join the Fremen, including Chani (Zendaya), who appeared several times in Paul's dreams in the first film. As Paul tries to understand their customs, Lady Jessica tells the Fremen that her son is the leader they have been waiting for according to the prophecy.

Denis Villeneuve succeeded in presenting perfect details. The worlds he creates are stunning, from the desert of Arrakis to majestic palaces. The appearance of giant sandworms and neatly choreographed battle scenes are entertainment for those who enjoy the sci-fi action genre. Villeneuve succeeded in transforming the visuals from Frank Herbert's novel beautifully in every scene.

Dune 2 also presents deep and interesting characters. Timothee Chalamet takes Paul Atreides to new heights with a compelling performance, just the right amount of charismatic and intimidating, conveying the complexity of Paul's character ideally. Zendaya, who previously only appeared a few times in Dune: Part One, now has the opportunity to explore Chani's character as a strong and brave figure.

The presence of supporting roles such as Lady Jessica and Princess Irula (Florence Pugh) also adds to the complexity of the political complexities in the world created by Villeneuve. Javier Bardem as Stilgar also gave an extraordinary performance that will stick in the audience's memory. Likewise, Austin Butler, who previously impressed through Elvis (2022), again displays his eccentric and memorable role.
2/10
When you love sand and hate dialogue..
karlrikard28 February 2024
As a filmmaker, Denis Villenauve is truly one of a kind. Being just as authentic as he is sharp, he states: "Frankly, I hate dialogue. Dialogue is for theater and TV".

With Dune part II, he backs up his statement by spending impressive amounts of time and money on "Pure image & sound". No one can deny how epic his special effects are. Last night, I felt it was my duty to sit as long as possible and awe at Villenauve's cinematography.

I would love to see a future Villenauve documentary. Hollywood stars on a dramatic vacation in the Sahara desert!

In the meantime, I will watch Dune Part II a second time. To fall even deeper in love with Timothy, the handsome prince-prophet. I want to worship him for 2 hours and 46 minutes, just like his followers. Be intimidated by Stellan, the blob-dictator and his albino people. It really gets me, every single time they casually slaughter a random servant. Lastly, I have learned to deeply appreciate the lack of dialogue, variety of sand, cool helicopters, gigantic worms and serious facial expressions.
7/10
Part 1 was better
HypnoticPoison78 March 2024
So, I cried. So the special effects were amazing. So the worm scene made me squeal. So the role I had been begging Denis to give to Anya Taylor Joy was exactly what I imagined, wanted and everything I hoped and dreamed...aside from wanting more of her.

Well...I'm not sure I can get over the plot changes of the book, although they're probably a better story. I'm really devastated about the direction they took Chani compared to the books. I knew something was up when they kept warning you in interviews before the movie, but this was ridiculous and just plain sad. And why make Jessica seem evil so suddenly? Why make Stilgar seem like a mockery of his character both in the first movie and in the book? This almost felt like someone else directed it or changed their perception of Dune's meaning very quickly. It felt very w o k e.

I suppose the biggest letdown were the first scenes with Paul and Chani together. The cheesy porno music was a HORRIBLE choice for those scenes and could have been so much more romantic or creative. I didn't think they should have spent so much time making such a mockery of religion (even as an atheist lol), when the stories aren't just planted stories, they're actually true. Even if they're made to be true, it's still real. The audience laughed so much at the Fremen, I was insulted for them.

Was it good? Yes. Will I see it 100 more times like Part I? No. I'll probably only see it like 10 more times.
9/10
"Dune Part 2: A Cinematic Masterpiece Unfolds"
andyxqt6 March 2024
"Dune Part 2" is a cinematic marvel that surpasses all expectations. From the moment the film begins, it transports the audience to a mesmerizing world filled with political intrigue, complex characters, and awe-inspiring landscapes. The continuation of Paul Atreides' journey is expertly crafted, drawing viewers deeper into the rich tapestry of Frank Herbert's universe.

Director Denis Villeneuve's masterful vision is evident in every frame, with breathtaking visuals and meticulous attention to detail. The performances by the talented cast, led by Timothée Chalamet, are nothing short of extraordinary, breathing life into their characters and adding layers of depth to the narrative.

What truly sets "Dune Part 2" apart is its ability to seamlessly blend action, drama, and philosophy into a cohesive and thought-provoking story. The film delves into themes of power, destiny, and the consequences of one's choices, leaving a lasting impact on the audience.

In conclusion, "Dune Part 2" is undeniably a masterpiece of a film. It not only honors the source material but also pushes the boundaries of what can be achieved in cinema. Whether you're a fan of science fiction or simply appreciate exceptional filmmaking, this is a must-see experience that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
10/10
I love all the characters!
resurgamphoenix3 March 2024
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Visualisation and sound mix is dope. Storytelling is smooth. All characters are so strong and they play the best cards in their hand. No weak characters at all. You will be impressed by the transformation of Lady Jessica. Before the movie got released, I was concerned that the main storyline will be diluted by involving in the new characters. However, after I watched the movie, the new characters (like the emperor and his daughter) shine in their own way and add more spices to the main storyline. What is pity is that I hope the war part can be a bit longer, and the fight between Paul and his cousin can be more intense.
7/10
A little too much Hollywood
baumbach-868246 March 2024
The first movie was a great mix of explaining things and keeping things mysterious.

In this second part there were too many desperate jokes for my liking that maybe weren't even intended as jokes, Zendayas "acting" consists of looking like a 12 year old who didn't get her ice cream which annoyed me very fast (looking like a 12 year old who didn't get entertained better) and Paul as well as his mother were presented much more one-dimensional than in the first one. His mom forgot apparently that she is his mom and straight up turns to her carreer. Or at least that's how it's depicted.

The trailer unfortunately also robbed me of some WOW-moments but that's partly my fault. Even with avoiding trailers usually it was impossible to not see a great scene as it just popped up anywhere and everywhere, sometimes without warning.
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8/10
It is worth seeing, but you definitely need to understand the movie
laurakenna77728 March 2024
Is very hard, and will always be extremely hard to be better than the first movie put out back in the 80s. I still prefer the original, but in some cases, it's just almost impossible to beat the original but this one did come close. You have to make sure you understand dune and you have to make sure you see the previous part. It will help you tremendously to either read the book or see the original made in the 80s. You need to be able to understand who all the characters are, the names of all the different planets, and what their reasoning is for having this war. Back in the 80s, the movie theater actually gave you three sheets of regular size paper, which contained the definitions of all the planets, the people, and every single thing that had a meaning in the movie, so without having that what I called dictionary or reference, it is very difficult for, someone never seeing the earlier parts . But the actors were awesome, I can't wait to see the third part.
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7/10
Visually stunning, with a critical flaw.
michaelahmed-089559 March 2024
This movie was epic, and the music and visuals where amazing. I truly enjoyed almost all the movie, seeing dune come to life is a dream come true for many fans. Unfortunately the character of Chani was changed to much from the original. Omissions and changes for flow make sense, but this was purposeful and intended to change an important character. Maybe the director will go paint in a cell phone on the Mona Lisa to modernize it next. I am afraid that I am now out on his vision and will pay no attention to any future movies from him. He was taking care of a modern masterpiece and dropped the ball.
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6/10
Best movie visually in a long time, story didn't move me
jaebert-620693 March 2024
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The effects and cinematography was amazing. It was visually flawless. The sandworm attacking at the climax was absolutely amazing.

The story had much to be desired. I kept waiting to be moved by the storyline, but it never happened. There just wasn't anything to connect me to the main characters. Dune 1 we were connected by the lose of his father and his people. We wanted to see Paul get his revenge, but somehow that got lost and didn't translate to Dune two.

The time line jumps around and too often I was wondering how we got to one moment from the next.

The dialog was hard to follow and I wasn't sure what was the motive of Paul most of the time.

The end when we were supposed to be satisfied by Paul and the fremens victory just seemed to miss the mark. Most memorable franchises move you emotionally and you are along for the ride, but not this movie.
7/10
the growing pains part of the story
magguilmot9 March 2024
The coming of age is hardly finished but well on the road at the end of this movie.

I liked its hypnonic and slow quality and possible new perspectives, no matter how I dislike the idea of cults in the future even on imaginary planets. It's a metaphor come from the past, long before Ben Laden biting us in the ass reinterpreted by Villeneuve.

And it can be whatever it is for you, that's the beauty of it. It is familiar in some ways..And there is hope, whether or not you believe in salvation or not. Our young hero, for some anti-hero tries his luck at changing things despite haunting nightmares of carnage.

Hypnotic and slow is also hard on the eyes and boring : the force of the desert comes a little too hard. No visual rest. Your eyes won't turn elecrtic blue and the story is compelling enough for a last chapter.
10/10
No joke, it really is a 10
ronmart-349134 March 2024
I've used IMDB since 1993, but haven't taken time to review a movie until now. This movie is so awesome it deserves people to take the time and give it a 10. Phenomenal sound, outstanding cinematography, the best acting and an incredible story all come together for the best movie experience in the last 5 years!

If you've been hoping for a good movie during this incredible drought full of terrible movies, I give you Dune: Part Two.

The story is great but the execution of the book is outstanding and the costumes and attention to detail hasn't been this good since the Lord of the Ring series. We finally have a proper blockbuster movie worthy of your time.

I can't wait to watch it again as I was mesmerized by this movie and was sad that it ended despite it being nearly 3 hours!
10/10
Best Sci-fi... Best Movie Ever
landonluyt2 March 2024
This action packed thriller will put you on the edge of your seat. Chalamet will leave you completely amazed with his character. He provides a need for more - action packed - Dune movies. Zendaya, not a side character like the previous movie. She captivates the screen with emotion and drive through her character. Austin Butler will leave you with your mouth agape. No villain has been this impactful since Darth Vader. The fear will take control of you. Action packed is not the correct word to describe it. The scale and score of Dune : Part Two will never be topped. Buckle your seatbelts when you're preparing to watch this film. It will be the greatest movie you'll ever see. Not Sci-fi movie. But the best movie ever.
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9/10
Dune++
tgregoryknox4 March 2024
I quickly became a fan of Dune after a buddy of mine told me to give the Dune (1984) movie a watch. My first - uneducated - response to him was "It reminds me of a Star Wars ripoff." He quickly got me up to speed on the history of Dune and I read the first book. I became hooked.

When Dune: Part One first came out I had to watch it on IMAX first. I've since watched it over a dozen times. An epic movie that I feel did a great job of sticking to the book while also moving around some elements for cinematic effect and to not overload the audiences with all of the characters of Dune.

Dune: Part Two also did a great job of sticking to the book and really hyped up the battle scenes. The characters, for the most part, also gained a lot more depth and building in this second movie.

A part of me wishes I knew nothing of the books to watch the films as they unfold. Since I already know what happens I'm not as surprised where things end up. It'd be like going into Star Wars already knowing Vader is Luke's father. Still a fantastic movie, but you lose some of the "woah!" factor.

Regardless, I really enjoyed the movie and I've already preordered it. And I plan on watching it a dozen times as well.
8/10
I liked the first part more. I hope the finale of the trilogy will be legendary!!!
berestov3 March 2024
The budget of the film is small and I thought that there would be not enough action on the screen for such timing and cast. And so it turned out.

+- active events take place in the last half hour of the film, and until that moment the characters communicate with each other and small skirmishes occur.

It would be more interesting to watch this as an already filmed trilogy like the Lord of the Rings, and wait 2-3 years between such films, where the beginning of the next one expires from the end of the previous one.

Therefore, instead of waiting for the release of the second part on the web, it is better to immediately wait for the last third part and arrange a miracle day dedicated to this amazing universe.
8/10
Manage your expectations. Very Good film but I think i was a victim of Hype.
RoiFokkka1 March 2024
I really enjoyed the movie however the compressing of time and scenes during Paul's assent in the desert felt to rushed. I couldnt help but think this story would have worked MUCH better as a tv series spread out over 2 seasons.

If they really focused more on Jessica gaining power in the south, Paul turning into a leader in the North and Feyd's take over of Giedi Prime the end would have been so much more powerful. Florence Pugh, who i would argue is the best actor is given such a flat role and Austin Butler (who i think is the worst actor of the central cast) steals the show.

Most of all i think i was a victim of the hype. Constantly hearing "best sci-fi film of all time" and even one of the "best films of all time" really set unrealistic expectations even as nest i tried to tune it out.
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8/10
Glorious sci-fi spectacle with great actors, also subverting the Hero's Journey in an interesting way
bwkuettel5 March 2024
The magnificent Dune saga continues in this eagerly anticipated second chapter from visionary filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, one of the best directors working today. Dune Part One ended with heir to House Atreides, Paul (Timotheé Chalamet) and his mother Jess (Rebecca Ferguson) joining the nomadic Fremen people on the desert planet of Arrakis in exile from the tyrannical, villainous Harkonens who had betrayed and murdered most of Paul's Royal family to gain control of the sought after "spice", found only on Arrakis, which makes it possible for longer lifespans in human beings, fuel for ships, and other important uses.

Part Two sees Paul coming into his own and leading the Fremen to war against the Harkonens. The complex novel is boiled down into Hamlet in space essentially, though that's still an oversimplification. Paul and his mother as well go through very interesting changes amid complications in his destiny as a messianic figure. It's always appreciated in this day and age to see the tried and true hero's journey subverted a bit in a big blockbuster sci-fi/fantasy epic.

There's a cold and alien nature of all these proceedings, but the spell gradually works on the viewer and the humanity pretty much comes through. The art design and special effects are top notch, and you'll love it if you're really into desert environments and the color tan. Somewhat surprisingly, Part One I think had more variety to the visuals. I was surprised Part Two ended in a similar way and was expecting more of a finality, but there's obviously plenty of story progression and so much visual goodness to experience.

Part One was basically perfect until the conclusion petered out, and this one ends in a more rousing way, but similarly in the sense of feeling like there should be more. There are further Dune books and maybe the first one didn't end with finality, but with Part One adapting the first half and this the second, I would have expected more of an ending, especially since a third film will be years away. The Dune saga might have benefited from being adapted in a Game of Thrones style show. It's also kind of too bad how many sci-fi/fantasy stories have been influenced by Dune that a modern adaptation now feels a bit familiar as a result.

Dune Part Two glides along, showing glimpses of this universe but not able to show as much as it would have if it had the openness of a series, abiding by movie language and structure to focus on Arrakis and a not totally convincing love story between Paul and a Fremen women, Chani (Zendaya) while he rises up as a warrior and embraces his destiny as their savior. Chalamet is a skinny, modern looking guy but pulls off being intimidating toward the end and really embodying Paul's darker turn, a truly gifted actor.

While I like my science fiction more colorful and varied, the brutalist architecture and stark imagery of the desert world is fully realized and looks incredibly realistic and authentic, just like Villeneuve's fantastic previous sci-fi films. A glimpse at the Harkonen planet was a treat too. Dune Part Two isn't perfect or much of a war film as it was advertised to be, but it's a spectacle to behold and one of the best science fiction films in years.
10/10
Best movie I've ever seen
martinkoitmae-0092529 February 2024
This might be the best movie I've ever seen. It had everything - great music, good storyline and simply mind-blowing visuals. First DUNE movie was absolutely phenomenal and this sequel was at least as good (in my opinion even better). This is a movie you have to watch on a big screen, no doubt about that - go for IMAX if you can. DUNE 2 is on par with legendary film series like LOTR, Harry Potter, Star Wars and many more. I can already say that this movie will win at least 3-4 oscars. The movie was almost 3 hours long but it didn't bother me at all, I'd even say that I didn't want it to end at all. I would highly recommend re-watching the first DUNE movie before seeing the sequel as well - it makes the experience even more epic!
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6/10
DECENT
alzubairzim3 March 2024
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The dialogue portions are not up to the mark. The fremen part feels dry while the harkonen parts seemed interesting. It lacked the any philosophical depth the book is famous for i guess (i mean not explored throughly). The source material has the respect for the fremen regilious beliefs while also criticising their fantism but in the film it's not balanced well at all.

It felt dry perhaps because there was no progress in the elements we were watching! For example, how you summon worm. Okay, we get it . You don't have to show how to summon the over and over without addition of a new angle or adding something to it. The future foreseeing parts just close up shots which seemed pretty dull.

Also missed the feeling of being in a place of high temperature there was lots of dust though 😪. Didn't like the BGM that much felt like the same scores has been repurposed and reused from the first movie. The last 40-50 minutes is so good though 👌👌👌. Perfect 🤓.
5/10
Another exterrestrial documentary after Avatar 2
ronjan10 March 2024
Really disappointed. Poor screenplay, super slow, plodding. Great setpieces and sound not make a good movie. The 165 minutes running length could have been easily cut down to 100 minutes.

How does a galactic emperor not have any credible firepower. Almost felt like my school drama team acting on stage and yes, I did sleep through some of them too.

Please watch on OTT and don't throw your hard earned money away.

Will definitely watch Dune 3 on OTT, not hurting my head again.

Filling characters below to complete the review, and this might be a more VFM thing to do than watching Dune.

EOM EOM.
9/10
Power over belief, is power over all
aleffengineer5 March 2024
Dune 2 captures the essence of the universal dilemmas addressed by Frank Herbert, such as power, responsibility, revenge, and choices, drawing parallels with timeless human experiences. The film, centered on the concept of 'power', develops a cyclical script that anticipates Paul's deep connection with Arrakis, fluctuating between messianism and authoritarianism.

Denis Villeneuve, who recently expressed in an interview his disdain for dialogue in films, delivers a powerful script that provokes reflections on messianism and establishes parallels with the current context and political figures. The first half of the movie delves into the dilemma of power and responsibility, presenting Paul as a heroic figure, deeply aware of the historical oppression suffered by the Fremen.

In the second half, the transition of Paul Atreides from a Messiah to a conqueror emerges as one of the most intriguing and complex aspects of the plot. This journey, filled with nuances, reflects the tension between destiny and choice, as well as the ethical and moral implications of his decisions. As Paul takes on his role and exercises his power, his trajectory becomes darker, transforming his messianic leadership into a stance of a military conqueror. Thus, the Fremen, previously exploited by outsiders for their planet and resources, now see their faith being manipulated. In this context, faith reveals itself as the true source of power manipulated by Paul, who reassumes his role not as a Fremen, but as a Duke, reinforcing the cyclical structure of the narrative.

Paul's rise to power unveils a harsh truth: power corrupts, and the line between the pursuit of justice and authoritarianism becomes blurred. Paul Atreides, oscillating between veneration and fear, becomes a fascinating character study on leadership and sacrifice.
5/10
Visually neat but lacks heart, logic and fun
martincody1 March 2024
Not all movies have to be fun, but this is pretty short of enjoyment. The visuals are solid, the costumes are decent, the sets are great! There is too much CGI, especially when connected with the issue of not much weight to the actions of anyone. I do always like to have someone to cheer for and support; I didn't find anyone to get behind until Josh Brolin came back from the dead. Is anyone a good person? Dune likely should be a series, not a feature film. Acting was mostly flat and predictable, along with the whole plot. I haven't read the books, but these feel like a picture insert for the book series, more than stand alone films. I don't hate that and good for Denis getting the funding for these movies to just be book artwork.
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9/10
Best movie in recent years.
bcrona-262171 March 2024
The movie is a more impressive, more exciting and deeper production than the first part. Give it 9 out of 10.

The acting, visual effects, music and atmosphere in the movie are amazing. Paul's evolution is perfectly demonstrated by Timothée Chalamet.

The visual effects deliver a breathtaking rendering of Arrakis' desert landscapes, giant worms, and battle scenes. You can smell the scent of a spice behind curtain.

Music adds soul to the film with the mastery of Hans Zimmer. The atmosphere is to keep tension and emotion at a high level throughout the film.

While the film's script remains faithful to the book, it also offers some differences. While some changes make the film better, others do not fit the spirit of the book. However, I can honestly say that the changes made do not harm the film at all.

Dune: Part Two is one of the masterpieces of science fiction cinema. It's the best movie I've seen in nearly 15 years. Maybe Oppenheimer.

Nah, this movie is better.
8/10
Amazing
jeswin_211 March 2024
When filmmaking gets up for a respectable comeback, being creative and beautiful, you get a product like Dune 2. This film is a masterclass in vfx, sound design, cinematography with good direction and some intense editing.

The film closely follows the events of the first film, depicting the journey of Paul Atreides as he becomes part of the Fremen culture uniting with them as they go to war for Arrakis.

The movie surpasses the first film in almost every aspect technically. The overall pacing felt a bit slow but wasn't draggy like the first and complimented the atmosphere of the film well. The movie builds tension from the start and peaks strongly towards the end, it has more action than part one. There is some lacking in the emotional resonance from some of the characters but it expands on the lore, develops the main characters and introduces new ones.

The visuals were absolutely stunning. This alone sparks a collision of action and adventure in this film astronomically. The camera work constructs a world that gives a deep sense of realism. Almost every frame in this film is detailed and captivating. It's a must watch in 4K Atmos and there are several recommending this to be experienced in IMAX.

The score was mesmerizing, clamorous in nature with satisfying highs and lows. Hans Zimmer's smart and vibrant composition adds a lot of weight to the film. The sound was incredible especially of the weaponry. One of the standout elements of this film is its quiet moments which bring strong emotions, pause time before metaphoric events enhanced by remarkable soundtracks and rich cinematography.

Most of the characters were acceptably written. Chalament is real, Butler tries to steal the show with Zendaya, Rebecca, Skarsgard, Pugh, Walken, Bardem, Brolin all doing their parts well.

Denis Villeneuve excels. He's so good in making big budget epics such as these as there are only a handful of filmmakers today that can handle this genre as skillfully as he can. Blade Runner 2049, Arrival are some of his peak filmmaking and Dune 2 comes real close to fulfillment. Raw image and sound. That's what he delivers.

Dune 2 is one of the most spectacular and entertaining sci-fi sequels of the 21st century. For fantasy sci-fi fans this one's a near masterpiece. Among many, Hollywood is known for making sequels most of which are average at best. Times have been changing with films now producing worthy sequels and this is one of them.
10/10
Finally something I was looking forward to with excitement
filiplangermb1 March 2024
I must start with confession that this movie was finally something I was waiting for and longing for for some time. It seemed to me that Hollywood was only able to produce movies based on standard scheme to provide audience with average movies that can make enough money for the studios. Dune 2 finally gave me what I was hoping for. I wasn't able to take my eyes off the screen. Movie, storyline, actors and SOUND were all astonishing and breathtaking. I felt like I was part of the movie. I regret only that Christopher Walken wasn't given more time and space in the movie and that battles were epic, nevertheless short and solved and won within few moments. Even with these "scars on face" I must say I enjoyed this movie very much and plan to see it again. Btw. Stilgar played by Bardem was very enjoyable character.
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10/10
A Flawless Masterpiece
kakuliberk23 March 2024
Describing a movie as flawless might seem foolish, yet for "Dune: Part Two," such a claim is apt. Simply put, this film embodies flawlessness.

Dune embodies the essence of every sci-fi epic, and beyond. It sets the standard every movie should aspire to reach, for I, in awe, endured 166 minutes, as did the entire theater, captivated by its sheer brilliance.

Denis Villeneuve is truly passionate about his work, and it shines through on screen. He ensures that every detail, from cinematography to choreography, is crafted with an extraordinary level of care and attention.

Throughout its riveting 166-minute runtime, I was never once distracted. It only grew more captivating with each passing moment, and oh, that second half - it was, quite simply, the most astonishing thing I've witnessed in years.

Every member of the cast delivered stellar performance's, contributing to the film's excellence. Special commendation goes to Austin Butler, Stellan Skarsgård, Josh Brolin, and Javier Bardem for their outstanding contributions, which, in my view, elevated the movie to new heights of cinematic achievement.

"Dune" boasts awe-inspiring makeup, costumes, art direction, and performances that dare to redefine cinematic excellence. As we eagerly anticipate "Dune: Part Two," it's clear this saga will boldly etch its legacy as a fearless masterpiece, thanks in no small part to the daring vision of Greig Fraser.

While it's still in theaters, catch it on IMAX. Trust me, it's an experience you won't soon forget - the cinematic event of the decade.

10/10.
10/10
One great political sci-fi ever
petevarath3 March 2024
It is a movie with somewhat predictable plot in the main theme, YET numerous bits and pieces move you! It inspires you. There are many breathtaking scenes. Things were zoomed in and out which makes you understand the emotions in details and also enjoy a whole scene respectively. Also, it shows how religion can be a boon and also a catalyst for certain political moves. The war scene wasn't dragged for too long. Some might say it's too quick, but I say it was just right. There was no need to extend it further if all strategies got done right and bring you victory as expected. Hands down one of the legendary blockbusters.
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9/10
A mere masterpiece
dhehbyfcb29 February 2024
Such a quality not seen since Nolan's work, Denis once again proved his mystic ability to bring forth sci-fi in such ways rendering one's mind dwelling within the movie itself. Watching this movie in a format other than IMAX is deemed a crime and insult to the strenuous work of M. Villeneuve. Hats off to Austin Butler a performance mirroring that of great actors such as Heath Ledger. And the cast provided us with a determination to the success of perhaps the best sci-fi movie of the year. Frank Herbert universe needs no praise for the compelling story and lack of flaws and the spoken Bene Gesserit.
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10/10
Incredible
My husband and I went to see it on opening week. I'm not a huge fan of Sifi films however he wanted to see it. It's a very long film however, not 1 part of this film was slow, boring, frustrating, nothing. It was absolutely outstanding. I was completely blown away. Not only was it incredibly visually beautiful but the story, acting, costumes, even the CGI just incredible. I would happily go and see this film again. I am looking forward to part 3 that's for sure. I just hope it can live up to the quality of part 2. I guess we will have to wait and see for that one but absolutely a must see film!
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10/10
Masterpiece
joshuaridley20 March 2024
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This film is visual poetry, you just have to see to appreciate. You just never one it to end sound is something people my take for granted in a film or maybe not think about but from the sound track to the explanations and the deadly environment around you it just felt so real, I loved the seriousnsss of this movie it was do or die and left you fully emursed. All the new characters were brilliant the development of the story is fantastic couldn't have asked for more other than being gready and wanting more, if I had to pick something negative maybe the big fight seen could have done with an extra 15 minutes to be more detailed and should the real strategy involved but honestly probably just me wanting more. Beautiful!
7/10
Good solid sequel, but missed potential.
david_divm8 March 2024
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I came out slightly disappointed on the film. Not because it is bad, at all. It is a solid film, a good sci fi movie, entertaining and rewatchable. However, I have these points in my mind that make wonder: why is that happening? How is that working?

If you watched Dune part 1 it masterfully adapts the first half of Dune novel. It is not perfect either, but I believe it is way better and will age much better than the sequel.

The second part starts where the first one finished, but takes another 2h to build to the final climax. They are 2 very entertaining hours, to be honest, and the story isn't bad. However, it felt like many of the elements he build during the first film and tried to build in this second were falling apart by the end.

What was a justificable lack of logical thought in small skirmishes and a traitorous attack in the first film fighting scenes becomes all too obvious in the second part, to the point that most of the fight or strategy is kind of pointless and becomes evidently a trade off between temporal entertaining and good scripting. Sadly the first one is favored. For example:

  • Why do they do close range attacks in the spice harvester machines and then bomb it from afar?


  • Why didn't were shelled with artillery and attacked heavily from the beginning by the Harkonnen?


  • And the final battle is tactically stupid, considering you are an intergalactic empire... they don't have air support? They put all their men together at the entry of their fortress? How the Great Houses came to Haroknned in a matter of hours? I know the book is similar in some of the fighting decisions and logic, but things are explained and have more logic (with a more solid backstory). In the film, there are several plot holes. And the final battle barely felt like anything. There wasn't any challenge, any tension, any difficulty...


In any case, the lack of logic in fight scenes was probably a minor fault. My main complain would be sacrificing the depth of Paul's evolution as a character to have Chani (Zendaya's character) take a bigger role. The story wasn't lacking female characters (Paul's mother, Jessica, is very well developed and fleshed out), and the emotion between Paul and Chani doesn't really resonate, it doesn't really feel like it has any chemistry, the mistery we felt they had between then in the first film is gone in sake of modernizing Chani's character and doesn't really work. This takes also time from Paul's evolution, that ends up feeling rushed and incoherent, and less interesting that it should be.

I understand they wanted to give the Fremen more of a personal voice, and specially to Chani, as a unique version of an opressed people and not being a fanatical one at it. But precisely because you are taking the focus away from the collective aspect and trying to add more nuances to it, that at some points feels forced, everything becomes diluted and less meaningful. When you have the Fremen separated between fanatical and unbelivers, and that happening to identify with old males for the first group and young female and males for the second one, without giving a reason why, it kind feels like a forced identification with current social issues that don't really make that much sense in the fictional world that they are showing us.

Currently Chani feels like too overbearing without much to tell (how many shots of her with an angry face have we seen by the end of the film?), and takes much needed time away from Paul's development (yes, he is still the main character, remember?), from the Emperor (which doesn't feel like he has any importance at all), from the Fremen in general (it would've been great having mor of Stilgar, that is acted really well and that could give the public more insight into the Fremen), the Harkonnen (that besides the arena scene, are mostly treated as incompetent) or the rest of the politics that a galatic empire would have (and that are well written in the book) and would give much more cohesion to the whole narrative.

I felt they had a good base with the book to create something incredible, and indeed at some points they did streamlined and polished what the book had, but in other they really didn't improve it, but made it worse. This could be better with a Director's Cut, adding more time and scenes to Paul, the Fremen and the Harkonnen, the politics..
5/10
A Movie to turn off your brain
ersatzteilmarkt29 March 2024
A lot of the other reviews are probably fake to keep up the rating.

The movie is shallow it is not going into details about characters and background of them.

Almost after every scene you have unanswered questions in which you think "Am I to stupid" for this movie?

There is no timeline but the books would require this to understand the story.

The scenery in the desert is also nothing special and the black white scene in the Arena is also missing a lot of graphical details.

It gave a impression of a dream scene not of a real world.

The Worms are gliding usually in the sand, if they ride the worms they say on top.

Disappointing, very Disappointing.
9/10
Excellent
cmnkfgftz5 March 2024
Villeneuve knocks this one out the park proving again he is probably the best director working in science fiction

The only reason I knocked this down from a 10 is my knowledge of the book - not sure I am entirely on board with the changes to Chani

Austin Butler and Javier Bardem steal the show - Chalomet genuinely surprised me by showing the range needed to portray the soon to be dictator Paul

See this on the biggest screen possible as the battle of Arrakeen is epic cinema and the cinematography is gorgeous

Special FX are absolutely outstanding as well - my faith in Hollywood has been slightly restored.
10/10
The Wow you've missed in a theatre.
justmcmanus5 March 2024
Saw at a Regal RPX, and after I was told they only sell the popcorn buckets at AMC, I had new time on my hands so actually went in.

Glad I did! Had that holy smokes how are they doing this feeling I haven't had since I was 13 watching Jurassic Park in the theatre. It's been 25 years since they have been able to show some really new exciting aspects of film making, this creativity is just wow.

Not the 13yo feelings I thought I was getting into tonight but still just left the theatre sweaty, excited and in a relaxed state of euphoria. Also can't wait to go back for round 2 immediately.

Go see this on the biggest screen you can.
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10/10
Should Permanently Be in IMAX
ianjonesprofessional4 April 2024
This is arguably the best sci-fi movie of all time. Can't think of a span with more than 2 minutes of downtime. From start to finish you are completely immersed in a new world with mesmerizing imagery, and unbelievable score, and amazing dialogue. Dune 2 should stay in IMAX for as long as possible. It is a truly amazing experience and worth every penny to see in theaters. If you somehow come across this review and are debating seeing Dune 2 at a movie theater or waiting for it to come to a streaming service like HBO, PLEASE PLEASE GO SEE IT AT YOUR NEAREST IMAX. You will not be disappointed. Long Live Lisan al Gaib!
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6/10
More subtitles than Godzilla minus one
rotten-potatoes6 March 2024
The subtitles killed the movie for me. The romance was a buzzkill for me too. It's long and 3 out of the 4 of us fell asleep. The music was loud too, guess I'm too old.

And all of that contradicts the action in the film, because boy was there a lot. It was a substantial amount of explosions, fights, battles etc throughout the film.

The movie was more dancing with wolves and less Star Wars to me. I loved the first movie. Watched the original 1980s version the first chance I had after completing the 2020 film. But this latest film was ok. Im not a fan of the book so I guess I am biased.

I will watch this again on streaming, and I am sure I will enjoy it more via that platform.
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8/10
a better example of how to make an adaptation
utku_kamil_ozen4 March 2024
The part one of this movie had come out during the worst times of covid and I wasn't able to watch it in a theater and I didn't watch it later, on streaming, either. That's why I don't feel super comfortable reviewing this movie, but I couldn't resist to make a few comments, especially about how to make adaptations.

When it comes to make a movie based on someone else's vision, a filmmaker needs to be very careful where he/she has room for creative license and where he/she hasn't. If something that was written in the story looks comical on screen, that might mean the filmmaker is having difficulty understanding the writer's vision, or it might just mean that that particular thing doesn't look good on screen. Either way, I am a proponent of excluding these sort of parts, as long as it's not something crucial to the original story and the artist's vision. Of course, there are better examples of adaptations, perfect ones, like The Lord of The Rings movies. The reason I wanted to bring it up in the context of this movie in particular is because there is a contrast to this film, in the form of that old David Lynch movie. People hate me for dissing that movie and I agree that there are some interesting stuff in it, but it is nowhere near redeeming that movie. And one can also argue that Villeneuve's movie is crafted for a mainstream audience, that can also be true, but that is not an excuse for making a comical movie in my opinion, to avoid satisfying a mainstream audience, by itself, should not be the goal, nor does it justify making a comical movie...

Dune: Part Two is a visually good, coherent movie. I don't think it's a masterpiece as many people claim, but it's a really good movie. I can understand the difficulties of explaining some of the concepts from the book to a mainstream audience, most of which hasn't read the book. It should have been a trilogy in my opinion, with more scenes of the characters like the Emperor, Feyd and I think Count Fenring was missing altogether, though I am not sure, maybe he was in the first one? Anyways, it wasn't perfect, as I said, but it didn't make a mockery of the novel. Also, keep in mind that this review is from the viewpoint of someone who hasn't seen the part one.
3/10
Too much sound, too much noise, too little story
kaagemusha2 March 2024
They should have let dune 1 die its own little death. It was a nice movie. Just nice. Nothing great. Not a mad max fury road; nor blade runner 2049. Just a nice little movie that did its tricks.

Taking it to a sequel was mistake number 1.

Adding unnecessary sound effects and OTT CGI, wasting Javier Bardem, and creating unwanted storylines that ended as abruptly as they began (sample - half baked romance, half baked enmity with Na-baron, half cooked context to one becoming reverend mother etc etc ), has killed the movie, and my respect for Denis.

He should know when to stop.

I had to come back and watch 30 minutes of blade runner only to detox.
8/10
My 8/10 rating might be a little on the low side here's why.
griplegend13 March 2024
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The pacing and love story was a bit annoying for me. Particularly the scenes which felt like you're watching a teen love story at times. Retrospectively, since I watched this a week or so ago, they still do annoy me and it hurt's the rewatch I reckon. I feel as though the scenes are just filler for what's to come. It does make sense but I don't know that having the love story, and having so many scenes dedicated to it is really necessary for the audience to understand their relationship. There are better ways of doing this.

For me to give this film a 10/10 there would need to be better, more visual and thought provoking interest in the scenes where they are with each other, for the first half of the film it feels like it's just about two teens in love. The entire first half of dune can feel a little slim on content because of the focus on these two. The last half makes up for it, to be clear. No doubt the lack of dialog at times is a great thing..But I still wish... anywho. 8/10.

Will do a rewatch. The beauty of this film is it feels like you're in the cinemas for ages. Halfway through I didn't want to ever leave the cinema. Feels like a 5 hour film, but you get out and it's only been 3 hours! Amazing. My other gripes however is sometimes the camera cuts a little earlier than expected for a particular scene in the first half of the film. I think this was intentional rather than lazy editing, but who knows. It's a clever use of the budget to both have slim content in first half of the film then cut scenes early and to make the viewer feel like the story is always moving... you think "oh wait we're not done looking here" then it's already cut to the next scene. It's just different. I kind of like it.
9/10
So close
gthreap-112 March 2024
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Amazing follow up the the first installment, so well paced and I was genuinely emotionally moved during Paul's speach, really deserves a 10 but Zendaya just falls short, I love her, don't get me wrong, she's just not right for Chani, my opinion of course. Aside from Zendaya, Austin Butler owned Feyd, I was ready to be disapointed but he was perfect, I'm sure everyone who has watched both movies now like me thinks Javier Bardem is absolutely owning Stilgar, every scene he is in is next level. Christopher Walken as the Emperor, genius! I need to see this film again and soon, just so much to digest, this is sci fi next level.
7/10
MISSED IT BY THAT MUCH (semi spoilers)
ajramsey-229304 March 2024
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I loved part 1, but expected more from this movie. While it maintains the excellent atmosphere and almost everyone does a fine job acting, there are a few inexplicable story changes that hurt this movie:

No navigators. Really? The reason Dune is the most important planet in the universe, and you can't be bothered to put them in the movie? Not cool.

No weirding training. This is the main thing that makes Paul so important to the Fremen, and it's completely left out. Why?

Chani dumps Paul. WTF? This is exactly the opposite of the book. How are they going to have the Leto boys be born for part 3 with this nonsense?

Zendaya. She alternates between looking unreasonably angry and way too goofy. Seriously, why does she get roles? Also, this is the second character she has robbed of red hair, MJ being the first. Un-effing-forgivable.

I wanted to like this more, and maybe I will after watching it again, but it just missed the mark.

-1 for absence of navigators -1 for weirding training omission -.5 for Chani turning on Paul -.5 for miscasting Chani

Final grade: 7.
8/10
Lisan Al Gaib is definitely ringing in my ears hours after watching the movie
arshiyasibia29 March 2024
I am admittedly not someone who has read the books or even watched the Dune until the sequel was released. However, the trailer Dune 2 looked enticing and the hype compelled me to watch both in a span of a week. Definitely a better experience watching in the theatre. Felt a bit long but that's perhaps because where I live we don't get intermission.

Nevertheless they did a good job of compressing a lot in 3 hours without burdening the viewer with too many details.

Good character build up for Paul and the Bene Gesserit. Perhaps, more could be explained on why they believed a holy war was needed or we'll see that in Dune 3. Still a bit confused as to why House Atreidis had to fall - they were, after all, loyal and sincere in their allegiance to the king. Harkonnen would be more of a threat since they could turn against the emperor given their nature. I know the Bene influenced the emperor for this but still unclear as to why they were a threat.

I guess Dune 3 will "show the way".
8/10
Power Filmmaking, with the Occasional Lack of Spice
DavidOrpheus4 March 2024
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Dune: Part II picks up immediately where the first film ended. It's a straight continuation of Part I and therefore doesn't necessarily have a standout identity of its own (like a Star Wars, or Harry Potter film), which is a perfect approach to it given that both films are basically two halves of one book.

It's an epic follow-up, a mastery of filmmaking, imagery, ambience, sound and all sorts of technicalities. You can't help but feel mesmerised by what you are seeing and hearing, and its sense of wonder is unmatched when compared to most films nowadays.

The acting in general is superb - but more on that later. The film feels a bit sluggish at times though, and maybe it could have been shortened for pacing purposes. One of Dune - Part II's biggest drawbacks is the lacklustre chemistry between Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, which makes the Paul/Chani dynamic not very interesting or believable. In fact, Zendaya gives an extremely wooden performance and is clearly outacted by everyone else. She brings down the scenes she is in and her acting seems like it would be more appropriate in a teen flick than in the epic story that is being told here; she lacks nuance, versatility and presence and one wonders if she was cast mainly due to appeal to her social media followers as opposed to any acting prowess. It's not as apparent in the first film as she barely does have anything to do there, but here it's painstakingly obvious and Villeneuve mistankingly focussed much of the second film on her, and she isn't able to carry it. Chalamet is very good, but he sounds at times perhaps too american (same for Zendaya), as if you could pinpoint where he comes from, thus breaking the illusion a bit - it would have been great if a dialect coach had been hired to neutralise their accents, speech patterns and inflections a bit.

Aesthetically the film is top notch, though Florence Pugh's looks are a bit questionable at times, especially the first one as it looks more like she is in New York Fashion Week than in an alien world. On the other hand, everything about Feyd-Rautha is fantastic and his scene in the arena is hypnotic, rivalling the iconic one in Gladiator. However, his final clash with Paul Atreides at the end of the film isn't that much better than the one in the 1984 film, and you can't help but think that it could have been more climatic given everything else that preceded it.

Dune: Part II proves again that Dennis Villeneuve is one of the best filmmakers ever and after Arrival, Blade Runner 2049, Dune: Part I and now Part II back to back you can't help but anxiously wait for whatever it is he comes up with next!

Part I is slightly better mostly due to pacing and perhaps the part of the story being told, but there is no doubt that Dune: Part II is unmissable and one of the greatest sci-fi films of all-time.
10/10
"Dune Part Two" A Cinematic Masterpiece
Rahat_Mahmud0075 March 2024
A Perfect Sci-fi work of art. A complete & perfect cinema made for all the movie lover. Absolutely magnificent. The storyline is told more generously, simple understanding of the intertwining politics, the adaptation is a smooth transition. The cinematography is excitingly adventurous and brave wrapping the contours sand dune, the storm and how travelling and riding on massive sand worms can be similar to surfing in the Ocean. The sheer love and magic that is so palpable in every scene. But finally and most importantly the vision and sang froid of villeneuve to make everything work so perfectly and so him.....
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10/10
The best SciFy Movie in a decade
kevre1 March 2024
Visually stuning, a true masterpiece.

Anyone rating this movie anything under 10 needs to be admitted.

The movie was almost 3 hours long but I didn't want it to end. Absolutly brillant. The acting the storyline.

I remember Dune 1984 being one of my favorite movie as a kid and then discovering the books after and then the video games. This movie honors them all and it's so rare for a movie to honor the books it was based of.

The soundtrack, like the part 1, is a masterpiece.

I never wrote a review on here before, but my goodness I left the theater feeling like my life was empty now. I need to see it again.

I sure hope they will release an extended cut.
10/10
I think the audience's applause is not deceiving
b_hlodurway9 March 2024
This is a movie made for the big screen, so that some viewers who have not watched IMAX or other special formats will be too entangled in other things, but I can only say that this movie can only become complete on the big screen.

I bought a magazine when I was in high school. In it, I first saw the ill-fated IP Dune and its director Denis Villeneuve. They said he was a director who had never made a bad movie, so I went to see Blade Runner 2049, Arrival and Sicario. I haven't read the Dune novels, so I try to put myself into those who are fans of the novels, the same way I put myself into someone from the last century watching Star Wars. Turns out, Denis Villeneuve, thank you for making Dune.
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7/10
Much better than the 1st instalment
tim_d32 March 2024
Bony Timothée Chalamet continues being adopted by the tribe, he talks love with the tribe woman. It is all a bit superficial and awkward.

Also Paul (Timothée Chalamet) taking on some hulky opponents, despite being very skinny and meek.

Ultimately , skinny Chalamet story seems to be about revenge for his house, which was a bit lame I have to say, after the movie made it clear. And love, yes let's not forget the 'shoved down our throats' love aspects of the movie, between Zendaya and Chalamet. Oof, It becomes corny at this stage.

The Harkonnen scenes are great, I didn't expect them to go into their homeworld but the movie does it. And it is very interesting. But again, I found it odd having the old ladies clan being portrayed as pulling all the strings in the background. Something just doesnt click when it is portrayed on screen.

Also, the movie is very long, but good enough edited that you want to complete it.

They made Bautista meek and pathetic this time around , why on earth? He is a great actor who deserves better.

Also the visual spectacle and action scenes in the desert are pretty entertaining. It feels different from the first part of Dune. For the better.

Overall it's A TON better than the first instalment. But its 'corniness' of the author of Dune and the book is showing through. Hope this helps anyone who.
10/10
Go IMAX
mndmfdkfq8 March 2024
One of the biggest regrets ever not spending the money on seeing this in a brilliant cinema - honestly, the worse part about this film was I had a sore arse. Its one of the first films this length that I think fully warrants the time. It really felt like watching the dark night for the first time, when I left the cinema, i'd been on arakis - it was one of the most immersive films i've ever seen, and i was as impressed with visuals as i was when i first saw avatar - nowadays i find it so hard to be impressed by visuals when you can play things like RDR2 and Cyberpunk - but this didn't feel like it had special FX - I was watching another reality.

Seriously, a broke 23 year old is telling you to pay the money for a comfy imax.
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Things in the world you have to scream about
sym511 March 2024
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I haven't read any Herbert. And based on other film adaptions I think he writes carbage and has bad social manners. From this standpoint I would cherish the possibility that the whole Dune would get a remake and modernization. I belive in the critics who say the Part 2 would be better if it followed the book. But the way I would want to think it, is that the movie fails because in the beginning of Part 2 it has characters Paul, Chani, Feyd and Irulan given. It pretends to be a fresh breed of a story for theese characters but it has to make them reach a point at the end that is common with the books (or atleast common in regards to who is alive). Paul is supposed to be too humane to be at the center of any conflict. Chani is not supposed to have a crush on him. Irulan is supposed to be part of the Bene Gesserit network. And Feyd is supposed to be one alternative BG-savior. Theese last two people only appear briefly before the last third. After that they just drop their mics. In a real movie if you are a character then you could say in the end that the final scene was that scene because your character made it so. Paul and Chani cross over to their plot positions using a flight suit rather than arythmic sand dance.

In addition to this the later half of the story is was now made, or was left full, of all kinds of moronic mistakes and just irrational behaviour. Emperor makes nothing but bad moves in his life, because this movie claims that if you have the best army in the universe, then its use is prohibited to the point it has no purpose (there is no purpose for it to still be this weak). They also tried to say that the emperor eliminiated Leto because popular Leto was actually weak (I think people who read all the books make some sense of this if they accept anachronicism type of violation). If that is his worry then supposedly if he thought Leto was as brutal as him, then he'd totally give up the emperorship to him while still alive?

For the finale, it's probably right that Paul and Feyd both had the best weapon teachers of the universe and they never had any other job but to train. In the movie it looks though that the result is solved by men who fought one real opponent in their life. Paul almost the same, because it didn't get on film when he knifed someone actually prepared. In that scene everyone in the room thought the emperor should have chosen Rabban to fight. He could just hug Paul to death.

I don't think Herbert's messiah story actually contains any kind of religious element. More likely, if there is a promise that a desert is turned into ocean, then in this universe that is something that every child can explain through science (and normal spice jargon). And every fremen child has been able to explain it even when the planet was called Dune. Only one in the darkness of mere belief seems to be the audience. So if there is a person who has the political and material power to do that then he might not need particular signs to predict his coming. Or any person with that power would be equally acceptable. And especially it would not warrant that you need to scream when you see him. Because this person hasn't said, 'please scream my name, or there won't be a water planet for you'. Of course in this movie version all human men scream the things they represent all the time anyway. When it is called normal. It is the BG's who seem to do totally random things and with no end in sight. Making sure that Arrakis becomes an ocean (and looses its spice?) is one thing. But does it take 5 books to read before something like BG geneology's purpose is told (invented out of air)? If you don't happen to have money for 5 more movies, then you might aswell mention this thing already at the first ones.

Dune movies have to make Paul change 'some' (as much as the movie makers want I'd say) at the time when he drinks the water of life. At this point however we stop being told about the full actual picture he sees. So from this point forward we never really know what his problem with people, or life in general, is. Movies that can in theory show things like visions in the same manner as the character would have them, are in a bad turmoil here. It is usually bad to have a main character who is omniscient in the first book and knows the end of the 10th book in your series. Unless your books aren't focused on anything that unravels but on what is it like when it does. I think it's a big mess of a textual/filmed underachiving that the only thing Paul gets to know from the experience with an entire planet spice shaker, is actually just the family ties he has with Harkonnen. In our Part 2 this is underlined a little, because of all the missing material. The movie also shows a device that happens to be a genetic lock system. This makes the viewer think that the universe just doesn't have any people in it who would like to know things, and who like finding them out. Like: 'I got the enemy leader's DNA on my knife tip, anyone wan't to know how old he is going to live?'

I thought the movie had probably found an exit from the vision dilemma: when Paul describes them, the camera is shooting at his hand and finger movements. Not sure yet, but theese are maybe his actual hand gestures in the last moment of the duel (in duel the camera wont show his hands during their movement but only in the last position, so this is always just an open guess for the first parts). Meaning, he's never really going to look at things other than something that can save his frivolous life, but this is only for action.

War that the fremen undergo is completely romanticised, although I hear imbecil art analysts comparing it to terrorist actions of our times. Also they didn't explain why one of the northern villages is suddenly in a war with the Harkonnen. Although they weren't fighting anyone a moment ago. It was in the previous film, where the baron said that every fremen should die. But it was not even certain that it meant any operations on anyone but the city-fremens.

Action in the Part 2 is worse than Part 1. One scene makes you think if the makers decided to film what is a failed sand attack, screwed before it started. And this was because over 20 years ago one was filmatized so good that they don't know how to improve it. (Here the makers probably think their scene is more realistic because there is no attack on infantry on a world where enemy is always mechanized. But at the same times it falls to the category of describing only parts of a realistic war.) Fremen start using ray guns and flying-squirrel smart bombs. Shields are totally neglected for most part of the movie. But when you get used to it that there aren't any, then there aren't ranged weapons anymore for the final battle. There are many battles where instead of all the ranged weaponry, it would have been cool and appropriate if the fremen used simple cable and climbing equipment, in various stunts. The only way they could call this a serious big budget Dune film would be to kill one sand worm and drop its parts down from 100 meters. The Movie also has lots of dust or smoke sometimes. It's given for the enemy and doesn't feel like anything but cheap, and dumb on their part.

I think what first made Paul stand out on the field from fremens was he knew more about knifing through shields than most of them.

A victory after a victory after a miracle is also a weird story arc.

Music in both Dunes was really only good at being overwhelming or threatning. In the Part 2, they did find out they can make a sleepy desert song into to a scifi desert song however.
10/10
No Spoilers Review!
soblue-399193 March 2024
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First of all I highly recommend you watch part 1 again as a refresher because part 2 takes off exactly where part 1 finishes, secondly & most importantly DUNE Part 2 was a Masterpiece like no other OMG!! Very impressive on a Massive Scale! By all means go see it you won't be disappointed!👍👍 Well Written, I love how plot builds from the first Movie, Once he realizes what his Visions are He becomes self aware of his purpose & what he must do! Boy Look out this is where things get very Dramatic & The Actions take off! You will be Fully engaged for one Hell of a Ride!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
6/10
Epic but empty
chrismairangas9 March 2024
I'll precursor this by saying 1) I have not read the books 2) I am a huge Denis Villeneuve fan 3) I found part one underwhelming.

While I find there to be many issues with this film, perhaps its biggest weakness imo is that I hold no emotional connection with any of the characters, despite the film's lengthy runtime. The protagonist's mother is written as incredibly annoying, the villains are underused, Florence Pugh's character has 0 likability and acts simply as a story device. Bardem's character is OK and funny at times and Brolin doesn't have a standout moment. Zendaya's character is the sole exception to this, who is the beating heart of the film.

At times, I also felt that Chalamet, despite being an amazing actor, is perhaps miscast, though having not read the material, I cannot comment further on this.

The pacing felt off, as it stays too long in places it shouldn't, while sacrificing moments that could linger longer. This coming from a person that enjoys long epics and slow burn films. The movie looks outstanding though feels closer to a connection of rushed story beats. The direction it takes with the main character also does not feel earned.

Perhaps the second biggest issue is that I do not totally buy into the world that has been created. It feels large but empty and lacking character. Almost too clean and strange for the sake of it. Style over substance. We stay for most of the time in one or two places which doesn't help. There were also some weird choice of cuts and jumps in scenes that hampered the flow of the film.

With that said, there are a couple of epic moments that stood out, which are 1) the whole Zendaya bazooka scene and 2) the giant worm riding.

Overall, the film is enjoyable. However without engaging characters, a believable world, and pacing issues, the film falls short of greatness, perhaps way short.
9/10
Visually spectacular, breathtaking BGM. This is what cinema is all about.
pavelhossain-788631 March 2024
Dune: Part Two sets a new gold standard for excellence within the realm of sci-fi filmmaking, seamlessly continuing the narrative brilliance established by its predecessor. With its awe-inspiring visual landscapes that transport viewers to distant worlds, a meticulously crafted storyline that delves deeper into the intricate universe of Frank Herbert's creation, and performances from the cast that are nothing short of extraordinary, this cinematic opus stands as a testament to the power of storytelling on the grandest scale, solidifying its place in cinematic history as a true masterpiece that will be revered for generations to come.
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10/10
DUNE : PART TWO ( PURE IMAGE AND SOUND )
vivekch-814611 March 2024
This movie is meant a lot to me and cinema fans I think so this movie is a beauty of sound and image and the great Han Zimmer soundtrack.

The action scenes were pretty good. As a dune book fan I want to thank to Denis Villeneuve to make such beautiful and best sci-fi movie.

The movie absolute masterpiece compare to dune part one . Part two is pretty damn good and also outstanding performance by Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Florence Pugh And Austin butler my beauty he is over the top in the movie and justify his character and no need say about Javier and josh Brolin and Rebecca Ferguson acting. The movie was fabulous and should watch it.
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10/10
Masterpiece!
heleenct19 March 2024
I was absolutely blown away by this film. It's a cinematic masterpiece for It's time. It cannot be compared to the 1st one which was genius in It's own way. What I did right this time, is that I watched it in the Imax theatre (WOW).

It has to be seen on the extra big screen with phenomenal sound, if not then also ok but it's the only way you can truly submersive yourself in the finer details of this film. The sound, the acting, the soundtrack, the landscape, the score, the story.

It is a work of art! Denis Villeneuve, the true genius that he is, created a masterpiece! In every aspect. What a privilege to watch.
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10/10
Amazing Movie
woodethx3 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two" emerges as a cinematic tour de force, encapsulating the essence of Frank Herbert's classic with an execution that can only be described as visually and auditorially mesmerizing. Director Denis Villeneuve's vision transcends the confines of traditional science fiction, elevating this film into a realm of unparalleled immersion, where the desolate beauty of Arrakis and the intricate complexities of Herbert's universe are brought to life with staggering clarity and emotional depth.

The visuals in "Dune: Part Two" are nothing short of breathtaking. Villeneuve, along with cinematographer Greig Fraser, crafts a visual palette that is as vast and sweeping as the dunes themselves. Each frame is a meticulously designed masterpiece, capturing the stark beauty of the desert landscape, the opulence of the imperial court, and the visceral intensity of the Fremen's struggle. The use of practical effects, augmented by judicious CGI, creates a tactile realism that grounds the story's fantastical elements in a palpable reality. The sweeping shots of Arrakis's desert, the intricate designs of the spaceships and technology, and the hauntingly beautiful Sietches of the Fremen are rendered with such detail and care that they become characters in their own right.

Hans Zimmer's score complements the visuals to create an immersive experience that is truly extraordinary. His music for "Dune: Part Two" is both haunting and evocative, weaving traditional Middle Eastern motifs with futuristic synths to underscore the film's themes of destiny, power, and transformation. The score ebbs and flows with the narrative, amplifying the emotional resonance of key moments, from the thunderous clashes of battle to the intimate whispers of prophecy. Zimmer's ability to capture the soul of Herbert's universe in his compositions adds a layer of depth to the film that transcends the visual spectacle, ensnaring the audience in a sensory embrace that is both exhilarating and deeply moving.

For fans of the original novels, "Dune: Part Two" offers a nuanced interpretation of Paul Atreides' journey that both honors and challenges Herbert's intentions. In the books, particularly in "Dune Messiah," Herbert sought to subvert the traditional hero's journey by presenting Paul as a deeply flawed figure, whose rise to power brings about not salvation but suffering. This film bravely embraces that complexity, depicting Paul not as the unblemished hero many have come to expect but as a young man grappling with the weight of prophecy, the seductions of power, and the moral ambiguities of his actions.

This portrayal of Paul is a bold narrative choice, reflecting a deeper understanding of Herbert's critique of the hero myth. By emphasizing Paul's darker impulses and the consequences of his decisions, "Dune: Part Two" challenges viewers to reconsider their perceptions of leadership, heroism, and destiny. It's a testament to Timothée Chalamet's performance that Paul remains a compelling, if increasingly troubled, protagonist. Chalamet captures the internal conflict of a character caught between destiny and desire, bringing a nuanced depth to Paul that is both captivating and unsettling.

The decision to delve into the darker aspects of Paul's character aligns with Herbert's own reflections on the misinterpretation of "Dune." Herbert was concerned that readers glorified Paul as a hero, missing the cautionary tale of power and its pitfalls. This film rectifies that, presenting a vision of Paul that is more in line with Herbert's intentions, and in doing so, enriches the narrative with complexity and ambiguity.

"Dune: Part Two" is a masterful continuation of Villeneuve's adaptation, a film that not only captures the grandeur and majesty of Herbert's universe but also engages with its most challenging themes. The combination of stunning visuals, a captivating score, and a willingness to explore the moral complexities of its protagonist makes this film a remarkable achievement. It's a cinematic experience that not only entertains but also invites reflection on the nature of power, heroism, and the human condition, solidifying its place as a landmark in science fiction filmmaking.
4/10
Disappointing Sequel: Dune Part Two
Cnfessa12 March 2024
As someone who wasn't particularly enamored with the first Dune installment, I had hoped that Part Two would offer a more coherent and engaging experience. Unfortunately, my expectations were not met, as the sequel proved to be just as convoluted and inaccessible as its predecessor.

One of the biggest issues with Dune Part Two is its overwhelming reliance on complex lore and exposition. While I understand that the Dune universe is rich with detail, the film bombards viewers with so much information that it becomes difficult to follow the plot or connect with the characters on any meaningful level.

The pacing of the film is also a major stumbling block. Scenes drag on for what feels like an eternity, only to be followed by abrupt shifts in tone and narrative focus. This lack of cohesion makes it challenging to stay engaged with the story, leading to frequent moments of boredom and frustration.

Furthermore, the performances from the cast, while commendable in their effort, fail to elevate the material. It's clear that the actors are doing their best with the material they've been given, but ultimately, their talents are wasted on characters who lack depth or development.

Visually, Dune Part Two is a mixed bag. While some of the special effects are impressive, others feel cheap and unconvincing. The overall aesthetic of the film is bleak and unappealing, making it difficult to find anything visually stimulating or memorable.

In conclusion, Dune Part Two is a disappointing sequel that fails to improve upon the shortcomings of its predecessor. Unless you're a die-hard fan of the franchise, I believe this is Completely overrated and very boring on its way.

First time ever in my life before even finishing my family left audience for this one...
10/10
Best Sci-Fi at the moment
phyominkhaing-1772320 March 2024
I did not expect this much for the sequel as we all know almost all the sequels are not really great. But, this one is totally different.

The cinematography, the plot, the character development, the visuals are just perfect.

Timothee is perfect for Paul. Zendaya slayed the role and most of all, Lady Jessica ate all the crumps. I have never seen the character that is so perfect like that.

It's so much better if you guys can experience this film on cinemas. My experience out there watching it on cinema is one of a true kind of cinematic experience.

So I recommend all of you to go and enjoy this one while you still have opportunity.
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10/10
A Cinematic Masterpiece! - Hollywood needs more movies made like this.
johnnymillerus9 March 2024
If you have watched Dune; Part 1 then you must do yourself a favor and watch this spectacular movie, Dune; Part 2. You will not regret it!

This movie will hook and grab your attention from the beginning. Dune; Part 2 delivers on promises made from the first movie and has you gripped all the way to the end.

Everyone that has worked on this movie should be incredibly proud of what they have accomplished! The director's vision, scope and style for the Dune movies are nothing but glorious and beautiful. The cinematography done suits it so perfectly to capture its scale and tone.

A must watch!

10.
7/10
Great Visual Spectacle, loose story telling
flickeringscreens13 March 2024
The visual and auditory spectacle is brilliant. But dune is about the journey of self realization. The central core of Dune is around the sleeper must awaken dialogue which is not captured in both parts. Only David Lynch's movie captures that essence.

I would urge everyone to watch David Lynch version before this.

Also, some scenes are very anticlimatic. Certain characters have been downpoured into something they are not as seen in part one. Some scenes have been elongated way too much and some scenes requiring more context have been cut short.

Dune book series is an epic. An epic needs nurturing of all characters. Even if the movie is nurturing only the central character, the essence of the character is missing.
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10/10
Masterpiece like nothing you ever seen.
damianglen-322864 March 2024
This is a masterpiece plain and simple. This movie reaches the heights of Original Star wars trilogy and Game of Thrones at it's peak. This is the movie we needed after an awful streak of Movie flops. Dune part 1 was a great movie but this sequel is like Dark knight to Batman begins. It will blow you away completely.

The story,visuals, soundtrack and world building are like nothing you ever seen and the twist kept on coming, I honestly didn't know what was going to happen next.

If you haven't seen it yet make sure you watch in IMAX beacuse the effects won't be like anything you experienced. This is the best trilogy since Lord of the Rings hands down. I'm so glad we got to experience such a masterpiece.

Excited for Part 3 and waiting for an epic conclusion to Paul Atreides story.
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1/10
Abysmal
roulerooster9 March 2024
The bleakest, noisiest film I have ever seen. A film completely devoid of humour.

The plot is some flimsy guff about religious fanatics and power mad, greedy, violent people.

If that all sounds familiar to the real world, don't worry, complete suspension of disbelief is definitely required throughout.

The characterisation is poor, the lighting is poor, the dialogue is poor.

The soundtrack is the biggest dirge in human history.

Half the time I didn't know what was going on and all of the time I didn't care.

Absolute dire, slow, boring nonsense.

The acting and effects are all very good but if this is Oscar material it is a sad indictment for the human race.
10/10
A feast for the senses
morellenfeuer-045632 March 2024
Great movie made for big cinemas with good sound.

The immersion is uncredible and even after 3 hours I don't want to leave that world.

The cast is one of the best I ever seen, each character with outstanding performance.

Instead of flashlight storm the soundtrack takes you in this futuristic world.

As a fan of the books it was since Lord of the rings again a perfect realization of the book, which comes very close to my head cinema when reading the books.

The images echoed in my head for a long time, this imho exactly for what cinema is made. It is definitely a film in my personal top-10.

Looking excited forward for the 3rd part.
8/10
Woza what a show
tylercurtisq5 March 2024
I have to say, I really enjoyed all the cinematic elements of the is movie. From the great score, as always expected from Zimmer, to the amazing cinematography, this is definitely what movie theaters were made for. Every part was packed with detail and obviously had a lot of time put into it. However, this movie should definitely been seen through the lens of a tragedy as the plot and characters are quite depressing at times. No Disney happy ending here, but it's not what this movie is supposed to be. It's most similar to Macbeth in my opinion so it has quite the macabre tone. Other than that, most everyone would enjoy it for its great artistry.
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This is what people love nowadays?
millerian-027974 March 2024
What are we doing here where this is considered a masterpiece by so many people? The direction from Villeneuve is incompetent at best, and terrible at worst. Nonexistent blocking and framing, distractingly bad CGI and use of green screen, why do movies look like this at this budget level? 20 minutes of creativity and weirdness does not make up for 120 minutes of boredom and stitled performances. Austin Butler should have been the entire film. Who cares if this is a good adaptation when it isn't even a good film? Digital filmmaking is a disdain on film history, what an ugly ugly film. Another overlong, bloated, uninteresting, poorly made big budget film that millions of dummies will trick themselves into liking because they only have terrible Netflix shows in their memories.
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10/10
Masterpiece
fedearmando13 March 2024
One of the best movie theater experiences of my life. Visually and stylistically amongst the best films I've seen. Powerful narrative, powerful character arcs, powerful sound design. The large battle scenes were grand unlike anything I've seen, and the one on one fights have great choreography with intense storytelling delivered through the fighting. There's an unprecedented intensity to some scenes and moments. On the other hand, the character scenes are intimate and deeply felt. Zendaya, Timothy Chalamet, Austin Butler and Javier Bardem are amazing. The introduction of Freyd-Rautha is masterful, and the opening scene of the film also is.
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8/10
A Triumphant Symphony of Sci-Fi Spectacle
Alphadogathome1 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part Two" transcends its predecessor, delivering a visually stunning and emotionally resonant exploration of power, prophecy, and the human condition. Building upon the world-building established in Part One, the film delves deeper into the intricate political landscape of Arrakis, showcasing both the beauty and brutality of the desert planet.

Timothée Chalamet continues to impress as Paul Atreides, his portrayal capturing the character's burgeoning leadership and internal conflicts with nuance and depth. Rebecca Ferguson shines as Lady Jessica, showcasing her fierce loyalty and unwavering determination. The supporting cast delivers equally strong performances, with standout moments from Josh Brolin, Javier Bardem, and Zendaya.

The film's pacing is deliberate, allowing viewers to fully immerse themselves in the intricate plot and richly developed characters. While some may find it slower than Part One, the deliberate build-up culminates in a series of breathtaking action sequences that are both visually awe-inspiring and emotionally impactful.

The visual effects are truly phenomenal, pushing the boundaries of cinematic technology. From the vast sand seas of Arrakis to the majestic sandworms, every frame is a visual feast. The score, once again by Hans Zimmer, perfectly complements the visuals, heightening the film's emotional core.

While "Dune: Part Two" may not be a perfect film, it is a significant achievement in filmmaking. It is a thought-provoking and visually stunning spectacle that will stay with you long after the credits roll. While the ending leaves room for further exploration, it also provides a satisfying resolution to the central arc of this chapter.
8/10
Good technically. Terrible script!
shaodonna8 March 2024
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I really live the atheistic style. Wonderful scenery, tremendous music... BUT TOO MUCH loopholes in storyline! I have no idea why Paul changes his mind after drinking the holy water! And the romantic relation between the main characters is totally pale. The "villains" in the movie are dumb. Everything's too easy for Paul which makes it unattractive at all! Just wanna have a better story catering to the wonderful special effects and clothing... May be next part can be better and make more explanations.

I admit I have my preference of these breathtaking scenes in the dessert. They really create a fantastic world.
7/10
Good but not great
messiraks3 March 2024
Just watched the movie.

The visuals and music were top notch. Story was good(i haven't read the book , so can't compare)

Tbh some time jumps felt out of place.

The ending was good but i think we could have gotten more battle elements and I felt it short.

Overall I would rate it 7.5 /10

It's worth watching in the big screen especially the visuals are so amazing it felt like there were actually planets like Arrakis

Cast:

Timothy gave one hell of a performance Zendaya have a good performance too Rebecca instilled fear with her acting Austin butler was good but could have hd more scenes Javier acted "as it was written"

Rest of the cast acted well too.
9/10
This is what peak scifi looks like
dcao-614313 March 2024
Takes all the flaws of the first film and improves on all them. This movie is just great in every way.

The cinematography is so powerful and mesmerising. From the vast, windswept deserts of Arrakis to the towering spires of the imperial city, every frame of "Dune 2" just goes to show Villeneuve's directive skill and storytelling.

Not only does he conjure these breathtaking landscapes, the intricacy and attention to detail is so well done.

The scene where Paul rides his first sandworm is just wow.

The plotline deviates somewhat from the source material but does not lose any of its nuance and flow - the plot intertwines in really interesting ways which are not convoluting to follow and so well set.

On top of all this you have Hans Zimmer. The score is so powerful and it really enhances everything.

The movie is so good. Go watch it in imax.
9/10
Astonishing second part of the Dune world
Mehmet_Kay15 March 2024
Because of the first movie i read the first book of dune. I bought all the other books too, in order to dive in into the world of dune. The second part of dune was astonishing to me. The cast, the characters play all a vital role in the story and are potrayed according to the book, as much as possible. Although i wished more depth to the potrayal of fremen, i have to say, that the plotline and storytelling were easy to follow. I think the cast is so good, that you keep watching the movie, in order to get to know, what will happen in the end. The editing is great, because the pictures aren't too long nor to short. Everything seems to be kept in balance.
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4/10
The whole movie happens in slow motion
infoimdb-351563 March 2024
Once you realize that the movie is happening in slow motion, you can't un-see it:

Slowly pan over beautiful landscape, close-up of someone's face. Talk. Very. Slowly. One. Word ..... at a time. Pan out. BWAAAAP/loud noise, next scene, rinse and repeat, stir in the occasional action scene.

There are a lot of dialog scenes in this movie, but not much is said. I understand that the book is both thick and dense, so showing everything in slow motion seems an odd choice. I honestly think, if you watch this at home, you could watch it at 2x speed and it might be a decent way to spend an hour and 15 minutes.

The battle scenes were also kinda dumb. This is ~8000 years in the future, inter-galactic space flight exists, planes, helicopters, nuclear warheads, guns, lazers, bazookas and more all exist, yet people decide to go to battle as if it's the middle ages - fighting with knives! You don't need to be a messiah to realize that you could bring guns to a knife fight. I'll give them poetic liscense on this one and perhaps we can write it off to the aesthetics, but it did make some of the scenes a little laughable once you realize what's going on. Maybe they explain this in the book?

I did not enjoy Dune 1 for much the same reasons, but so many people were saying this one was better. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me! I will not be fooled a third time!
10/10
Inspired, unique, revolutionary
jerryseeds11 March 2024
The greatest Sci-fi movie of this generation. Saw it in the Imax and was completely blown away. Visually stunning. Soundtrack and and audio effects are supreme, shattering, ethereal. Hans Zimmer nailed it. I had to piss half the movie and didn't dare get up. This is what I've been waiting for. It's everything I wanted in a epic blockbuster all rolled into one. Dennis nailed it.... I can't wait to see what comes in part 3 but this will be extremely hard to top. The acting is perfect...I'm really at a loss for words. If you have any interest in Sci fi, even if your unfamiliar with dune, go see this in the IMAX. You won't forget it.
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8/10
Review: Dune Part 2
kichuraman1 March 2024
"Dune Part 2" continues the story in a captivating way, delving deep into the world and characters, exploring their culture and struggles. For the full experience, it's best enjoyed in theaters.

Surpassing its predecessor, it offers a gripping narrative with intense emotions. The portrayal of conflicts between empires and themes of love and loyalty is remarkable.

It's intricately explores the characters' struggles and triumphs, creating an immersive experience for viewers.

Overall, is a must-watch, matching the excellence of the first part. It delivers an unforgettable big-screen experience.
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7/10
A LOOSE Adaptation
unfortunatefan1 March 2024
Visually beautiful but unhappy with the changes from the source material. The performances were great especially Chalamet as Paul and Zendaya as Chani. Butler was also stunning as Feyd and one of the best fight scenes I've seen in a while. One major character completely left out with some very random mentions. A few other key characters left out are a bit more understandable with the time restraints. Not as much world building on the Fremen as I would've liked. Some characters felt completely different than the novel. The third act was rushed. You spend less time with Irulan and the Emperor in the books but somehow their presence felt skippable in the film. He was so close.
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10/10
Epic in every way
alexdare-111834 March 2024
Wow what a film. I haven't see a sequel better than the original since Empire Strikes back. From the cinematography, the score and stacked cast of actors this film was everything in one. There were a few times I was on the edge of my seat. And there were a few twists that I did not expect. The action scenes were perfectly executed and the visuals were amazing throughout. You can tell they trained hard on the choreography and took there time with this one. The acting was great and how they showcased each planet looked beautiful. The film also had a great story line that was easy to follow along. I am very excited to see how the trilogy will finish up.
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10/10
Amazed!
fribbi-205253 March 2024
This movie was probably one of all time best movie I've seen!!

A had high hopes for this movie and still it succeeded to be better than I expected.

Saw it just yesterday in the cinema and took my wife with me that usually doesn't like these kind of movies but she really loved it.

And she told me that now she needs to she the first Dune movie and number 3 when it comes out. Only that tells me how good it is.

I would though recommend to watch on a good tv with good sound system.

My take on the movie is just that it hits all of the things you wanna see in a SCI-FI movie.

So if you are a SCI-FI fan this movie will not disappoint you!

Just thank you director and actors for this wonderful, amazing movie!!
7/10
Disappointing ending
javakka29 February 2024
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I really enjoyed most of the movie, the action was fantastic, a lot of the elaborations to the world building made sense, and the worm riding scene got me screaming "Lisan al-Gaib" just as any other guy. But some things I loved in the first movie were pretty annoying here. For instance, I grew tired of everybody using the Voice on everybody, this just didn't produce the same effect as in the first part. And come on, the ending, really? Why introduce Alya at all when her role is reduced to that of a talking embryo? Even Lynch did her better justice. And why this series of rushed bald baddie executions? Did you need Part Three to wrap things up properly?
5/10
they should have stuck with Herbert's story
freddytrot6 March 2024
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Failures to adhere to Herbert's subtle effective storyline: Alia is not born by the time the emperor is defeated. Thus, she doesn't kill Baron H.

Shani does not have the twins nor is she pregnant with them.

The aspect of the hidden, poisoned blade in the fight with Rautha is central to that scene.

Paul does not manage his marriage of convenience to the Emperor's daughter, but drops Shani.

Shani is left to be the woman fighter alone (hopefully not pregnant) which is such a trending trope nowadays. Angry young woman of color, hitting the marketing demographics, ready for the next installment. Very salable, did the studio require those storyline changes ? Please. And PS Alia is a notably more interesting character than Shani, regardless of what color they both are. Make one blue and the other orange in episode 3.

What's missing is the subtlety of Herbert's story: the power of the story is precisely because of the mystical aspects of Jessica, Paul and Alia's characters. Because they take their BG training and background and use it freely outside of the constraints of the sociopolitical order, and thus are more powerful than that order. Paul is not a worldly Mahdi, but becomes a new type of human. Power is subtle, as is Herbert's story. This reduces it to a focus on material power, with brutality being defeated by butchery. Very salable given the tone of the times, but the tone of the times blows, and you had 2.5hrs to put the real story on the screen, which would have been a mind-broadening experience for the masses suffering under the tone of the times. Also, loud does not equal good, certainly as experienced in an enhanced audio theater. Great film is great visual art presenting a great story. Review camera stylo and remake it.
5/10
Great Sound and Cinematography
stevemason-598731 March 2024
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Love it that Dune is being done with better tools and more money however Denis Villeneuve is not David Lynch and has done a poor job covering some very important stuff, spending more time on less than important parts of the story and he's not explaining some of the important background necessary to understand what is happening. As I'm watching the new Dune I'm thinking what happened to the spice test for Paul, the background of the WORD as a weapon, missed out on much of Paul's training folding like a leaf, and where is the space folding leadership. These are only a few flaws due to Denis Villeneuve poor handling of the story. I guess in todays world of mediocrity this is a great job by Denis Villeneuve, I would strongly disagree. Plus now we have to wait 3 more years for the trilogy to finish up, NOT GOOD!
7/10
Weak leads, no laughs, no cries, nothing to care about.
Android3 March 2024
I've read a bit of the first one, but it's clear that it is unfilmable. No one leaving the theatre understood what was going on. Not really. And certainly No one cared. My family vaguely understood the plot, but no one really cared. Some great sci-fi imagery. But no one cared. No one laughed once in our big imax theatre. There might have been one "heh" from a guy. But No one cried. Not a sound from the audience. No oohs and ashes. Everyone just watched. Then left.

Compared to lord of the rings, full of character and joy and emotion this was hollow. Even blade runner 2024 ended with some emotion.

I think there's a fundamental issue when your leading man has no depth. No character, good looks but zero Charisma. (Even Ryan goslings replicant made you feel for him). Everyone acting around Chalamet was in a different league. Even mark hamill was believable as Luke skywalker. Timothy was a pretty face with nothing behind his generic line readings. Even Zendaya, who was almost as weak an actor, looked like a decent actor beside him.

There was nothing compelling in these films. The emperor has no clothes.
10/10
Excellent film
kingcampbell-8642213 March 2024
I could write a big long explanation but frankly, it's just the best time I've had at a theatre in a long time. This movie is excellent. It's a complete film. Acting, writing, action, drama, etc, etc. It's all there and top notch. I cannot wait for the third film. ...even though it looks like we'll have to for a little while. I plan on watching it a couple more times in theatre before it leaves. I loved the old Dune but I can honestly say it's one of the few remakes that I prefer to the original. I love the universe and I care about the characters. Which is something very rare these days. I hope this gets spin offs as well.
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10/10
great!
angelxpar5 March 2024
Sample review : This is what Hollywood needs. A great story with a great director/producer. After that the best thing a studio can do is get the hell out of the way and let artists create art.

Dune Part 2 is creative, beautiful, tragic, and mesmerizing. Never once did I get bored or anticipate what was going to happen next. I haven't read the book so I have nothing to compare it to.

Denis Villeneuve continues to amaze me with the effort he puts into each of his films. The acting in this film was top notch too. We saw it in IMAX and the sound was earth shattering. If you're gonna see this movie, see it on the largest screen possible.
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3/10
Very disappointed
miamccw28 February 2024
I'm shocked at how bad this was. Fair enough I had high expectations, seeing how the first one blew my mind, but this bad? Shocking. Costumes, CGI and actual actors were stunning, but the storyline / plot / believability of it all, absolutely rubbish. Like someone went to the knitting shop, bought lods og beautiful thread, and came home to realise they didn't know how to knit... Not good. I was going for more of the beautiful storyline and character development from the first film. Austin Butler did a great job, they all did, but they were given so little of suntance to work with. This could have been something great.
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8/10
Slow to Fast
svynronin13 March 2024
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"It's better to go slow in the right direction than to go fast in the wrong direction." Simon Sinek.

This movie is very different from the first movie. While it starts off with the same tone and pacing with Paul and his mom mixing with the Fremen people, it shifts to Paul leading the Fremen while his mom goes south to sew belief in Paul as their Messiah. Paul wins over the Fremen people and this is where the pacing and cut scenes become a bit of a mess. Parts of the movie pick up, while other parts move at a snails pace. Scenes of Paul and the Fremen people attacking the Harkonnens come and go so quickly that it becomes difficult to enjoy them. The background of the Harkonnen planet and the Baron's nephew are slow and seem unnecessary. Not sure an exposition on how terrible the Harkonnen and the Baron's nephew are necessary after we came to know them from the first movie. The movie then significantly speeds up and cut scenes are more rapid and short. This causes pacing issues. Once Paul heads south the movie becomes a bit of a mess. One scene he's on a worm heading south, then he's running into the temple drinking worm juice and becoming poisoned, then Chani flies in on an ornithopter, it happens so fast the audience may mistake it for one of his visions. Where did they get an ornithopter? When did Chani learn to fly one? Why is Paul running into the temple? The pacing and cutting is so fast it becomes rushed, which is directly opposite of the first half of the movie. The final battle happens so fast it's hard to enjoy it. It just becomes such a rushed mess that it almost feels like a cliff notes version of what really happens. There is little to no involvement of Paul and Chani at the end of the movie. It almost feels as if they should have done yet another movie to give us more action and backstory on Paul's relationship with his mother while in the south, and his relationship with Chani before the end. The revenge scenes fall flat due to the fast pacing and lack of build up. Overall a good movie but it starts slow, but then speeds up and moves away from character building, plot development, to rush to an end.
10/10
One of Earth's best.
uimhainnin5 March 2024
My heart is still feeling the beauty and pain after watching this transcendent film four days ago.

The tension between tragedy and beauty, pain and love... My heart is completely stolen by this world and the stories that it tells.

This movie has reached a territory that I couldn't imagine possible for film. I can't find much fault but rather shocked at finding the opposite.

There has never been another world cultivated cultivated to this degree.

There has never been a story told like this before.

This will surely remain in the heats and minds of all who witness.

This will go down as one of earths best.
9/10
Masterpiece, Hollywood is back from the dead!
brianmessinasarmiento5 March 2024
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This movie is just at another level. I haven't seen something like this in a long long time, probably since Lord of the rings or Star wars episode III. Great director, following and respecting the lore of the books like it should be standard with any story coming from a book.

I do think though that the action at the end goes very fast and maybe I wanted to enjoy more of the battle between Fremen and Sardaukar, I think Sardaukar deserved a better ending maybe something more epic. Coming from that amazing scene in the first movie that I still get goosebumps thinking about.. the throat chant while they perform they blood ritual in Salusa Secundus, one of the best scenes in history from my opinion.

This movie made me believe that Hollywood is not dead yet it came back from the ashes like a Fenix!
10/10
A new saga has been established
imdb-0983828 March 2024
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Dune: Part II is a film of superlatives, simply phenomenal. Introduced by the guttural spoken prayer of the Sardaukar priests familiar from the first part, the second scene once again leads into the vastness of the desert and the spherical sounds while watching the grains of sand flying over the desert ceiling herald the epic start of the following two and a half hours.

With Dune: Part II, the best in their field come together to film what is largely unfilmable. Added to this is Villeneuve and Zimmer's personal dedication to the original book and their close collaboration with Herbert's descendants. What's really brilliant is that the film succeeds in explaining the very complex history of the universe, which even in the books cannot be understood without a glossary, in such a way that the inexperienced viewer understands the plot coherently and the experienced viewer recognises the subtle allusions. The usual challenges of science fiction films are solved well, some questions are simply not allowed to be asked, as is typical of the genre (such as how to descend from Shai-Hulud - analogous to: Why didn't the eagles fly to Mordor?). Anyone who is petty here does not understand the metaphor of fantasy.

From the very first minute, you are captivated by this galaxy created by Herbert, which Villeneuve and Fraser (and many others) design with visual magnificence, supported by the inimitable acoustic support from Zimmer. The entire film crew pushed themselves to their limits, and sometimes you only recognise the masterly craftsmanship at second glance (my third cinema is at doorstep, still counting). Just to mention the infrared scene on Giedi Prime, the novel and different sounds of the various planets, the voice of Loire Cotler, the performance of the (real) actors in the (real) desert, the clever use of mass psychological rhetoric and the entire costume and set design.

The film is a holistic work of art whose atmosphere and pathos simply overwhelm me and either leave me speechless or elicit minutes of praise. But it could be a little longer, because so much is only hinted at.

Yet: My favourite film.
10/10
best movie since endgame
mdkm-4172412 March 2024
Watch it in imax.

I did my best to avoid the hype and went into this movie without watching a single trailer or reading a single review. I had no expectations going in other than what was set up by the first movie.

And it was the BEST experience i have had watching a movie since avengers endgame.

Yes it moved slowly, but the world building of the first movie set up an epic piece of sci fi that is part two. A unique movie with a great story, great characters, great acting, great action, great music, and great visuals. I have yet to meet someone who watched this movie and did not enjoy it. That being said, it is not be for everyone. But if you are a fan of sci fi, if you like a unique story, and you appreciate what makes a movie great, then this is for you.
7/10
Tense. Arid.
zarcos-018188 March 2024
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I'm not sure wether this film was meant to be unsettling and make the viewer uncomfortable.

If that was the objective, it sure delivers.

And I guess one should be feeling perturbed, due to the subject on hand, and the desert environment the story is set in.

Denis Villeneuve has made a master stroke here by rendering the desert life on screen, without the need to see much blazing sun, sweat and pain on the faces of characters.

But I do have to say that there were some missed marks here: when I saw Christopher Walken as the Emperor, I prayed to whoever that he wouldn't talk much, and I mean not more than three consecutive words. We've know him as the twisted baddy, the street smart wise guy.

He has no business playing an emperor! He can't talk like an emperor. He can only talk like a wise guy and it shows! Not a good choice here.

Javier Bardem was good in the first movie, but his acting wasn't believable in this second one. We've known him as a leader, and all of a sudden he's turned into a bigot from the 'south'. Somehow something missing in the play.

Overall, a good effort.
9/10
Great movie w/ three minor-ish complaints
daniel-dippel4 March 2024
Overall an incredible movie - Herbert would be proud. I feel as if I have been to Arrakis (more sweating would have been more natural lol) and Geidi Prime (Frank would have rewritten some of this world to match the movie!). Only three minor-ish complaints (which keeps it from being a 10/10). 1. The acceptance of Paul seemed hurried (needed another short scene or two - I realize adds a couple minutes to a long movie), 2. Some dialogue was a bit generic and too brief - could have just stated a little more eloquently from time to time, and 3. I really wanted to see the Spacing Guild and folding of space ("spice" is the backbone of everything and leaving it out feels odd... probably saving for next movie and budgetary reasons got cut from script). I do recommend reading the first book, Dune... but not horrible to do it after watching both movies (I rarely say this). Anyway, a big two thumbs up!
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10/10
Excellent film, but
bindhu-571553 March 2024
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I'm giving this film a 10 out of 10. I think both parts together amount to a 9.5 overall and I gave a 9 to part 1. But as a book fan I feel frustrated.

The film, as a film, is excellent. A true work of art that has everything we can ask of an epic movie: great characters, great plot, a satisfying conclusion, epic action scenes, mystical and ominous scenes, etc. On top of that, the visual aspect and the soundtrack are extraordinary. It's one of those movies that is at the same time a work of art and has mass appeal. Watch it in the best cinema you can because the cinema experience really is different from the TV experience at home.

As a book fan, though, I'm frustrated. I know Denis Villeneuve had an extremely difficult task. This book is notoriously difficult to adapt. And he was probably very frustrated by the things he had to leave out as well.

So I can't judge him harshly except on one thing: he refuses to make extended cuts. I understand that stance when it comes to normal movies but when adapting iconic books that stance is not tenable. And there's great precedent with the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Dune is an extraordinary film as such, but as an adaptation I can't say it's extraordinary. So I absolutely think he should work on extended cuts after finishing Dune Messiah.

Specifically I am frustrated by the absence of mentats, especially of Tufir Hawat, the absence of Count Fenring, and of the navigators. Not to mention many subplots and scenes but I understand time is limited. Most people are going to have a problem with Alia but I'm ok with what Villeneuve did because it's nearly impossible to adapt her well anyway. I thought what he did with Alia was ingenious and fascinating in its own way.

But I am especially frustrated with the portrayal of Lady Jessica. I was forgiving of Part 1's flaws in her portrayal but now that I've seen part 2 I'm actually disappointed with how she was basically made a villain in part 2. I understand the need to emphasise that the Bene Gesserit are the great manipulators of politics in Dune but Lady Jessica was also a rebel against the Bene Gesserit. She was more good than evil, much like Paul and his father. Yet in the movies she's too emotional in part 1 and too manipulative/villainous in part 2.

Finally, for the unpopular opinion. I understand not liking Zendaya, but I think people's dislike of her is blinding them to Chani's character. I thought she did have chemistry with Paul. I thought Villeneuve did a good job fleshing out Chani because she's a bit one dimensional in the books. I understood why she stormed out of the room at the end, she was publicly humiliated and hurt by Paul. However I thought the last scene was not the best to end on. It's understandable and supposed to represent not only Chani's personal pain, but also the pain of people who were rooting for Paul to be able to avoid the holy war and instead watch him transform into someone different. Yet it's not the best scene to end this epic on.

But overall I loved the movie, I can't wait for Dune Messiah, and I really hope Villeneuve changes his mind about extended cuts.
10/10
The best sequel since The Two towers
trevor_pisani4 March 2024
Best film I've seen in the cinema since LOTR Two Towers and Films like this are few and far between generation's. The only place you want to see this is in the cinema with a recliner seat, sit back and enjoy. The first instalment was Epic and the follow up is equal and start from where it left off and make you want more and more. Like a Games of Thrones from another universe. Exceptional cast with a story that keeps moving with its characters,which is very rare since box sets have t taken over by giving characters time to develop. The biggest compliment I can give is that it's up there with the original Star wars trilogy and the best sci - fi movie since. Can't wait for part 3.
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8/10
Cool sci-fi drama
niemjuuso1 March 2024
If you look for something to give you a break from (only God knows) how many rerun's of watching Star Wars trilogy, this movie can give you a rest. It's laser beams, intergalactic warfare and complicated dynastic relationships and scheming will easily fit into your weekend's movie night. Turn the sound on full volume, give it a big screen and enjoy! Only lightsabers are missing but oh well, you get saber fights anyway :)

This is well written drama, I enjoyed it and it fulfilled it's purpose. The interesting aspect of this movie and the series theme was how it takes inspiration from islam. The movie relies heavily on religious aspects as basically the whole movie is about the coming of messiah and salvation. At the same time, it doesn't fit at all to the movie and still somehow it makes the whole movie.

I saw this in movie theater which gave it extra points. I do not consider this movie worth of second watch. Good action anyways and I did not got bored.
9/10
One of the best cinematic experiences i have ever had.
rino62217 March 2024
This is one of the best cinema experiences I have ever had. When I watch modern films I am often turned off by the poorly thought-out story, contemporary political issues and extremely inappropriate humor and swearing. This is a film adaptation of a story that is unfamiliar to me. Well... they got a fan. It's not so much the story that impresses me, but the whole antourage surrounding it is phenomenal. The soundstage & music together in combination with everything on the screen is something you almost never see. This was a very special experience in the cinema. Extremely well done. I can't wait for the 3rd part!
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7/10
Overall it is good but the sequal cannot beat the Part 1
assyo1 March 2024
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Overall, its a good sequel. Not great but good. I found some issues with the sequel.

First, the pace of the movie is very slow. If I'm not a fan of the story, maybe I'll fall asleep in the middle of the movie. Secondly, the Saudakar look weak and less formidable in this sequel vs in the first movie. In the first movie, we can feel that Saudakar soldiers are very feared, unmatched in strength but in this sequel, the fermen make it look easy to kill them. I don't get it. In first movie you make them look strong but in the sequel they look weak. Third, the final battle between the fremen and the emperor seems ordinary and not epic, unlike the war in the first movie when atredis fight harkonen.

The sequel is good but it lacks the epicness of the first movie.
7/10
Slower paced, too talky but still a decent film
szovati13 March 2024
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A) I dont know why the felt necessary to stretch out what was shown in the original DUNE 1984 into a 2 part, 7-8 hour saga. Oh, wait. I DO know - MONEY! So, this thing is going to be milked to the very last drop.

B) For a revenge film, they couldve added more action or battle scenes but instead the film chooses to talk.

C) The Baron from DUNE 1984 blows this one away and so did the original emperor played by José Ferrer ( he LOOKED more like an emperor, Walken looks like he wandered in from the Ben Hur film stage) Then again all of Lynchs actors had character & style.

D) The film, again, has its great visuals although the ending seemed rushed. - the final battle was over in about a minute.

E) Zendaya is the stand out for me - I am no fan whatsoever of her and I thought she was just gonna drag the movie down as the love interest. She plays a really solid freman.

So, overall is it a good movie? Yes, compared to the garbage that has been put out since 2020. Would I pay to see it in the theater? Yes, at almost 3 hours you'll get your moneys worth.
9/10
Story brought to a close (for me)
aprillsharper4 March 2024
Though there were disappointing elements to the movie (Fayd was too dark for my liking) I was gripped through the entire movie and it was true to the book.

It was an enjoyable watch and followed on from Dune Part 1, bringing the story through to my expected conclusion. Part 3 will be new to me and interesting.

There are interesting elements - but no spoilers here!

I will be buying this so I can watch multiple times (just like DUNE Part 1).

Definitely need to watched at least once more because I am sure I missed a few points.

Well acted, locations stunning. It did make me wonder where these were filmed, and my son spent most of the next day researching sand worms.

YOU NEED to watch this movie!
10/10
A clear masterpiece
jvandev30 March 2024
Honestly this movie rejuvenated my belief that good movies could still be made. It was well written, well casted, well directed, beautiful, and the score was on point.

There were a few moment where me and my friends just screamed, not out of fear or excitement but just as a guttural reaction and release of built up emotion.

It's a long movie, surely. I wouldn't recommend going at midnight. But go at 1pm in the afternoon like we did - and you'll be delighted.

Don't miss this one. See it in theaters. There aren't many movies quite as good as this that have ever been made. I hope more will come, but it's never sure.
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10/10
A Cinematic Masterpiece of Epic Proportions
imdbmmiy1 March 2024
Dune Part 2 exceeds all expectations, delivering a mesmerizing cinematic experience that leaves audiences spellbound. Director Denis Villeneuve's masterful vision brings Frank Herbert's epic universe to life with stunning visuals and an immersive narrative. The ensemble cast shines, with Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides anchoring the film with depth and charisma. Part 2 delves deeper into the complex politics and mythology of Arrakis, captivating viewers with its intricate storytelling and breathtaking action sequences. Hans Zimmer's score elevates every moment, evoking a sense of grandeur and tension. With its rich world-building and unforgettable performances, Dune Part 2 cements itself as a modern masterpiece and a must-see for fans of science fiction and cinema alike.
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8/10
An excellent film, but didn't impress me as much as the first one
soneil1229 February 2024
Dune Part 1 was a masterpiece. As a long time fan of the book, it was refreshing to see a film adaptation that treated the source material with such care. I was expecting the same with the second film but in this regard I was disappointed.

Much of what made the first film so good was repeated or even exceeded here. Sound editing, music visuals were all simply stunning. Unlike the first one though, this one diverged from the source material a lot more, which can work. Certain characters though, were portrayed in a way that I felt diminished them. I also felt that the pacing in this one was off.
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10/10
Dune.
hannahschutz28 March 2024
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This movie was amazing! I loved it so much ! Florence did so good it was a very good intro to her part.. O gosh Timothée was so good . But Austin was 100% my favorite character in this movie! I love him in general he is a very kind guy but in the movie he really plays his part well he is a very bad guy a bloodthirsty villain. And honestly I went to see the movie to see him because I am a big fan but when I saw it he was bald!!! Like he looks so different without hair. Hahaha ....this movie was a huge upgrade from the first one because it wasn't as exciting and very confusing If u haven't read the book. Zendaya was so good I love her character and everything. But anyway definitely my fav movie ever!
9/10
A picture so magnificent that it leaves little room for the actors' performance
sachauzan29 February 2024
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Probably one of the best movie experiences I've had in my life. I just left the theatre blown away by what I experienced in terms of picture and sound. Denis Villeneuve (with the help of Hans Zimmer) created a cinematic masterpiece that takes you away to another world for nearly three hours that you don't see going by.

I put 9/10 because I feel that the actors' performances are not on par with the grandeur of the movie as a whole. Don't get me wrong, the acting is really, really good, but I felt the character evolution could have been better portrayed. More specifically :

  • I did not feel real chemistry between Chani and Paul throughout the movie, and I felt their strory felt a bit rushed (e.g. Chani suddenly loses her bestial side in the scene where they're in the tent and she takes care of him after a bad dream)


  • I thought Paul's change after he drinks the water of life and becomes the Kwisatz Haderach was not on par with what I pictured in my mind while reading the book. I would have expected Chalamet's acting to better reflect Paul becoming omniscient and foreseeing. I felt he did not manage to be as convincing throughout the late part of the movie as he was in the scene where he is recognised as Muad'Dib by all the Fremen (which was amazing).


So overall, I felt that the picture and the sound where so insanely exceptional that they ended up dwarfing Chalamet and Zendaya's performances.
6/10
Looks great, stale acting and underwhelming approach
walker-ricardo2 March 2024
I'm first and foremast a fan of the books and I liked all the previous iterations of the books on the big and small screen.

Chalamet never was my first choice in casting. He's amazing in CMBYN but elsewhere he tends to revert to a Batman voice that muffles all that charisma he has. Paul is not muffled and withdrawn.

And to be frank, Chalamet could put on 50 lbs and still be too skinny and weak to play someone who can fight.

The movie LOOKS amazing. Stellar. The casting of Chalamet, ZENDAYA AND Pugh left me scratching my head. Both Dukes, Paul's mom, all the Harkonens, great casting and performances.

My biggest beef is how much the plot here insisted on an unwilling Messiah, unlike the source material.

That and an already meh performance from Chalamet made this the only iteration of the books that i have no desire to watch again.

Does not live up to the hype.

Felt very GoT finals seasons, as if everyone was trying to get fired from any future installments.
8/10
Mesmerising
linneajenner1 April 2024
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This movie is 3 hours long but the time just flies by as you're transported into the world of Dune. The acting is brilliant and the design of the Bene Gesserit outfits is really cool, you just delight in seeing them appear on screen.

A must watch movie of 2024, it will definitely be one of the top 10 movies of this year. I don't rewatch a lot of movies, but I know I will rewatch this one. It's even better than Part One.

The one thing to nitpick is Chani's aversion to Paul's growing power (before his marriage proposal to Irulan). I feel it would have suited the tone of the Dune universe better if Chani had been depicted as conflicted (perhaps along with many of the fighters), because yes Paul is manipulating the Fremen using their belief system but on the other hand there doesn't seem to be anyone else able to lead the Fremen to victory. Pragmatic support in lieu of viable alternatives. Chani's moral objections seem rather college like, more suitable to a desk environment. It feels jarring.
8/10
Dazzling Audiovisual Spectacle
LeCronopio9 March 2024
This is one of the cases that makes me regret having to put an 8 or a 9 and not something in between.

The film is a victory for cinema. That is first. For what cinema can do with the tools that the present offers. Dune: Part 2 is an attempt that, by far, hits more than it misses. But it misses. And where it suffers is in the story, in the structure of the narration.

It seems almost ridiculous to say that what a nearly three-hour film needed was more time. But it's the case. And the initial development of the plot (for pragmatic reasons I presume, every director has to cut things) has a somewhat hasty evolution. Everything at the beginning is presented and developed almost immediately: Paul is questioned by the Fremen, 15 minutes later accepted and shortly after adored. His training in this unforgiving desert is not far from an Instagram reel in terms of exposition. Fremen culture is portrayed almost superficially (the Sardaukar a meme). The great distances that this people had to cross are received almost as a comment; because from one scene to another they have already done it. And because of all this, the narration then loses a bit of emotional effect.

Still, it's a good adaptation of the story: from the hand of a cast that justifies their names with unquestionable performances, and from what the director did with what he had (the time at his disposal; the script had to be fitted), Dune: Part 2 manages to sustain itself narratively and portray the essence of what inhabits.

Now, where it shines. The cinematography. The sets, the costumes. The photography, the sound, the practical and digital effects taken to the limits of their capabilities by people with vision. If the film is narratively an 8, audiovisually it's a 10. After seeing it in IMAX I can say that the phrase that is already becoming a cliché ("Dune: Part 2 in IMAX is insane"); Yes, it's a cliché, but it's also true. The third act is a dazzling audiovisual spectacle. I was just mesmerized and enjoying it. And everyone can only hope this to be a precedent for the future of the blockbuster.
8/10
Incredible film with a disappointing script
brownman833 April 2024
Dennis Vellenueve directs brilliantly in this second adaptation of the Dune novel, with an intense focus on detail and visuals that proves to be breathtaking. And yet, the script does not hold up to what should be expected out of what many call "the greatest science fiction film ever made". The characters are varied and unique but lack clarity in motivation and purpose. The film puts Paul at center stage but keeps the other interesting people involved in story as simply ancillary pieces to the plot when they could, and should, have been much more. That being said, the running length of the film zips by as the cinematography simply sucks the viewer completely into the world. While not my personal favorite film in the end, it certainly does hold up in the pantheon of sci fi epics.
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1/10
BORING, wow, so very boring
ckellydesignnet3 March 2024
...I walked out about 2hrs in because I just couldn't anymore.

I don't understand how a movie with so much time and space could possibly exclude so much and move the plot so little.

No storytelling: it feels like an extended montage where Paul's cheerleading base grows along with his relationship with Chani but we don't know how or why.

Poorly written: female leads felt like wallpaper rather than the badass characters who carry Paul through the book. Some reviews here are saying the movie was true to the book, which I don't understand because they also don't even touch on the Space Guild.

Vapid acting: Paul. Bautista can only scream? Everyone seemed demoralized in their roles (I would be too if I was Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, or anyone else who actually wanted to embrace the role of a lifetime and was so absolutely diminished).

"Cinematography": I must be hard to get more than a handful of creative shots of sand. What was happening on the Harkonnen home world? Honestly the blown out black and white scene felt really lazy and cheap. At least after that there was more desert.

Christopher Walken: Was his casting supposed to be some sort of meta joke? Even his performance rang flat. I thought the emperor was supposed to be eternally young due to spice consumption. How this character is supposed to be the center / leader of the universe is anyone's guess.

I'll wait until it's streaming and finish at my convenience to see if any of this gets salvaged, I just can't imagine how it could be.
2/10
Bloated, slow, meandering
kyleseaich2 March 2024
What a slow, terribly paced film. The run time is probably 30-60 minutes beyond what the studio should have ended up releasing. Atrocious character development makes it so you have no one to root for or support emotionally. That coupled with a bewildering story that must surely require hours of time to unravel and understand. It tried to follow the books far too closely to make a good film. Bloated run time introduces so many side elements and characters that make it disengaging. Do yourself a favor, save the money. This film might be worth the time once it's on a streaming service. Big miss, hopefully they don't make a third installment.
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7/10
What was the point of the gladiator scene?
dvdkovie18 March 2024
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So they give the impression that hundreds of thousands of the people show up to watch a 2 minute fight scene... the effects of the black and white type feeling all for a rigged fight for two drugged dudes and only one real opponent who was already weakened by the prison time.. seemed like a weak attempt.. a bunch of effort for no thrill.. and then the emperor was so easily tricked and kissed the ring of Timothy.. and Dave Bautista gets killed off way to easily?! Weak... take those parts out and the movie seemed more solid, but the execution of those specific sequences seemed rushed and provided a build up for a let down..

There was so much more potential.. go back and redo those arts for the un-edited version or something..
9/10
AMAZING in every aspects!!
shaoyu-4158517 March 2024
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My friend recommended me to go to the cinema as soon as the movie went on, but due to this and that reasons I finally get myself a ticket this Wednesday.

At first I want to say that it was really an extrodianary experience to watch DUNE: Part II in iMax!!! Imagine get emerged in the world of Arrakis for nearly three hours....... That was AMAZING!!

And also, Deni did a great job again in controlling the "rhytem" of the story! That's why I didn't feel tired after watching movie for 3 hours. I was as excited as the Fremans when seeing Paul successfully managed to ride the Shai-Hulud, not to mention the "massive" apperence of three Shai-Hulud in the finally war attacking Sardaukar.

Finally!! Timothee and Austin's performances are really fantastic!! And most importantly, they in real life are such sincere and talent!!! If it's possible I really would like to see their second cooperation!!!!
7/10
Pretty good movie
smith_creek6 March 2024
Good, not great. On the positive side, it was nice to look at and generally entertaining. On the negative side, the pacing was inconsistent. There are a a number of stretches when not much happens or is revealed. I found myself drifting off during these or thinking about plot holes. Then, a burst of action or crucial dialogue which frequently was difficult to understand due to the accents used or background music/sound effects. More time on exposition, less on the stretches in between would have improved the movie.

In the end, I never entered the realm of "suspended disbelief" where you are just along for the ride and accept what's happening rather than questioning everything that going on. One example was after the movie my brother said "the way the sandworms moved didn't look right, shouldn't they have wiggled or inchwormed along instead of just plowing ahead like a train?", I laughed because I had the same thought while watching the movie. Instead of just being in awe of the sandworm scenes I was thinking "if it was difficult to the point of deadly for just one person to get on the sandworm, how did they manage to get hundreds or thousands of Fremen men, women, elderly and children on them to head south?" Not really what you want to be pondering while watching a movie.
10/10
Fully loaded with testosterone
thesevims1 March 2024
Fully loaded with testosterone. Incredibly impressive. When I watched the first episode, I said it sounded like a star wars series, and I saw that I was absolutely right in the 2nd episode. It seems like it will be a series as enjoyable as star wars. Thank God. The cast, the costumes, the scenes are as if designed by another being, it makes you think that it cannot be a human being who made this film. I hope Part 3 will be filmed very soon and will meet with the audience as soon as possible. I hope Part 3 will be filmed very soon and will meet with the audience as soon as possible.ya iste güzel film.
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4/10
I'm still confused...
fredsterperi28 February 2024
A *very* well made movie that ticks all the scifi genre boxes but is it really that good?

Dune 2 picks up where most of us were left wondering "what on earth is going on?" in Dune 1.

You can't help but fall in love with the cinematography and the "world building", despite most of it being set the desert. The incredible performance by the cast and multiple action sequences make this movie far more interesting than the previous installment. Yet, despite these great aspects, the plot just seems to be even more confusing than Dune 1.

I understand the visionary idea behind the "slow" (?) character/plot building but it would be nice to actually know what is going every now and then...

The character building appears to be slow and quite vague. Many new/old faces appear in the movie with no real explanation regarding who they are and it's left up to the audience to comprehend what's going on. By the time you've figured out who's who you've missed three different action sequences and ten important plot points...

The pacing of the movie was far better than the first one. For starters: things actually happen in this one! But the action sequences, despite being *very* good, fall slightly short as they are constantly interrupted by intense staring, slow motion desert walking shots or some random scene happening somewhere else.

I felt the plot was OK/GOOD. Nothing particularly special... a bit too "religious" at times; it felt like watching a movie about Jesus. But overall it was solid and the main storyline is quite comprehensible.

Overall it's a decent sequel. With that said it has it's issues: it's just as confusing as the first movie, there are some plot holes (the worms that pose a massive threat in the first movie are now not so dangerous?), still don't really understand why the soldiers use swords when they appear to have firearms and many characters lack any type of backstory...

Enjoyed it but wouldn't watch it again. *Very* overhyped, especially on social media!
6/10
What did I miss?
rasmusac-6664216 March 2024
I do t get it, the movie was epic and stunning to watch, but it lacked plot and agency.

It feels like the first thing that happened was after the first hour. If I walked into the cinema after one hour, I wouldn't have missed a single point of the story.

There was even a great recap of the first movie in part 2, so that I almost didn't need to have watched it.

With the slow walk to the predictable point of no return, the movie still managed to feel very rushed in the end.

At the base it was a great story, but way too long. Why even spend so long time with side characters that doesn't impact the movie much?

This is a movie that actually could have used a montage of character development instead of the torture of time just passing by.
10/10
Incredible movie, speechless
vugiang-2448317 March 2024
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It's been quite some time since I last watched a great film such as this one.

The visuals, sounds, acting, world building, etc, everything is just so good. Also really impressed with Timothee's acting. I love to see Paul's growth as a boy from part one to a leader in part two, the speech makes you feel like you're ready to go to war for him.

I like both parts, I think part one is great but part two made part one felt like a trailer. Denis once again did an amazing job bringing the world that Frank Herbert's created to the screen. I haven't read the books yet but after this, I will definitely read them.

Considering this movie's budget of around 190 million dollars, what this movie has done is incredible. One of the greatest sci-fi movies in a decade I would say.
6/10
It is a very long movie
stenalena3 March 2024
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Well first, it is a very long and borring movie, it is slow, after an hour i was when does it end. There are so many scenes that are draged out and really unnessesary.

Second, it is well made and have really beautyfull scens. The sound effects are also great.

Third, some of the actors are not doing a good job, they are in my opinion dull and stupid, and that is not what i expected.

Fourth, it might be a good idea to have read the book or played the game when you watch it.

Fifth, i dont get the sequence were it all is in balck and white, it seems weird.

Sixth, Paul walker actually acts in this movie and are not as he always potray his rolles.
10/10
It's too good, too too good
famousfame29 February 2024
Difficult to sum this movie up in a imdb review. So I'll try keep it short and simple.

This film will go down in lore on how to make a Sci fi epic It Is the greatest sequel ever, even surpassing T2 Judgement Day. Soundtrack is a masterpiece and goes along with the mobie perfectly. Story maintains a perfect pace with a climatic ending I feel that the director definitely took some inspiration from got as some scenes seemed very familiar, not a bad thing but when you see the scenes you'll immediately think of got.

Only negative if I can find one is Zendaya's acting. The way she portrayed her strong emotions scemes made me laugh. She looked like a sulking child thats been told off for eating too many sweets, ridiculous acting. Shows her limitations. Nvm

Back to the movie. Watch it and enjoy, you will remember this moment for a long long time. Need this in 4k HDR NOW!!!
10/10
Thank you Frank & Dennis
jtmfrgxck4 March 2024
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I want to preface this review by saying my favorite type of story in any show, movie or game will always be "The chosen one" plot.

These are my thoughts on Dune Part 2 and Dune so far as a whole.

Everything about this movie was everything I wanted it to be and more. I went into this movie never reading the book or looking up anything about what happens after dune part 1. There were at least 3 scenes in the first hour of the movie I kept thinking to myself "how can it possibly get better" and it literally just kept getting better. The acting was unreal by everybody (even Zendaya who I am personally not a big fan of, I think she's boring and doesn't have a good range of emotion in her acting) I haven't seen much of Timothee Chalamet outside of the two Dune movies but he was unbelievable in Part 2. I can't really put into words how his acting moved me besides using the word perfection. The side character casting of this movie was just as spectacular as the plot. Austin Butler (in my opinion) couldn't have done a better job at playing Feyd-Rautha. The scene with him that really stood out to me was when Paul killed Baron and the camera pans over to Feyd-Rautha and he genuinely looked like he was enjoying it with zero feeling behind his eyes while licking his lips as if he was turned on by the death of his uncle. That's the perfect depiction of evil in my opinion. Moving on to Christopher Walken, the first few lines of his I felt a little disappointed because I pictured the Emperor to be a more king like character speaking very properly and with an accent. In the final act of the movie I ended up really liking the fact that they let Christopher Walken essentially play himself. I've definitely been a Florence Pugh fan since I saw the movie Midsommer in theaters and thought the minimal lines she had in this movie were also great.

The cinematography by Grieg Fraser was nothing short of beautiful. Every single wide shot of the movie had my jaw on the floor.

The dialogue of this movie was probably my favorite part of the entire experience. From the funny moments to almost every line Timothee Chalamet had after waking up from drinking the water of life.

After seeing so many comments about the first Dune movie on TikTok or instagram of people saying "I fell asleep during the first movie" or "it was so boring" I rewatched trying to figure out how people felt that way because the first time I watched part 1 I couldn't stop thinking about how good of an introduction to such a complex world it was. I rewatched it a 3rd time on a Friday with my girlfriend before going to see part 2 on Sunday. Part 1 was exactly what I wanted from a part 1 of any franchise. I recently rewatched all of Star Wars and LOTR a month before dune Part 2 came out to see how it would stack up against these movies and I can honestly say I liked Part 1 better than a New Hope and fellowship of the ring by a pretty big margin. The way you get so many different aspects of a story thrown at you at once was definitely a tall task but the way it was explained and showed to the audience was nearly perfect.

Immediately after watching Part 2 I thought to myself wow that movie was so good it made Part 1 look bad. But as I digested the movie the next day it gave me an even bigger appreciation for the first one and how well it set up the second movie.

Every time I watch a movie and end up enjoying it a lot I always think to myself "have I ever seen something like that before" to try and curb my recency bias.

The answer is no. There's truly nothing out there like Dune Part 2 and I can honestly say it was the best movie sequel, as well as the best movie I've ever seen.

10/10.
10/10
Overwhelmingly good
jenniferheidenreich5 March 2024
First of I'm no expert whatsoever. But I was so afraid to watch part two because I loved part one. When I finally watched it I was just so impressed with.. actually everything. I love the twists and the careful attention to detail. I haven't gotten this excited during the movie which hasn't happened in such a long time. For me this is up there with Star Wars and Marvel Endgame and so on. I mean most us aren't really happy about the current marvel movies but this, is just amazing I loved it. Sure there are a couple of CGI things I'm not exactly happy with but that's to be expected for me. So give it a go and watch this in the theaters it's well worth it.
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7/10
Great movie, but nothing special! Unreal hype
hajdudaniel3 March 2024
I like both episodes, and it is better than the first episode of the sequel but I am still a bit clueless at some parts of the story. Certain parts seem slack and not expalined while other parts are suddenly fasten and jumping a lot. Scenes, sound, visuals are amazing but cannot feel connected to non of the characters. Story is a bit slow, despite it is interesting. Could bear more action than 15 minutes from the 2 hours 45 minutes. Overall it is great, would watch it another time, but cannot compare to Star Wars universe currently ( reflecting on the comparisons on I have read ), but if they open up this galaxy in upcoming parts then it could be a relevant competitor among the names in the sci-fi / fantasy sector.
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8/10
Better than the first one
alensufli6 March 2024
I am gonna write precise answers cuz I am not a fan of this franchise, thus, I don't wanna get into details and today I watched it just because I was depressed and needed a distraction. Initially, I was gonna wait for home release.

Was it better than the first one? Yes, How much I enjoyed it? 50%, How much I get bored? 50%, Can you call this the best sequel of all time? No, Is it on the same level with LoTR? Hell no, Is it better than Avatar? No, Are there lots of unexplained plot holes? Plenty, Do they become annoying throughout the film? Hell yeah, Does the sequel require prior literature knowledge? Probably(will never read the books), Will I rewatch it? Nope.
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2/10
2 stars, sad but true
BairnMccrae22 March 2024
Mr. Villeneuve must have scored a big payday on this one, but there are clear indications that he relinquished creative control to do so, or to put it in old-fashioned terms, sold his soul. His work, when unhindered, is much more mature, and I can only imagine what he would have served us given free rein.

His hand is still detected in the visuals - cinematography, set and costume design. That's what those two stars have purchased. Maybe there should be another half a star for Rebecca Ferguson, the only actor who earned their salary in the film. The remainder of the cast can be summed up as two entitled, spoiled young people acting like entitled, spoiled young people, surrounded by slightly more mature adults who try half heartedly to take it all seriously. You can see, on occasion, a glint in the eye of Josh Brolin or Javier Braden, trying to stifle giggles when Timothy or that funny Z girl scream in rage or brood, but maybe the thought of all the dollars pouring into their bank account helped restrain the mirth.

It's easy to get carried away by the splendid graphics, but at heart a good film is characterized by brilliance in acting and storytelling, and this film has neither.

Perverting the source material in favour of modern narratives is likewise a major flaw, I wonder how much longer we will have such crimes inflicted upon us. Classics are classics for a reason. It's not a complex reason. It's really simple: a great many people have enjoyed and been inspired by them, so they endure. When you change the source material, it becomes weak or anemic, and dies pretty soon after. By dies, I mean people lose interest in it quickly.

Whatever popularity the two part Dune remake is enjoying is due to being the least bad thing out there on the silver screen. That's a very low bar.
3/10
Great idea. Banal, presumptuous execution.
zboing14 March 2024
Dune is a lot about creating a world and its characters. This has always been its strength.

However, this came at the expense of the narrative which is banal and presumptous.

This Dune 2 film is CHOKE FULL of platitudes and useless scenes, inserted solely to paint the said world and its characters.

The epic battle between good and evil is explained rather than shown and so is Paul's journey.

The explanation for this must lie in the fascination the makers of the film have with themselves, so sidelining storytelling.

The blend between Touareg, Arab and Templar imaginary is well done and so are the costumes and filmography.

Again, I wish the story itself to have some bone.
7/10
A little too much of the action
M. Bergenstein3 March 2024
I liked the first movie and was looking forward to seeing the sequel. It adheres to the book plot pretty well, but unfortunately it focuses to much in the action sequences, as many sequels tend to do, instead of focusing more on the characters and therefor I feel it gets way to simplified. The brutality of the villains in most parts cliché and doesn't feel genuine at all. There is much more to dig into in the relationship between Paul and the mother as well as Paul and Chani. All in all it is a good enough film, but it could have been much more. It would be a sad affair if a sequel to this follow the same track.
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10/10
Great movie
ragdecorp1 March 2024
"Dune Part 2" stands as a cinematic colossus, marking a milestone in the evolution of science fiction film adaptations. Masterfully directed, this sequel not only captures the immersive and complex essence of Frank Herbert's original material but also elevates the narrative to a new level of visual and emotional splendor.

From the outset, the director demonstrates a profound understanding of the narrative, choosing to expand the story in ways that complement and enrich what was established in the first part. While "Dune Part 1" took liberties in incorporating an extensive introduction, this risky decision lays the groundwork for the vast world and complex characters now explored with greater depth. In "Dune Part 2," this world unfolds with overwhelming beauty, captivating the viewer in its vastness and intricacy.

The cast shines brightly, with each actor embodying their character with a mix of vulnerability and strength that is seldom seen. The characters are well-developed, showing convincing growth arcs that reflect the central themes of power, destiny, and humanity that Herbert wove into his work. This depth of characterization ensures that "Dune Part 2" is not just a visual experience but also one that resonates emotionally.

The art direction and visual effects are of stellar quality, creating desert landscapes that are both majestic and relentless. The attention to detail in each scene, from the vast sand dunes to the intricate designs of the spaceships and costumes, transports the viewer to a world that, though alien, feels tangible and real. The cinematography masterfully captures this splendor, using a color palette that reflects both the beauty and brutality of the Dune universe.

The sound design and soundtrack play a crucial role in immersing the viewer. The vibrant and enveloping sound not only complements the magnitude of the visual scenes but also deepens the emotional connection with the story. The music, both ethereal and powerful, elevates every moment, from epic battles to tension-filled silences, creating an auditory experience as impactful as the visual one.

"Dune Part 2" not only meets the expectations set by its predecessor but surpasses them, establishing itself as a masterpiece in its own right. The film delves into complex themes with a maturity and depth seldom seen in science fiction cinema. The exploration of politics, religion, and ecology, central themes in Herbert's book, is handled with subtlety and complexity that enriches the narrative, inviting reflection.

In conclusion, "Dune Part 2" is a cinematic feat that not only honors Herbert's vision but also expands it in exciting and meaningful ways. It is a film that is not only enjoyable in the moment but also endures, inviting reflection and debate long after the final credits have rolled. With its combination of profound narrative, stellar performances, and impressive technical achievements, this film will surely be remembered as a modern classic and a benchmark in science fiction cinema.
10/10
I can WATCH IT ALL DAY
frankzhangcc22 March 2024
This is the peak of a sci-fi movie. Everything blends perfectly in this movie from the cast, the action, the way the plots transit, and the AMAZING music that complements the storytelling. I went into the cinema with a high expectation after three years of waiting but I was still joyfully amazed! I will definitely watch it again and again once every month to appreciate the full beauty of the design.

Denis did an amazing job elevating the story created over forty years ago, presenting it in such a classic, decent, and even luxurious taste.

The only pity I feel is that Denis didn't make it a 3.5-hour film or even break it into two parts. The pace could be a bit rushy. I just cannot get enough of it!!
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10/10
Probably the most influential sci-fi film of our generation!
myfilmnook17 March 2024
This... is cinema at its finest.

Just watched Dune Part Two in an IMAX theater, and it was inarguably the best cinematic, spiritual experience I've ever had. As a fan of the novels, I am in awe of how the characters from the second half of Dune (1965) comes to life with the stellar cast.

Denis's storytelling was on point - the religious aspect and the Fremen culture in particular resonated with me the most since Part One. From the incredible sound design, Zimmer's score, ancient-futuristic production design, Fraser's cinematography and his clever use of B&W imagery to the entertaining screenplay, flawless editing, and the stunning visual effects, this motion picture might just be the culmination of Villeneuve's career. He has leveled up his game with Dune Part Two. Working on this scale requires mastery in filmmaking, which he has achieved flawlessly. Enjoyed every single frame of this movie. Cleverly embraced the looser adaptations of the book and aligned it to the plot.

Dune Part Two is constantly challenged by conflicting political decisions, sociology, cultural influences, and religion. Yet the heart of it is a love story that carries the flow and weight of all.

I stood up from my seat awe-struck, overwhelmed after the immersive consumption of a classic, top-tier space opera masterpiece, and got the chills down my spine during the ending credits.

I'm thrilled to see how this trilogy ends when Dune: Messiah makes a comeback. Most recommended to watch it in the biggest screen you can get- preferably IMAX. For now, I'll have to rewatch and be anticipating for its Oscar sweep next year.
4/10
WTF! Yuck!
jmp-261355 April 2024
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I gave this mess of a film 4 stars simply on the weight of the special effects and cinematography. The worm riding was the best part of the film. The interaction between the main characters are shallow and most often miss the main themes of the source material.

And why did tge director change one of the main plot points? Paul's sister Alia is born early with all the Bene Gesserit powers. She kills Vladimir Harkonin, not Paul. This completely changes the story line, and not in a good way.

I thought the first movie was a snooze fest, but kept telling myself "just wait until Part 2 when all the action happens. " Was I wrong.

I will never trust Denis Villeneuve again.
10/10
Modern masterpiece
trkishdelite29 February 2024
How often these days can you say a sequel surpasses the first film? Now I understand that this is technically a second part of one whole story however the depth and scale of this film is remarkable that deserves commendation to all involved who have pushed it beyond the first film in every way. It is truly a masterpiece - a film that will be talked about for generations and one that will undoubtedly become a classic of cinema. A book that many thought would be impossible to fully convey through film has finally had its triumph on the big screen thanks to the mastermind that is Denis Villenevue.
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7/10
Overhyped but good
bajtjr3 March 2024
I watched the movie in cinema and while it was in no way a bad movie I ended up disappointed because according to the current rating of 9.0 I can definitely say it is overrated. I have enjoy the first part more.

The problem I have with the movie is that despite its length it seems to be cramming too many events into the movie and you have a feeling you are constantly skipping ahead from one point to the next without the proper buildup to achieve the significance of some key events which on the other hand is interesting considering the length of the movie. There is also a lot of talking in this movie and not much action, basically action scenes are over quickly and there isn't much buildup to the last battle which again is over so ridiculously quickly and all the duels also are over so quick so I just couldn't immerse myself or feel the significance of things happening on screen because it was like a speed run of many events which I hate. Napoleon movie for example had this exact same issue for me.

Main character also has many "Looking cool walking, doing nothing important" scenes that I am not a fan of.

Overall it is in no way a bad movie, it is a good movie but it is in no way a masterpiece in my opinion.
10/10
You'd hve to be Mahdi to not think this film is THE cinematic masterpiece of this generation
falseflagattack27 March 2024
I've never taken the time to write any reviews here before, and i'll remain short on my words with this one.

I am a hardcore Dune fan. Read the 6 core books, re-listened to them multiple times on Audible. Played the games, as far back as the RTS games of the early 2000s. Watched the Lynch film and the SyFy TV series several times.

This is another level. This IS Dune. I saw the Dune Part 1 in cinemas 7 times, and will likely do the same with Part 2. The cinema experience is worth it for the sound design alone. Unlike Part 1, the voices were clearer and sat better in the mix in Part 2.

Bravo Denis. You made the 'un-filmable' book the best damn films of the century.
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8/10
Slightly Short of Perfection
ayonijaprithuvainya3 March 2024
It is a audio-visual masterpiece with impeccable production values, brilliant writing, and stellar acting, especially by Rebecca Fergusson, Javier Bardem and Timothee Chalamet. This movie will stir your imagination and live in your memory. As a bonus, there were some unexpected elements of humor which I also enjoyed.

The first half of the movie does a great job at delving deep into the Fremen way of life, as well as inside look at the Harkonnens, which is essential for any Science Fiction production that needs to immerse the audience into alien cultures. I loved it.

But like the first movie, this one is held back from true greatness by Hollywood's commercial obsession with shortening run-times.

Later half of the movie strips away massive chunks of the original story, oversimplifying or even completely omitting characters, events and conflicts. It felt rushed, abrupt, unresolved, unexplained and lacking in payoff.

So I really hope Mr Villeneuve has stashed away all of these stripped-out components of both movies, for an 8-9 hours long complete Director's Cut. That would be an epic 10 out 10.
1/10
It's like watching a cult and not really a good movie. Sorry not for me.
icloyd4 March 2024
All the characters gave justice on their roles, well executed. The pace of the story is so slow that it made me so sleepy in the middle of the film. Actually the film made me bored coz I expected more but a lousy story. I would like to mention Rebecca Ferguson, she's a great actress and really fit to be the Lady Jessica itself. In the middle of the film, me and three of my friends wanted to go home coz it feels like we're watching a cult movie. Not a good one for children's to watch. In this movie, nothing much to expect, such a waste of time and it was a very boring film fighting for a spice.
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10/10
An instant classic for me
fiddyonecent6 March 2024
One of the best movies I've ever seen. True to sci-fi, dark, intense, amazing cinematography, quality acting, and with exciting action. I still find it hard to believe that a movie with so much in it is so well put together. As well, I'm quite surprised that it's received so much mainstream buzz because it partially feels like a real sci-fi movie if that makes any sense. But I can understand how there's enough here to appeal to all fans of cinema.

It's an instant classic for me. It actually surpassed Dune Part One and delivered on all fronts. Part One did a great job at setting the scene and Part Two knocked it out of the park. I would give it a 9.5/10 because it's a bit long and there's a lot to follow throughout the entirety of the movie, it can get a bit taxing. Loved this movie!
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8/10
Visually stunning with lackluster ending!!
sagor_936418 March 2024
Fun fact: isn't Alia, the sister of Paul still in womb the exact opposite of Bella from 'poor things'?? I mean Bella is a baby in an adult's body and Alia is still an infant in the womb, yet due to the 'worm piss' she got enlightened and can even converse and plan with her mother!!!

Well, she Won't go off into a sex crazed adventure that's for sure!

Anyway, coming to the movie, a must watch at the theatres. This is a great theatric experience, loved the film. This is taking oscars for best VFX and sound. Also was really impressed with Timothee's acting!! He might just get a nomination for this one. We're into oscar territory early in the year!!
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10/10
Absolutely great
victoraspehall22 March 2024
"Dune Part Two" is not just a film; it's an immersive journey that envelops you in its vast, mesmerizing universe. As a fan of the first installment, I eagerly anticipated this sequel, and it exceeded all expectations. Denis Villeneuve's direction brings Frank Herbert's world to life with such depth and authenticity that you feel transported to the sands of Arrakis yourself. What struck me most was the perfect balance of CGI usage. While the film relies heavily on visual effects to portray its otherworldly landscapes and creatures, it never feels overdone or artificial. Instead, the CGI enhances the storytelling, seamlessly blending with practical effects to create a believable and awe-inspiring world. From the towering sandworms to the intricate architecture of the Fremen sietches, every detail feels meticulously crafted, drawing you further into the narrative. It's a testament to the filmmakers' skill that even in the most visually stunning sequences, the focus remains on the characters and their emotional journey. As I watched "Dune Part Two," I found myself completely immersed in its world, captivated by its beauty and complexity. It's a rare feat for a film to strike such a perfect balance between spectacle and substance, and for that, it deserves all the praise it receives. In my eyes, "Dune Part Two" is not just a sequel; it's a cinematic masterpiece.
9/10
This Movie Was Almost Perfect
ajwallacereviews3 April 2024
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Dune Part: 2 was my most anticipated movie of the year and did not disappoint. It's the best movie I have seen this year by far. I dare say it was almost perfect. Okay, maybe not perfect, but it was crazy good, to say the least. My favorite aspect of the movie was the world-building and deep lore segments. The first movie left me with so many questions. But this sequel genuinely feels like they answered many of them. Don't get me wrong, I still have plenty more. Yet I feel satisfied as a viewer for the new information we got. But mainly, I'm excited to learn more.

To get movie-specific Dune: Part Two feels more like a coming-out party for Paul. As the main protagonist or antagonist depending on who you ask Paul's rise was epic. It felt like he couldn't miss in this movie and Stilgar was there to remind the whole movie. Seeing Paul rise to the occasion again and again did have me hyped I can't lie.

The movie has a hero's journey-type vibe with a little "chosen one" energy sprinkled on top. Yet you can tell that the plot is a lot deeper than Paul's storyline alone. Matter of fact you can tell it's a lot deeper than these first two movies. I loved how fluent the cast rotation was for this movie. For the most part, they did a great job establishing new characters as we lose old ones. It makes the movie feel more alive.

One thing that I didn't like about this movie was the big battles or war portions of the movie. It felt way too one-sided and seems to be a continued trend from the first film. The issue is that it makes all the preparations and conversations pointless. Granted, I don't get tired of seeing the Freman pop up out of the ground ready to rumble. I wish there was some real pushback from the opposing sides. I don't care how much prep time they have.

Let's switch up the pace a little bit. I want to talk a little about the love interests. Something we were robbed of in the first movie. They killed it this go around. The newfound triangle between Paul, Chani, and Princess Irulan is going to be one for the ages. The reason is that we spent most of the movie seeing Paul and Chani boo love. While Princess Irulan was playing politics. Things are bound to get tricky with Paul's newfound position. Plus his political union with the princess. Paul is playing a dangerous game if you ask me.

Zendaya's portrayal of Chani was great. She not only grounded the movie but also stuck to her convictions regardless of what Paul had going on. This will set up some interesting conflicts in the future. Paul is going to have to make some tough decisions that are not so black-and-white. I just hope Chani will be around to help make them.

The future looks bright for Dune. Learning about the empire and their roles in the prophecy was poetic. Plus with talks of a holy war things are going to get interesting fast. I am excited to see what Paul can come up with to keep the power he never really wanted. But this movie in general was really good. They made it feel like one big puzzle where you don't know what the image is going to be until the end. It feels like there's still so much to discover which is why I gave it a 9/10 G-Files score.

Seeing Paul becoming one with the desert is one thing. But seeing him gain the trust of the people is a whole other thing. Timothée Chalamet's speech was incredible. This movie takes the necessary steps to fully flush out its characters good or bad. You expect to see Paul embrace the title of Muad'Dib. His pursuit of revenge, vengeance, or freedom from the powers at be. It makes sense. You don't expect to be thrown into this chasm of politics, secret agendas, and visions of people not even born yet. This movie was amazing and I can't wait for the next one to come out.
10/10
Peak cinema, in the highest degree
stan-687641 April 2024
I have debated writing a review for this movie for weeks now. I've seen it multiple times in theaters, and each time it has drastically altered the trajectory of my life. Not only have I become a Dune superfan (I'm already reading messiah) it has nearly taken over my life. I have never seen a film as creatively enticing. Every single scene sticks with you. The camera angles, the close up and then super far out shots, everything about this film is PEAK. With Hans Zimmer in charge of the music you already know you'll be brought to tears numerous times off just the soundtrack alone. Please, I urge ANYONE reading this review that's on the fence, see this movie as soon as you can. Let it take you over and change your life like it's changed mine. LISAN AL GAIB. For the Maudib. LONG LIVE THE FIGHTERS.
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9/10
A masterclass in Scifi
glamberti-047286 March 2024
Go see this movie. If you haven't seen the first one, watch it, just so you can see this one, it is worth it. I can't remember the last time a story has grabbed this tightly. I never read the books for Dune and was blind going into this series, if you are like me, you will not be disappointed. Denis Villeneuve is a genius. The cast is fantastic, with stand performances from Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Ferguson, and Austin Butler. Once the third one is release, this trilogy will rival the Lord of the Rings and the original star wars trilogy. I can't wait for the next installment to be released.
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9/10
Another stunning cinematic achievement
mrbean-617064 March 2024
The first movie was a cinematic feast with beautifully framed wide shots and lots of broad panning views of battles and gorgeous scenery in the desert. This movie absolutely delivers more of that fantastic cinematography that is so thoughtfully shot with natural lighting using the desert sun at various times of day and angles. It's immersive and just an incredible feat of filmmaking. While other fantastic sequels like Empire really offer a dramatic change of scenery and costumes for our main characters (eg. Hoth, Cloud City), this sequel mostly takes place in the same place. But instead of just feeling like more of the same it builds on what the first film introduced, revealing more detail about the Fremen's underground dwellings and places of worship and taking us to the southern part of the planet. We see more of the Harkonnen home world and get a better taste of that blood-thirsty culture. Austin Butler's character introduces us to someone new, interesting, and frightening. Paul and Jessica's evolution throughout this movie from the end of the first film to the end of this one leave us in a very different place with their characters. And (having myself not read the book) some of the plot twists we learn about are reminiscent of the great plot twists in Star Wars, which made the inspiration Dune had on George Lucas even more apparent. The movie is long, but I often found myself hoping it wouldn't end where I thought it might and it kept going until giving us a very satisfying epic battle and full development of the characters to set the stage for the third film. I left feeling really satisfied with the experience and will definitely see it again. It was a rare sequel that did not disappoint and delivered on everything the first film promised.
3/10
Dull and pretentious
peter_schaeffer12 March 2024
My overall comment on his movie is 'dull and pretentious' or perhaps 'pretentious and dull'. I went to see this movie last night. It was mostly a waste of time (and of course a waste of money). At one point, I got up and went to the bathroom. Did I miss anything? Not really. A long time ago, I read the Dune book(s). Without the book(s) this movie would have completely incomprehensible. This movie was far too long. The runtime is stated at 2 hours and 46 minutes. A much shorter and better movie is hiding inside this 'way too long' version. I will say in favor of this movie, that it is actually better than the 1985 version. That isn't saying much, but I wanted to end on a positive note.
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8/10
Dune Part Two (2024) Review
jakethesnake-7680612 March 2024
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Conflicted. That's the best way to describe my feelings toward this film. It's a good movie, but I wouldn't say it's a masterpiece or anything of that nature. To me, this film is absolutely spectacular on a technical level. The gorgeous cinematography, impeccable sound, and Hans Zimmer's magnetic score are the highlights in that department. But what really lets the film down for me is the story. It's just too slow with little satisfying payoff to make up for it. We get to see Paul integrate into life with the Fremen and slowly embrace his role as the Messiah, but even by film's end, the development of his ascendancy doesn't feel earned to me. Another issue I have is how the film's villains are handled. The Harkonnens are given very little to do and are ultimately disposed of rather swiftly. Even Feyd Rautha, who has received heaps of praise, doesn't really do that much despite an impressive first impression. I just wish, in my honest opinion, we got more out of what Part One set up, but by this film's end, the result feels hollow. Now to keep this review from sounding too negative, I'll end by saying I think the cast and Denis did the best with what they were given, but this feels too constrained and anticlimactic to feel wholly satisfying. For better or worse, my opinion on this film could change on a rewatch like it did for Part One. Likewise, I'm sure the book will change my opinion once I read it. Overall, this movie is good and nothing more, which is fine, but disappointing.
8/10
Good but not the epic that many claim
mauricepuhlmann12 March 2024
Visually it's a gem. Every moment was stunning and immersive. Fights and action were nice.

Ost magic, which is logic. Thank you Hans Zimmer.

Acting was all good.

Script wasn't my cup of tea. While the first half is rather slow while not telling a lot. The second half is the exact opposite. We are submerged with information and events.

The movie feels like they had a roadmap saying that they would finish the second part with the start of the war and realised halfway through that somehow they needed to squeeze all of this content in the last 45 minutes.

I actually caught myself thinking ah so the movie will end now 3 times...

Again not a bad movie and I hear that the books are rather hard to convert into a movie but if you are expecting the pacing of lotr you will be disappointed.
3/10
Anyone who says Dune: Part 1 or 2 are good movies is lying.
bcarterstone5 April 2024
Both films are pretty consistent in the sense of, they both look amazing. The sound and score is top tier (Hans Zimmer). The action sequences ARE good when they actually happen (which is not very often.) The actors are all good actors. But they're both just straight up boring films to the core.

I don't understand how people write reviews calling it 'masterpiece' or 'the peak of film making.' I just don't believe they could actually be entertained by the straight up DEAD story and DEAD dialogue for what seemed for the whole movie. The only piece of dialogue I actually remember being somewhat entertaining was when Timothy Chalamet said to Josh Brolin 'I recognise your footsteps.' I'm not missing anything, I'm sure. It was just...nothing. I couldn't wait for it to end.

It just seems to me people are lying because they want to 'seem' smart because this was an acclaimed novel and had been made into a movie before in the past. Or they're just Timothy Chalamet groupies (I'm a big fan of him as an actor in his other work) and just want him to do well. I refuse to believe anyone found the plot of this movie good (thus making it entertaining) and it's not like it made up for the lack of story with amazing story telling through action like Mad Max Fury Road did. Can anyone think of any other reasons why people would really rate this movie even close to a 10/10?
10/10
Epic masterpiece
sbarrasloginimdb1 March 2024
An epic masterpiece that is visually stunning and deeply moving. It is the cinematic adaptation that Frank Herbert's book deserved.

And the themes resonated profoundly, probably more so today than ever before. We follow the struggle of an indigenous people fighting against an imperialist morally corrupt and brutal oppressor. A fight for a better future to preserve a people's way of life and the the sacredness of an enchanted nature. All these topics deeply resonated within me, and I felt so moved I was at times shaking in my seat with the waves of emotions.

The soundtrack crafted by Hans Zimmer was as always fantastic and elevated some of the key moments of the film I can't wait to watch the third installment.
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4/10
great I you didn't read the books
takoduring8 March 2024
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Short spoiler-free version: A was really looking forward to this movie. Having read the books multiple times, I left the cinema feeling cheated en confused. Granted the visuals and the music are astounding. The actors perform very well and the story is fine if haven't read the books. And there's the problem. I you, like me, have read the book you will be thinking 'why?' every 10 minutes or so. Villeneuve has made so many changes to the story, I hardly recognize it as Dune anymore. And that makes me sad. I try to view the movie and the book as separate things. But how many changes can one make in the story before it deviates to much? After all it is a movie adaptation of the book, there should be enough of it you can recognize. In this the director has, sadly, mist the marc.

After the movie I kept sitting staring as the credits rolled by, I was the last one to leave an I felt cheated and sad. My advice is, If you love the books, wait for the streaming services to pick it up. If you haven't read the books, go an see it, you'll love it although perhaps it might be a bit long for your taste.

Longer version (spoilers!) So, what went wrong? Is do understand that you have tot make some choices in what you keep en leave out in the story when making a story. You merge some characters, leave some out. Delete scenes that a nice but not really necessary in the main plotline. (like the banket-scene in the first movie). But Villenueve and the writers have made al lot of changes that impact the story in so much that is totally deviates from the book. As a fan I can not get my head around soms of them: Chani is not supporting at all of Paul, she is mostly angry and against all that Paul wants tot do. The actors try there best but I miss the chemistry from the previous adaptations and the books. In the ending there is no 'we are concubines' scene. Chani leaves Paul and rides out in the dessert. Why?

Jessica in the books is a strong well trained Bene Gesserit. In the movie she goes from a weak, sniveling, manipulative woman. Not the strong reverent mother who takes care of het people en supports Paul and grows closer tot Chani. I can't understand why.

Stilgar in the books is a strong and wise leader who teaches Paul and gradually gives him his trust. In the movie he is transformed into an religious zealot from the South of Arrakis, were all Fremen blindly believe in the prophecy. (In the north the Fremen are non-believers, essentially making it 2 different tribes of Fremen, again why?).

And then there is no mention of the ecological theme, instead of the water of life they threaten with nukes on the spicefields, no spicing guild and a feeble weak emperor (poor Christhoper Walken, he tries)) I can get why Feyd is changed into a psychopath (not much change from the books) and why Hawat and Alia are left out completely (sad but understandable). But the rest? As I stated, I feld robbed, sad and very disappointed. It could have been better, but is was a mocking of the real thing.
10/10
Best ever visuals
aamirsiddiqui-788381 March 2024
I ll give this movie 10 out of 10 It's all have positive side screen play is amazing BGM is mind-blowing All the things is great But this movie also be more good in action sequences that's the only complain

That's all you say nothing fancy be simple .ya director gave you extreme level cinema

When you see this movie you go to another world You feel like you live that life It's totally amazing It's like so beautiful so elegant just looking like wow Dune part 2 is great movie in my life I enjoyed alot a lot It's give me another level excitement in my cinema experience That's a theter experience movie This bad review return by aamir Siddiqui from India.
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10/10
Low-key became one of my favorites!
cyberpunkcent3 March 2024
I think Dune: Part 2 is one of the most phenomenal movies I've seen. I was hyped and everything said pre-release is true. It seriously blew the first film out of the water in every way with how good it was. Dennis Villeneuve is quickly becoming one of my favorite directors. On an unrelated note, I watched Enemy and Incendies by him last week with the latter being particularly great. Sicario along with Dune: Part 2 is also one of my favorite movies, which the same director did also. Anyways, back to the spectacle. No spoilers but they did a cool Easter egg reference if you've seen Blue Velvet (my favorite movie of all time), since David Lynch directed the first version of Dune. The first movie I thought was great, but you'd have to be a fan as it was a little slower. That one really felt like the prologue, but this was the real deal. Dune: Part 2 was consistently intense on the action front and truly a masterclass work. It certainly doesn't hurt that Zendaya, Christopher Walken, and Javier Bardem are all among my favorite actors. I plan on catching this a few times while it's in theaters. It really is that great.
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10/10
dune movie review
joshuaholmesjosh6 March 2024
Best one in the franchise good story telling without a doubt movie of the year and massively enjoyable to watch full of action throughout the whole film throws you pff your seat from start to finish definitley a cinema experience if youre a fan of distopian movies then you will love this. No scene disapoints acting is on point fight scenes are out of this world stacked cast perfomance of every actor is on point theres so much to say about this film that i want to write a whole book about it some will say once u watch it you wont stop talking about definitely will be a film u will rewatch many times.
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2/10
This is probably the worst movie I've ever seen in my life
Manny4211 March 2024
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I have no idea why so many people are raving about this one. It was a pain to finish it. I'll list all the reasons why this movie is NOT one of the best movies as per other reviews:

1) No romantic or sexual tensions between the two leads, they seemed more like brother and sister.

2) Zendaya's character falls in love with this guy, for no reason. Just because he is the main guy, I guess.

3) Timothy although is a famous actor, didn't have the stage presence to pull off sand Jesus. It doesn't feel like a commander, people just listen to him and it doesn't feel normal.

4) The story progresses SOOO slowly, there are so many parts of this movie that don't make the story progress in any way.

5) The story is also so incredibly annoying - the guy says that he will never go to the south, 10 minutes later he is going to the south. Strong convictions dude. He says he doesn't want anyone to die, two seconds later he is totally cool with it. Yes, he drank the water, so what? You don't have strong values, sand Jesus?

6) The only "jokes" if you can call them that are from the goofy breaking tension character. But those are not jokes, they are just exaggerations and are not funny.

7) The bad guys are so stereotypically bad, I don't feel their motivations. Also ZERO planning ahead. Instead of killing 1000s of their soldiers, they could just recruit a special unit to learn about the sand planet and then teach the rest of the soldiers. I just don't get it.

8) The mother's transformation is also so freaking weird. I get it that that water is supposed to do some magic stuff to you but it completely kills the growth of the character and changes in ways that are not justifiable. It's very lazy writing.

9) The prophecies and stuff make no sense, if that's a planet where people believe in them and magic stuff happens, why would people not believe? Like, you can see magic and stuff, why don't you believe? Just to be a rebel?

10) Acting is also a bit not believable at times. I don't feel internal struggles. Just people looking sad.

11) This movie has no soul.

I probably have other negative things, but I feel like all of these points would already drop the rating to a 2/10.

Good things: 1) Cinematography

2) Assaults

3) Fight choreography

That's it.
10/10
It's awaken same emotions as almost 30y ago
bdart-4476916 March 2024
The mood. The acting. The industrial look of devil Harkonnen. The crowd slowly starting to follow the leader. The battles scenes showing the sand storm, and everything perfectly combined into one masterpiece.

I remember very well what I felt when I read the book passage about Paul giving the speech and eventually turning fremens on his side, the movie brought back the same emotions, gave me goosebumps.. For a Dunephile this was truly amazing experience.

I didn't realise that anyone can be able to turn Dune story into such good adaptation, hats down to Denis Villeneuve for making it happen. As Frank Herbert said "Don't trust the leaders to always be right", and the movie reflects how power can become devastating, change you personally same as it is shown in the book.
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3/10
Try as hard as you like
jake-657672 March 2024
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I left feeling bored, and that's a bad sign for an epic sci-fi. I watched dune I and loved it, the deep sonorous sounds of an alien nation were exciting, and the dialogue kept minimal and thick. Dune II blasts you with ott noise, over the top effects, and piss poor dialogue... 'for the Duke, and my friends' I felt this movie was aimed at a pre-teen audience with spiderman fetish and a heavy hand of Americanism... the emperor was not an emperor. Recommend putting a human written storyline first and leave ai/cgi to a bare minimum. I watched Dune 20 years ago and loved it. I read Dune 30 years ago and loved it. The actors tried hard with what they got but it wasn't enough to make it a masterpiece, it's more like an aprenticepiece.
10/10
FINALLY ANOTHER MULTI PART FILM
brighamshupe10 March 2024
I'm going to start off by saying this was an amazing movie. It had a great story, amazing sound design, and really good special effects. CGI nowadays is rushed and it is not as good as it could be. Newer marvel movies tend to have terrible CGI even with a massive budget, and it really could be done better, and this makes me appreciate CGI like this so much more.

I don't get people who don't watch long movies, or even movies at all. I think if there is a good story with a lot to tell, as much as possible should be included. I love stories like Lord of the Rings or Star Wars (the classics) that take the time they need to tell the story. Not all movies are fit for a multi parter but I think we should get more. I don't know much about filmmaking, but I think it would have been cheaper to release a single movie and slap together a sequel if it does well. This makes it really cool that they made some bad financial decisions to put together an amazing movie. I hate newer movies being fast paced and cheap, and I think Dune did a really good job avoiding that.
5/10
Middle east, sandstorms, messiah
ilaydam9 March 2024
The scenario is not good, the acting is average, it is only good visually and thematically. The first 30 minutes were extremely boring. The transition to the war scenes was very ridiculous, I mean, while they talking so calm, they suddenly start fighting, and always somewhere is constantly being bombed, the narration is very weak. I didn't like it because I gave importance to these. A world has been created, but it contains a lot of the middle east, which reminds me a lot of our world. It's a fantastic universe, but it didn't seem that to me, Except for white men and unusual sandstorms. By the way, the movie ended in a very ridiculous place, I'm not curious about the 3rd movie.
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10/10
The Peak of Sci-fi for Our Generation
kaleswink8 March 2024
I doubt anyone will read this, but I have never written a review on a movie before. Though I watch many movies, I have never actually written a review for any of them. This is a testament to how beautiful this movie is. There is so much that I want to write. All I can recommend is that you watch/rewatch the first movie with subtitles on and just soak in all of the information given to you. Then, watch Dune. Part Two and be in the moment. It contains politics and amazing choreography. There were many times, in fact, that I stood in the theater out of sheer amazement (No, there wasn't anyone sitting behind me.)

This movie is amazing. I cannot stop thinking about it. A masterclass in sci-fi.

May thy knife chip and shatter.

Lisan al Gaib.
10/10
OMG!
marc_zwahlen16 March 2024
Soooo epic. Religion, Love, Drama and war. Everything ist in it and on an epic scale. The pictures are stunning and the music breathtaking. Ist futuristic and on the other Hand also very basic and the Story itself could also play in the middle age. The Main Thema are timeless and very interesting. The Characters and the the Artists playing Them are amazing and very Deep. Ist mystic and from an other world but yet it picks up themes we know all to well from our everyday life. Watched it in IMAX and it was the best Cinema experience in a Long Long Times. It for sure is a 5/7 and i would recommend it to everyone.
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10/10
Mesmerizing Cinematic masterpiece!
alishirazi_923 March 2024
This movie made me write my first review. It is an engrossing and mesmerising cinematic marvel, on track to be one of the greatest sci-fi movies of all time. A perfect sequel, jam-packed equally with epic action and mystical realities, and accompanied by a stellar score from Hans Zimmer, this movie stuck in my head for days after watching it.

As a die hard fan of Dune, seeing the adaptation of Frank Herbert's magnum opus, said to be unadaptable, on the wide screen was a dream come true. The movie is a must watch on the big screen and a treat to behold for fans and casual watchers alike. Solid 10/10.
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3/10
Mediocre
bxcwssn3 March 2024
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Dune part two was OK. Austin Butler made it BETTER. It was way too long of a movie approaching almost 3 hours - not one I'd buy for keeps.

I'm tired of them killing off actors/characters in this I actually like - first it was Jason Momoa in the first Dune, and now Austin Butler in this movie.

From a cinematography standpoint, the movie is solid and I can see it being nominated for award season in the coming year.

It took me five tries without falling asleep to get through the first Dune, and this one was OK. I won't be watching a third Dune. Besides Austin Butler, the other bright spot in the movie was seeing Christopher Walken.
7/10
The visuals are absolutely mesmerizing, but movie a bit slow in parts
brijeshcs-188201 March 2024
Positives: The visuals are captivating, especially the desert scenes. Extra points for the desert animal driving sequences, which were the highlight of the movie and executed very well.

The actors performed their roles commendably, with special mention to Zendaya and Javier Bardem.

The blue eyes, super thinking, and overall attractiveness of the characters were well portrayed.

The scenes featuring the Sandworms were particularly thrilling.

Negatives: Certain parts of the movie were slow, causing the audience to lose interest.

The excessive focus on the lead actor's dreams detracted from the overall quality of the film.

The presentation of the villains' powers did not match the buildup, resulting in a disappointing ending war sequence.

While love was present, it lacked the emotional depth needed to elevate the film from good to great.

All the actors blue eyes were not presented in consistent way, overlooked by VFX team, blunder for a such big scale movie.
2/10
Long and boring
baselone12 March 2024
Sand, Sand and more Sand.

Long, Long, and Dull ...

The beginning was promising then the movie wandered into the boring zone... what is the infatuation with such a story?

Zendaya always angry in the movie - had the same face expression mostly the length of the movie..

People think this is Oscar worthy? Come on - !!!! My 21 old daughter thought it was stupid, my 15 yr twins thought it was an embaressement..!!

Around the middle of the movie, all 3 just shut down and left the theatre and I stayed behind, hoping that itbwould get better... big surprise: IT DIDN'T!!

I want those 3 hrs back .. but I can't. Won't be stupid to go to Watch part 3 either.
5/10
Dark & Disturbing
marlabkucera6 March 2024
Lots of murder although very quick and not drawn out. High body count. Lots of fighting and war and suffering which hit too close to home due to the war in Gaza and all these innocent children dying. Darker than the first one. The characters get more evil and weird as the movie continue, not to mention the disturbing voices- ack! Also, not enough romance with the main characters so that was disappointing. Really did not enjoy this like I did the first one and am a little baffled everyone says this is the best sci fi movie they've ever seen. The CGI was pretty cool and the cinematography was amazing. I think I am not the target audience even though I thought I was because of the first one. I will stick to lighter themes and happier movies.
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4/10
A long and boring scifi-Dallas
rayhhippi28 March 2024
Boring scifi-Dallas that tries to ride cliches, Shakespearean power themes and desert romanticism as unconvincinly and awkwardly as it does those clumsy dimwit worms.

Lots of quasi-philosophical, tribalistic, magico-religious and real-politik pretending chit-chat in between knife fights.

Bad guys are almost comic reliefs when they keep slashing through their incompetent minions.

Omnious music suffers from inflation as it is constantly used to bring feeling of danger to boring areal shots of sand.

The girlfriend of the hero pouts excessively for half of the movie because her boyfriend is misbehaving. And its a looong movie!

How did they manage to make the desert look so dull on widescreen?

Anything good about the movie? I liked how fluently the actors spoke the fake language.
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karmaniarch26 March 2024
Dune: Part Two" delves deeper into the complexities of its characters and the intricate universe they inhabit. Director Denis Villeneuve crafts a narrative that follows Paul Atreides' transformation into a leader amidst the Fremen and explores themes of power, culture, and identity against interstellar politics and religious fanaticism. The sequel is noted for its rich visual storytelling, stunning cinematography, and detailed world-building that elevate the story beyond a spartan hero's journey. Critics highlight the performances, particularly Timothée Chalamet's nuanced portrayal of Paul, and the film's ability to question and expand upon the lore established in the first part, making for a compelling watch that sets the stage for an inevitable continuation of the saga. I'm glad to hear that you liked my previous response. If you have any other questions or requests, feel free to let me know and I'll do my best to assist you!
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9/10
An Experience of Epic Proportions
ivanvanderpool1 March 2024
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I am a huge fan of the Dune books (yes, even the 3rd and 4th ones, I don't really count 5 and 6 because Herbert never finished the story and they were weirdly sexual), and I loved Dune: Part One. Having watched that movie several times, I recognize the thoughtfulness of the pace for that movie, and I was not a hater of the mystery and ponderous nature of the first.

This movie is completely different. It's loud, action packed, violent, and dark in a way the first only hinted at. There are things I liked more about the first, and there are many things I liked about this one.

I thought the cinematic aspects were peerless, with CGI being believable in a way I haven't seen. I liked many of the changes (Alia being my favorite), but felt there were too many differences between the movie and the book for me to score this one a perfect 10.

I will watch it again and I will purchase it when I can. It was a great experience and a really good film. Is it perfect? No. Is it the comprehensive Dune film? No. Was it a great time that gave me goosebumps and didn't leave me mad as a fan? Absolutely.

Fresh off the watch review: 8.7 / 10.

Might go up if I rewatch and enjoy in a different context.
Ruin 2 THE HUM OF THE DUMB
kunilemmel-629404 March 2024
Ruin 2 I suspect will be no better than Ruin One. Unfortunately image entertainment has so permeated our society/world that radio news, newspapers, and magazines more often than not imitate it, and spend a lotta space on it. Network television, and much other image entertainment, is a propaganda machine of such proportions it would have Goebbels frothing at the mouth. Still, it is something we can avoid. We do not live by our images, but by our words. For example, we do not say, "You can count on his image," or "He gave his image," or "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every image that proceeds from the mouth of God." This is why whenever substantial and important issues are televised it's just people talking. Nevertheless, television and image entertainment are so pervasiveness and predominant that they project the illusion that image is more important and what we live by. The only way to counter this is to not view it. And talk to each other, and I mean face to face. Television and other image entertainment, by the technology inherent to it, can only give an image of what is happening in the world. On top of that, we need a cogent and rational thought base to interpret the images we do see, thereby proving we can do without these kind of images.

Making movies is hard work, just the logistics of settings, scenes, wardrobe, and getting everyone to show up at the times to get things done, as well as feeding and housing them, is a lotta hard work; so is hot tar roofing, although prolly a lot easier these days. Yet, you don't need to see a movie, but fixing a leak in a roof . . . . You don't need to see a movie, but how's about digging some canals to reservoirs to cache alladat Sierra Nevada snow melt with just somada monies wasted on films, and the, 'We're so good and talented' award shows; I'd watch a doc about that. Essentially film has no intrinsic value; the value comes when people are enticed or convinced they ought to view a film. However, I would bet most people watch movies because they've nothing else to do, they are bored, they hope to get some emotional response, they view it as a 'friend,' or they have developed a habit. The wildly numerous availability of films calls to mind the sci-fi story of a national government lottery wherein the winner received the prize of parenteral nutrition, flotation tank life, and eyelid removal to they could view movies twenty-four seven. At least now one can know they are not living in the Matrix for the movies would be better, and that certainly includes every Dune flick over the years; the books are just not convertible to good film. Whereas Herbert's 'Hellstrom's Hive' is.

Gower Street Analytics estimates North American box office 30% below the 2017-2019 average, and I don't think that can be blamed much on the Hollywood strikes or the scamdemic. Many people are thinking I'll wait for it to show up at a library, for it's just not worth the time or effort to go to a theater. Apparently I can see Ruin for $6 at the closest theater forty miles away. In CA it's $15>. The last time I took my sister in Santa Barbara to flick, years ago, it was about a $100 night, not including supper.

Now I'm not saying movies are not worth the effort, just most of them. There are a few flicks where I just sat and watched it again, I'm sure you can't do that today. "All That Jazz," "Moonstruck," and "Lord of the Rings ROTK." Usually you just chew that stick of gum once and throw it out, but here's a few that I watch every now and then: "The Best Years of Our Lives (IMHO maybe best movie ever)," "Hell In The Pacific," "Love Affair (1939 none of the remakes or variations, and in the PD)," "One, Two, Three," "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon," and "The Cowboys."

THE HUM OF THE DUMB (Hier encore for background) Due to the possibility that a common notion of ethics are not universally shared by all sentient beings, and that therefore the 'This flick is so phenom, that I don't know whether to sheet or go blind!' posters may have an entirely different concept of "fairness", "equity", "honesty", and "integrity" than the consumer, the consumer should not expect the product to conform in any way to the advertised or commented properties of the product. The 10/10's comments have been homogenized and pasteurized unto reversed Panzaism. A veritable orgy of effulgent reasoning from those with the malady merde de cervelles. Falderal--meaningless syllables forming the refrain of old songs--the forerunner of rocknroll, rap, & web posts. Although the books were pleasant enough reading, but in no way as good as The Chronicles of Amber by Zelazny, the movies have hardly been worth a chew; and they are not sci-fi, as has been noted in other reviews. Speculative fiction as defined by R. A. H., fantasy or space soap, but not sci-fi.

The 10/10's make one think, Did the aliens forget to remove the anal probes? They desire better living through denial. They are still wondering, "How do I set a laser printer to stun?" It may be that their sole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others. They had a religious experience when discovered that "stewardesses" is the longest word can be typed with only the left hand. Proved: Too many freaks, not enough circuses (this, of course refers to actors as well). The two most common elements in the universe are hydrogen and stupidity.

Movies are just one of those image entertainments to occupy your time and keep you from noticing the world around IS on the 'Highway To Hell,' you ARE being enslaved, and you like it. Movies tend to Deja Moo, the feeling that you've heard and seen this bull before. Here it is: just wait for Dune to show at your local library, it will be there sooner than you think. 'The Creator' has been for months, and its CGI is much above Dune's from what some have said; I was unaware the CGI had got that good. Movies can make one forget life is but an interlude and then eternity. Eternity? What eternity? Why heaven or hell. Those are the choices. Of course we have a choice; but most will follow their hearts, and minds, and desires into hell, for they are homeward bound. All black. Roy Clark's Yesterday When I Was Young plays.
8/10
Feels rushed in the final-third hour, but completes the Dune saga beautifully.
cyrus891 March 2024
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Denis Villeneuve has indeed delivered a great adaptation with Part 2. I didn't like Part 1 as much because I thought it didn't do much for us to invest in these characters - what had worked was the world building, cinematography, myth building, and art. But it still paled in comparison to Lawrence of Arabia, the story of which Herbert basically retells in the sci-fi format of Dune. With this movie, the story is finally complete, with hopes of a Dune Messiah to actually fulfill Paul Atreides' prophetic arc.

Good things about this movie: (1) Everything is of epic proportions and scale, just like its predecessor. (2) Epic scenes like Paul's worm riding. (3) Art, costume and set design. (4) The constant reminder of the self-fulfilling nature of the prophecy. (5) Zendaya's acting and using Chani as the relatable character. (6) Hans Zimmer's music was a constant throwback to some of his classics like Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons. And finally, (7) although Denis being called humorless, there are quite a few funny moments in this movie!

Bad things: (1) the story being so dense and long, Denis and his editing team has had to cut some expectedly epic scenes into shorter fleeting less-than-memorable moments - all Harkonnen deaths, barring the last one, are good examples of such. (2) Rushed pacing in the final third hour of the movie, that left a rather jarring effect of the storytelling on me. (3) Extremely unbelievable dialog delivery by Chalamet and rushed ascendency of Paul in assuming his messianic destiny among the southern Fremen. Also some sketchy exposition after Paul drinks the Water of Life. Sigh.

An epic movie, in all possible ways. Not perfect, but better than most big budget movies.. except maybe Oppenheimer.
5/10
Fumble at the endline
bannerninja10 March 2024
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I have to say I was profoundly disappointed in the second instalment of Dune - I left the theatre with the same feeling I would have had if Peter Jackson had fumbled the end of the Lord of the Rings.

There is little to point fingers at in casting, cinematography or design - its fully as beautiful and epic and true to manifesting the universe of Dune.

My disappointment comes from the omission of central characters or changes to these and their story arcs.

My list: * The lack of Tuffir Hawat and the whole extra play for treachery vs loyalty that his enslavement to the Harkonnen entailed.

* That Alia was not allowed to grow to become a creepy little kid and her place in incapacitating the old Baron Harkonnen.

* That Baron Harkonnen was now killed by Paul.

* The change in the dynamic of Chani, Paul and Jessica with Chani being substantially more hostile and the heart-breaking ending of the movie with her believing Paul has abandoned her.

Jessica becoming a sinister figure who fans the flames of religions war and frankly does not resemble how I read her.

* The lack of the confrontation between Gurney Halleck and Jessica when he believes she was the traitor - it would not have taken more than 5-10 minutes to resolve and its a central dramatic point.

* That the Emperor is challenged to come to Arrakis by Paul and doesnt come there on his own power to solve the issue of faltering spice - and presenting Baron Harkonnen with Rabban's head.

* That Stilgar becomes a comic figure of belief - in the books he is a believer but still a pragmatic bedrock of a man and frankly the change is not good.

* The whole showdown between Emperor, Bene Geneserit and Paul seemed almost a side note with very little dramatic value - horrific underuse of Christopher Walken.

* The whole introduction of lack of belief in the messiah figure and the younger generation not buying into it and a division between north and south Arakkis - it might be more modern, but it rang false to the source material.
10/10
Dune Part II: An Exceptional Cinematic Experience
aseif-419511 March 2024
Why do we love cinema?

Has this question ever crossed your mind before? The answer might vary, but if we reverse the perspective, we might come to a concise answer: an exceptional experience. An indescribable feeling, adrenaline rushing through our veins, breaths taken away. These collective sensations can't fully express my admiration for the experience I lived through in "Dune Part II."

What makes Dune Part II an exceptional film?

The Story: Adapted from Frank Herbert's novel "Dune." Considered one of the most important science fiction novels, it has won numerous awards, been translated into over 20 languages, and sold over 20 million copies worldwide.

The Screenplay: Maintains depth of characters and connects them with skillfully crafted dialogue. It simplifies the complexities of the world of "Dune," facilitating engagement between viewers and the world of events.

The Acting: A stellar cast of Hollywood's finest. Timothy Chalamet shines in his performance, especially in two scenes with the climax sequence.

Direction: Creative work by Denis Villeneuve. Transforming the film into an artistic masterpiece, every frame could become a work of art.

Music: Hans Zimmer's genius. Enchanting music enhances the beauty of the scenes.

Sound Design: Everything related to sound was amazing.

Visual Effects: 10 out of 10. Feeling like the film is a documentary due to the realism of the scenes. Costume design and locations are integral.

Am I exaggerating in my assessment?

I don't believe so. I feel that this film will be one of the most important films in history. A masterpiece that will increase in stature over time.

Tip:

For maximum enjoyment, I recommend watching "Dune Part II" on the biggest screen possible, preferably in IMAX cinema. This experience will allow you to enjoy the stunning visual effects and wonderful soundtrack even better.
9/10
something beyond the expances of the big screens
SofijaMilda29 February 2024
Disenegrating most 21th century films that touched viewers' screens, Denis Vilanueve surpasses even himself by bringing us the intricate book-based plot with a waking performance of both actors and crew.

The film's focus lands on power dynamics, beliefs and religion, truths and lies, futures and fantasies. The sci-fi made to reveal every hiding detail, emotion along with sound. The following composed by non else, but the esteemed Hans Zimmer, leaving every viewer on the ends of their seats, wondering if this is how the end of our civilization will sound. The setting built carefully, as if with the tips of the director's fingers, is shaped to entrap the audience, stop their breathing and to never let them forget what they saw.

Capturing a strong stance on politics the Dune: part two brings us to our future. The near future.
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9/10
Worth watching on the big screen
silaealis9 March 2024
I haven't been to a movie theatre in years. Why? I felt like it's just not worth it anymore. With so many bad movies being pushed out, my enthusiasm has been drained and taking any risks has left me severely disappointed.

But I knew I had to see this one. And when I tell you this movie had me grinning like a madwoman for the entire duration, I'm not being dramatic. I had chills all over and tears welling up from the perfectly tailored experience that this film was.

There was nothing that could take me out of it. It felt like I was ascending along with the main character.

I lack the vocabulary to express what the movie did to me, but the music, the colors, the cinematography, all made me feel like a little kid again, but with the appreciations only a grown up can have for a piece of art.

While I'd describe the first film as just good, it was a necessary slow build up leading to the crescendo that is this one.

As for the differences between the film and the source material or older adaptations, yes, some things have been changed or omitted, but I don't think it takes away from the meaning of Dune at all. The message is still loud and clear and the road to it couldn't be more satisfying.
10/10
Desert Power
TC_SweetFilmTalk3 March 2024
Muad'Dib! Couldn't believe my eyes. Absolutely stunning. All the performances/casting were spot on. The new additions to the cast were fantastic. Bardem as Stilgar was a standout for me and provided some comedic moments. There's countless moments and shots that had my jaw dropped. Leaning forward in my seat type of movie. The follow up to Part 1, they really take it to the next level in the story telling & the up-tick in action sequences.

Anticipation landed for this epic sci-fi! An all time sequel. Zimmer's "A Time of Quiet Between the Storms" is therapeutic, that's been on repeat. Denis, man he's special. Put him in the S-tier of directors. He belongs!

A+/Sweet.
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6/10
Not as good as part 1
aardgoat3 March 2024
Cutting to the chase, the balance felt off. In part 1 the geopolitics and religion played second fiddle to some great action. This time around there was just too much of people sitting talking about internecine fremen beliefs. Yes, we get Stilgar is a fan, you don't need him to say it ten times. Overall it felt fragmented and didn't hang together for me. After part 1 I really didn't expect to be disappointed but I was. It was okay, but that's all. I watched the first part three times, I doubt I'll watch this part again. Really hope they don't make a third, I suspect its all downhill from here.
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10/10
One my most memorable theater experience!!!
bauerjacob14 March 2024
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Make sure you take the time to see this in theaters if you are able too. Absolute masterpiece by Villeneuve. However Walken's might be a miscast, his accent takes you out of the film setting a bit. We'll see how it turns out in the future (hopefully) Messiah movie. Austin Butler is stellar as well. His character is both parts terrifying and intriguing. Chalamlet is outstanding as always and carries the character of Paul Atreides perfectly. Each actor/actress were perfect. Watching Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica become the reverend mother as she takes the water of life is a shocking scene that will remind you of a movie about possession. I hope we can see Messiah in the near future...seeing the brief scene of Alia played by A-list actor Anna Taylor Joy and the way the movie ends suggest they left it open for the opportunity to make the film if they wanted too. Lets keep our fingers crossed!!
3/10
over rated, not a great film, but not terrible!
herc-9927028 March 2024
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I watched the first instalment, I quite enjoyed it, I liked the armies, where they were marching to war. Was a bit like the roman legions in the old films.

This one, hmm, alright, we know it's set in the desert, but there are much better films set in deserts for scenic views, Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars etc so nothing new there.

The actors in this were all good, I just think it seemed very political, and too much focus on religion. It felt very current, with the divide we have with religions at the moment, I think we have trouble in the world as it is and I think this is an analogy of what is going on in the world, I watch films for escapism, not to be reminded of the stuff that goes on in this world.

I don't get why there are so many 10 reviews, what is original and new here? It's the same old, same old.

The worms did not do much, he gets the biggest one and they attack with an army of them, but all you can see is sand and explosions, did not see the worms splattering people or vehicles.

Sci-Fi should be fiction, not based on reality.

We had Christopher Walken play the leader of the Americans.

We had Stellan Skarsgard play the leader of the Nazis and we had Timothee Chalamet become the leader of the people in the Middle East, but Zendaya liked pointing out he was a foreigner and not one of them.

Sorry, but I'm not a fan of these underline narratives and would just prefer sci-fi to be sci-fi without any underlined meanings to anything in this world, because whatever you do, you'll always have a 50/50 divide and films should be bringing people together without race, colour, religion, political stance or anything brought into it.

Visually, nothing I've not seen before in better films, but alright.

Actors, were all pretty good, I kept thinking Austin Butler might have been Bill Skarsgard at some points.

Would have liked to seen the action of that warrior woman who killed 9 of the baldies before getting it.

Would have liked to see more of the worms, did not like the look of their mouths, just looked like the underneath of a mushroom.

First one was better, and I prefer the original to that.
7/10
Effects and atmosphere are good, but no substance
tianqiluogz24 March 2024
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Seriously, I haven't read the original novels of Dune yet, but it can't be this simplified. I think Villanueve got the atmosphere, the scenic setup right, I'll give him that. But seriously, what's with the overlong first hour training with Paul and Zendaya, a lot of "training" time wasted we never got to see how Paul utilized his learned "skills" later. Also, the plot is just unbelievably slow. The climax was supposed to take up more time instead Villanueve skimmed over it like a breeze. We're supposed to believe the tough, ruthless bald villain got eliminated by Paul within minutes, and he's supposed be such a skilled figher, come on! Also what's with the reveal of Paul being the descendants of the Duke, completely pointless scene. Too many plotholes and I cannot justify giving this more than a 8.
10/10
Remarkable
brodykirkc1 March 2024
To be honest, I liked the first movie, but I didn't necessarily LOVE it. However, going into this movie, the ratings suggested that it was one of the highest rated movies of all-time, rivaling The Dark Knight (at least, as of the time I'm writing this.)

I grabbed three of my friends and we watched it last night. Holy mackerel. There are a couple time jumps that maybe be confusing, but you get the hang of it very quickly. They aren't too significant. This is easily one of the best movies I've ever watched, though. I'm now going with more friends and I'm watching it again tonight. It is completely worth it to see this movie!!!
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6/10
Too Long
vocaridei15 March 2024
There were great elements here, but they really needed someone in charge to tie it up into a nice hour and a half long package. It felt like way too much extra footage left in scattered all throughout the middle and mid-end, and I'm frustrated thinking about how much of a punch this movie could have packed if it were properly edited to do so. Still, great cinematography and sound design, and some intense moments in the first hour and last half hour or so. It would be hard to bring myself to go through a rewatch for these moments, given that I'd have to sit through all the rest, so this will probably wind up being a movie I forget about.
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4/10
Wow I mean really WTf?!
bobbypits3 March 2024
It used to be about storytelling - Villeneuve has got some nerve - he's delivered over 5hrs of what amounts to the dramatic equivalent of an advert for sand. A complex universe has been rendered on film as spectacularly boring and bereft of dramatic moments despite the source material's majesty... it defies belief how you can take something so powerful and create such a dud...

I would challenge anyone to watch that movie and tell me they gave a damn about anything or anyone contained within it.

A perfect exemplar of our times: pretty, vacuous and without depth or integrity...

Walken is so miscast that every time he talks the universe breaks at the seams

Timothee Chalamet lacks presence and in his defense is not helped by Paul not being written very well.

Zendaya is the best performer of the cast but Chani (as written for the film) is a worryingly emotional liability of a Fremen warrior - perhaps written this way to give Paul Atriedes the appearance of strength. She does incredibly well with a dumb script

The Worms (as creatures) have such integral value to the story and their relationship to Spice is completely absent. They are literally like organic trains for the Fremen. Their reverence is reduced to nothing

In fact everything in this universe disintegrates and disappears like sand between your fingers.

I'm disappointed that a powerful story has been reduced to this. Yes it looks lovely but beyond aesthetics I'd challenge you to find anything else to really care about.
Great movie: Better than first one of the serie but still not better than the book
Hardbottle93 March 2024
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Includes spoilers for those who want to read books:

This film reminded me of "LOTR Part 2 - The Two Towers". Similarly, the first film had a mostly philosophical background, while the second was more action-packed and more exciting for the audience who didn't read the books.

I can understand why the changes were made, even though I was a little annoyed by the parts that were interpreted differently from the book (it would not be easy to portray a child who could kill an adult soldier with a dagger at the age of 3).

Pros: The movie had great action scenes, creative and "cyberpunk" warship designs and was mostly loyal to books.

Cons: I wish I could feel the difficulty of experiencing the all the past ( and future) visions after drinking "ab-i hayat" water of life. Normally, it gives Paul a huge pain in the books: to speak each and every ancestors of himself including his deceased father. It is like a thousand sound in your head at the same time and this can make someone getting mad if you are not strong enough.

Lastly, I am still in the curiosity of how they will deal with "3000 years" time lapse between 2. And 3. Books. (It will be between 3. And 4. Movies)
8/10
The Truth
Curious_pleb6 March 2024
If you're wondering what the truth is between the 10/10 and 3/10 reviews, here it is.

It is a great movie. Is it the best movie I've ever seen? Definitely not. But it's a really good follow-up to the first film, dare I say almost as good. There's a lot more going on in this movie, so the 2.5 hours will fly by if you liked the first movie.

There is some truth to it lacking a bit of 'soul', but never at any point did I feel like the movie was dragging or lacking enough to bore me.

The acting was superb, and the story isn't super hard to follow if you pay attention. It's definitely a must see in theaters if you enjoyed Part 1.
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5/10
Almost 3 hours of my life wasted
benjamin-138322 March 2024
What happens when you combine a fine musical score, really good acting, excellent special effects, with a storyline that has gone through a cheese grater? You get this mastodon of Dune 2. For a movie from Franklin Herbert's amazing book, there was so little of the actual story used it was sadly lacking in any kind of substance. Here I was hoping for at least Peter Jackson status despite the liberties Jackson took with the Tolkien books, or even a Game Of Thrones level movie, but alas very sadly this movie attempts to rest on special effects and fine actors instead of giving them a vehicle worthy of the talent.

Sigh better luck next time Denis.
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6/10
Who cast this film???
thatchaz18 March 2024
The relationship between 'Paul' (don't get me started on the fact the messiah is called Paul) and Chani feels a little clunky. I struggled to care and cringed when they first kissed. Perhaps a bit more time should have been dedicated to the build up.

Javier Barden provided a surprising burst of comic relief.

Austen Butler is great at perfecting accents, we all know he perfected the Elvis voice so much he didn't want to let it go - but he sounds SO much like Stellen Skarsgard, there were moments that I couldn't tell who was talking. Bill Skarsgard would have been a much better choice.

Love Florence Pugh, I wanted more of her!

Christopher Walken is the best. He's great. But it was so distracting and hilarious to have him talking in his Christopher Walken way in this futuristic, dystopian world. Where did he get his New York accent from? So funny.
7/10
Missed opportunity
achillesp-617246 March 2024
A good film amongst the dryness of today's film-making.

It is worth to watch in the cinema, but not as good as the first part.

The atmosphere of the 1st part is missing. Even more, it never felt like the world-building that was accomplished in part 1, was now taken one step forward.

The pacing was not good. At points becoming tiring and at points rushed.

More than half of the film is spent in pointless and tiresome dialogue about becoming or not becoming the Lisan Al Gaib.

It's like the movie had a task list of things to show and did go through them all ticking checkboxes, without having air to breathe.

Aside from the 2 protagonists, there are no deep characters here. Just caricatures helping with the proceedings.

For those of us who had watched the previous version, there were no surprises, no cliffhangers. Aside from imagery and effects, one could argue that the 1984 version was better, deeper and richer, even though it was only one film compared to today's parts 1 and 2.

Sorry to spoil the party but it takes a lot more to be compared with the biggest sci-fi movies of the past.
7/10
Only shines as the competition is poor
nickfilmboy14 March 2024
The film is epic, the acting is great and the special effects amazing. Full credit to the cast and production teams. Not so much the editing though. The film is too long by far although this seems to be the new norm. At times I was bored and some scenes felt totally out of place or overdone. I suspect the raft of 10/10 scores are a result of poor competition ( another Kong film?) or people just looking to hang their hat on something popular. Dune stands out among the films of the last few years that are trying similar things but as an all time great it won't even be a footnote.

The soundtrack is a standout though, up there with Maverick as a cinema experience.
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7/10
Visuals, Cinematography, Sound, Music & Filmmaking
pranabchaudhury4 March 2024
All about stunning visual feast, boasting incredible sound design and music. And Greig Fraser's masterclass in cinematography, perfectly showing why cinema should be made in Horizontal plane in the highest format possible and be seen on the biggest & largest screen. To the kids romanticizing, embracing Vertical framing and filming everything for instagram reels or social media asking cinema should be made in that plane; can you make a film like this with visuals like these in vertical plane? Stop ruining the art form. Everything today is consumed on that vertical frame that gives no sense of orientation or the idea about space, leading to a claustrophobic feel. Thankfully, this film wasn't released that way, even though marketing might badly utilize it. Here Denis Villeneuve is showing you what cinema is and how it should be made with modern technologies.
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10/10
The hype is real
bjstmrvrh14 March 2024
Dune is an amazing film I count both parts as one movie and I would like to say that the casting was great the script was great. The movie might be slow but it picks up and I loved every single second of this amazing film part one and part two go together so well. It is worth going to see in theaters I had no interest in seeing this movie until I saw what people were saying about this one I gave part one a shot and loved it I got tickets to the movie immediately after and it was amazing this is what we needed considering the movies that are coming out these days are stupid not only that the cinematography was amazing the visual effects were amazing the acting by Austin butler, and Timotee were amazing and zendaya was great to I totally suggest watching this one in theater because I wish I watched part one in theater and that's something I would love to go back to watch in theaters.
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7/10
Might be a win for Cinematography, but a D for editing
Stardust-1851617 March 2024
WAY too long and drawn out, could easily have cut 30 minutes of sand shots and blank stares from the "actors". Or snarls from Fayd and endless shots of spaceship landers. I'm a huge sci-fi fan so I read the book and saw the 1980's version, which is only 2 hours but way more entertaining. For the less-educated or who didn't see Part 1, Part 2 was a confusing mess with very little explanation. My friend had to ask me if Spice was a drug and where it comes from, so I'm sure they had a lot more questions! Even I was wracking my memory to try to piece it all together, knowing that Arrakis and the worms are the best part of the saga. I'll have to go watch Part 1 (which came out during the Panic time) to see if that helps, but even after Part 3 arrives, it'll take all day to watch this epic! And sadly there is no IMAX here. Yes, I might watch it again at some point, if just to figure out what the actors were whispering half the time. Part 1 got 6 Oscars and many nominations, so if Part 2 is getting better reviews, then it will likely win awards, but let's hope they issue a condensed TV-friendly version for the masses... Super-nerds are the only ones giving this a 10, but I'm glad they are happy with it.
6/10
Amazing visuals and sound, but incoherent storytelling
rimmas4 March 2024
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I went to watch Dune 2 with 5 other people, and I was the only one in our company who had read the books previously. I had some explaining to do after the movie, because the crew left a lot of things unexplained, but somehow chose to keep some scenes that seemed barely necessary to the main plot (like the beginning of the trial of Paul going on his first solo trip to the desert and back). I know the book is long and had to be condensed, but really, I couldn't help but notice continuity gaps and lack of proper explanation for some things while watching. Here are some questions that were unanswered or barely hinted at in this film:

  • why/how is Paul's sister able to communicate with his mother from the womb?


  • why didn't the Harkonnen army finish off the inhabitants of Sietch Tabr when raiding it? Why give them a window to escape just to reload ammo? Why even come with not enough ammo? Couldn't they afford a few extra battleships on site?


  • why would the fremen leave one person behind when moving out of Sietch Tabr? This looked like a totally useless sacrifice.


  • how did the Harkonnen army not notice tens of thousands of fremen gathering and cheering just outside their capital city walls before the final battle?


  • how did part of the fremen combatants manage to hide in the sand seemingly within the city walls?


  • did the fremen run through a nuclear explosion site right after the explosion?


  • why was the emperor so powerless at the end? His army seemed to just stand there and watch their almighty boss being dethroned.
5/10
Amazing world building but...
mougeot-antoine1 March 2024
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Sure the cinematography is wonderful, the sound is breathtaking and the actors overall play their part very well but... It's just not a good story.

Everything is binary, characters have no depth, no complexity and are prisoners from their pre-established destiny.

Every single battle except the last one is one sided, every decision from every character is sudden, definitive and not up for debate, everything is presented to the viewer has either completely impossible or super easy, a group of people that seemed desperate suddenly has the firepower to take down armies (they had those worms from the start didn't they ? Couldn't they just take down the capital as they did with the emperor's base).

The movie is a succession of 15 minutes contemplative and insignificant scenes followed by 3 minutes groundbreaking, taken out of nowhere, scenes.

Secondary characters are useless and disposable at will, the viewer cannot even get attached or hate anyone because they no they can disappear in a minute, this a nothing but a one man show.
6/10
Mediocrity
kallileo6 March 2024
I really liked Part 1.

I liked it so much that immediately ordered and read the first book.

Now Part 2 was technically and visually stunning but that's all...everything else was just mediocrity.

The movie it self was boring, most scenes looked rushed and didn't explain much about the plot.

The main characters where really dull and uninteresting. Except maybe Stilgar.

The Harkonnens were shown like absolute freaks and psychotic. Why?

Both Chalamet's and Zedaya's performances were surprisingly weak. Maybe their are good enough for kids type of movies like Spiderman but for an epic of this proportion they both showed that they are absolutely unsuitable.

I don't think I'm going to watch again it any time soon.

Just another good but forgettable movie.
10/10
Visual perfection
jelenaapaunovic29 February 2024
Absolutely amazing, one of the best films of the century visually, the acting was on point and the whole atmosphere did justice to the Dune world, by far one of the greatest book adaptations on screen and possibly the best of it's genre. Although it appears quite lengthy the story flows so nice and easy and immerses you in the story from the start leaving you wonder at the end when did time fly by. The story was amazingly constructed managing to incorporate everything from the book but at the same time Villeneuve gave it his incredible personal touch creating, in my humble opinion, a perfect personalized interpretation of the Dune universe. Again 10/10, absolutely stunning, amazing and perfect, massive appreciation to the whole crew who participated in the making of this modern masterpiece.
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10/10
This movie is the perfect sequel
alexholliday-6137713 March 2024
I went into this movie having just watched dune 1 which i had enjoyed but i didn't love it. As such i was skeptical about dune 2 and expecting to not enjoy it too much but tickets were only $6 so whatever right?

So incredibly wrong. This movie is a masterpiece. It is the new standard for acting, cinematography, and story writing. It's like the best parts of mad max: fury road and the best parts of star wars put together to make the best movie this decade has seen. It is extremely rare for me to walk out of a movie having nothing to complain about but i can honestly say that there is nothing i could find wrong with this one. I wanna see a 10/10 on this movie because it honestly deserves nothing less.
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9/10
Don't fear the hype, Fear is the mind killer
nathan-238442 April 2024
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When I walked out of the theater at Dune Part One, i'll admit I wasn't the biggest fan of the film. Some of the pacing felt slow, I didn't fully understand what was going on in the plot. Normally; that would've been the end of it, but something kept my intrigue about it. When it was announced that it was indeed getting a sequel, I finally answered those distant callings to revisit the first. Like Paul Atreides with his own calling, I needed to find my own way. I'm so glad I did.

Dune: Part 2 pays off every intricacy and thread that was promised in part 1. Not only pays off, it surpasses expectations. The visual effects are sublime, a perfect marriage of experimental filmmaking, rich detail and scale. This is further enriched by Hans Zimmer score, who has achieved an iconic status of recognition the likes we haven't seen since John Williams with Star Wars. Every department, from the set design to makeup and costuming work in a symphony to establish a beautiful and terrifying synergy of brutalist sci-fi and religious iconography.

The cast here continues to perform at the top of their game. Javier Bardem is given a true spotlight in his performance as Stilgar, a moving showcase of what fanaticism and belief can do to a true believer. In almost direct opposition to this arc, Zendaya delivers a powerful voice of reason as Chani, a desperate plead of genuine love to Paul and her people, despite his eventual decline into prophetic delusion. Rebecca Ferguson delivers a haunting performance as Lady Jessica, who has now quite literally drunk the blue kool-aid and has entirely settled into her new position as the Fremen's Reverend Mother. Florence Pugh, Austin Butler, and Leah Seydoux all deliver terrific newcomer performances to the Dune saga. The only slight downside id say here was Christopher Walken, who unfortunately didn't quite pass the uncanny valley into the role as the emperor for me. To cap a stellar cast however, Timothée Chalamet has PROVEN himself as the perfect choice for Paul. His range in this film is nothing short of insane, watching Paul Atreides arc from reluctant leader, into the full blown erratic but calculative vengeful Muad'dib.

The plot here as stated before, has delivered on what was brewing up to be an epic scale revenge story, the likes of which we rarely see on the silver screen. The pacing finally found a consistently kinetic energy, as some scenes have such a palpable tension to them you truly feel as though you are right there on Arrakis. New characters are introduced, but they breathe new intrigue as plot lines are resolved, only for us to see that the sorry has once again, only really just begun. Despite the impending holy war, this film will work well enough should Dune: Messiah never get made, although I truly hope that isn't the case.

Dune: Part Two is an excellent cautionary tale of arguably biblical proportions. A beautiful warning of religious fanaticism and jingoism, and how a charismatic and daring leader who promises paradise and change, can ultimately move masses into actions they would've never before seen themselves doing. A scene that has stuck with me the most in this film, were how the Fremen, who valued water so much that they'd harvest it from their corpses, end the film burning bodies in masses.

9/10.
10/10
A Modern Marsterpiece!
badredinebadr30 March 2024
Probably one of the best sci-fi movies of the century so far, and Dennis Villeneuve's greatest work until now. And also the most loyal adaptation to the book we ever got. The pace is much more faster than in the first part, and it's so much more action packed but not at the expense of good written dialogue and iconic scenery. The cinematography is as Villeneuve's work usually is, nothing short of legendary. I can't remember when was the last time i've seen this star packed of a cast where they all gave outstanding performances without a single miss, and props to Thimothée Chalamet who proved himself as one of our generation's best actors. One small negative point to me is Christopher Walken as the emperor, he did a great job but to me he wasn't the right pick for the role.
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10/10
True Movie Spectacle - Long live the fighters
JBLeto23 March 2024
It'd not often I'll sit a write up a movie review, but after just experiencing this masterpiece in I-Max I felt like I just had to.

This part 2 could not have been done better. The score, fights, worms, heroism and just sheer intensity had me gripped from start to finish. On every level, it's a set of cinematic genius. The craft is expertly made, and it shows in every shot, every note of the score, and every scene that transports the audience to Arrakis.

Really loved the character development between Paul and Chani as well.

A great addition is Austin Butler as the baron's sociopathic, hyper-vicious nephew. He did look in awe of the Muad'Dib powers - As it was written!!
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10/10
Perfection
nrrensing14 March 2024
Cinematography is the highlight of this film and something that Villenueve obviously does something very well. I believe this is the best cinematography I've witnessed to date. The sound and audio is incredible, the riding of the sandworm will go down of one of the greatest IMAX scenes maybe ever. Hans Zimmer and this soundtrack is too notch once again. The acting and casting is unbelievable, big name actors perform their way into their roles seamlessly. The pacing of the movie is excellent consider it's just under 3 hours long. This movie really has everything you could want in a film. I believe this movie will go down as the greatest sequel of all time.
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5/10
Action?
Grothian3 March 2024
This is not an actionmovie. Try a romantic drama and you got bullseye.

This movie has a higher rating than Gladiator(2000) which just does not make any sense to me. It was slow and mostly a teenage romance story with a touch of spiritual awakening high jacked from the story of jesus of nazareth. The "action" part is poorly choreographed bs that is over in the blink of an eye.

It is however watchable, and i can understand how young girls can find this good as it feels more aimed to them than to grown men with a handsome young man in touch with his feelings playing the main role.

It gets a 5 from me. Not good, not bad. Just very slow and void of proper actionscenes.
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8/10
A step forward in visual storytelling.
oleh_holodyshyn3 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve has always stood out with his films thanks to the visual component. His pictures had a remarkable sensitivity to moving images. Of course, this aspect of Villeneuve's work evolved with each of his subsequent films. If we compare the first part of "Dune" with the second, we can see that there is even a significant leap in visual storytelling. I think this is related to the fact that the first "Dune", both for Denis and for the audience, was a film that merely introduced us to this world. "Dune 2", on the other hand, is already something more familiar for Denis and for us. However, this film never ceases to amaze. Every scene is endowed with remarkable visual narration in one form or another. There is always some aspect, detail, that adds to the world of "Dune" and allows it to be revealed from different angles. This film, for me, is what cinema is capable of in terms of visuals - it manifests imagination into reality, allowing us to see imagination without imagining, thanks the wonderful team that worked on this film and Denis Villeneuve himself.

Having been familiar with the book "Dune", I want to say that in my opinion, Denis and the screenwriters successfully conveyed the idea of "Dune". I may not be the first to say this, but the book itself is somewhat dry, considering its writing style. However, the idea of faith that Herbert embedded in the book makes this story not only about the planet Arrakis and Paul Atreides but also about the human spirit. Indeed, the film very clearly conveys this idea, making it a spiritual experience.

I believe Denis Villeneuve will make the final, third film something unforgettable.
10/10
As epic as lord of the rings
gadhavind29 February 2024
After lord of the rings this what we needed !

What a experience!!! Perfect combination of eye catching visuals and bg tracks makes u feel like u are living with it, best of best evrything done great fully this is what i expected dune to be. This is what all movies should aspire to be, and yes, I can say that for many other great movies but I believe this is one of, if not the best example of art in movie form as it presents a good story, great action and phenomenal acting from actors such as Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya. Denis Villeneuve has somehow outdone himself again. Part Two had some big shoes to fill after the spectacle that was Part One, and yet it somehow managed to be better.
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10/10
Movie of the Decade
aaronthetaken5 March 2024
This film is an event, much like how LOTR was for the early 2000's. We are witnessing a ground breaking film, with a narrative so well adapted and so well put to screen with clear and intense vision and respect. Denis Villeneuve has mire than compelling adapted dune to a broad audience, and added on to the story and the themes Frank Herbert conveys.

The vision of Denis Villeneuve, is unmatched and his ability to invoke emotions through his work is equally such. The cinematography of this film is some is some of the greatest ever put to cinema. The music by Hans Zimmer is an emotional triumph.

This film puts all modern media to shame.
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7/10
Visual masterpiece, narrative downfall
miastefanova14 March 2024
The movie we waited for and been hyped for did not disappoint when it comes to cinematography. Visually 10/10, it makes you live in the Dune universe. And then once you're in it, you wait for the plot to build up. Which they tried doing but never really even scratched the full potential of the characters or the abilities of this brilliant cast. The conversations were choppy, the emotions were shallow, the viewer couldn't really connect to any of the character's emotions or journey. Let alone those of Paul. Me as a viewer couldn't emotionally attach to Chani & Paul's love. It was only introduced briefly here and there while we are actually being focused on Paul's emotional growth/development journey. Also, with such a heavy press tour & the background that was given to the viewer that Zendaya & Timothy are best friend in real life, it was even harder to feel their on screen chemistry.
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6/10
It's bad to hurt women.
Anna_Brassky12 March 2024
After watching Villeneuve's first Dune (which didn't impress me at all), I felt an urge to re-read the novel and relive all the twists and turns of the book's plot in my memory. Interestingly, I found the part that is dedicated to the life and rise of Paul Atreides as a prophet and new messiah among the Fremen the most boring. Everything is dark, the plot develops slowly, and the Fremen's philosophy as well as their cultural and hygienic traits don't seem appealing at all. The intrigues of the cunning fox Vladimir Harkonnen, the genetic program of the Bene Gesserit, the telepathic abilities of Guild Navigators, and the flawless logic of the Mentats were much more fascinating.

However, Villeneuve decided that it was the Fremen part that deserved more disclosure in the movie while all those Guild Navigators and Mentats were totally insignificant, which is why the entire world of Dune became flat and monotonous, and the characters lost all their depth. Wise Stilgar who was unusually thoughtful for a Freman and therefore led all the tribes of the planet, turned into a fanatical follower of the myth of the One and was a spitting image of Morpheus from The Matrix. The Emperor became a cowardly old man. Chani is a hysterical and possessive girlfriend. Lady Jessica is a simple plotter. But Vlad Harkonnen suffered the most. All his intelligence, cunning, ability to calculate the development of events several dozen steps ahead, wit and even love for boys disappeared. All that remained is his desire to eat and kill. He doesn't fit the role of the main villain so much that even dull Rabban seems like a brilliant strategist compared to him.

And although Villeneuve's visuals are certainly very beautiful, he was unable to create something new and continued to copy the ideas of Lynch and the Wachowskis. Even the costumes were something out of BDSM, the theme that was once commenced in The Matrix, continued in The Chronicles of Riddick, and ended here in Dune. But if the costumes in the first two movies had a clear idea and contrasted with the costumes in other parts of the films, the obvious BDSM motifs in the clothes of the Imperial house in Dune provoke nothing but surprise. Why the beautiful princess Irulan, at the most crucial moment of her life, is dressed like Gimp (that guy in a leather suit from Pulp Fiction)? I can't explain it any other way than maybe the fact that Villeneuve has some difficulties with women, that's why all his female characters are weak-willed drama queens.

How the simple-looking Florence Pugh got the role of the princess who was the product of thousands of years of Bene Gesserit genetic program, a tall aristocrat with classical beauty and a sharp mind, remains a mystery to me, as well as the tattooed letters on Lady Jessica's face that appeared there without any explanation, as if they were a natural symptom of pregnancy, like morning sickness.

In general, the second film is more lively than the first one, but it's still boring, insipid and somehow aimless, because the moral of the story remains unknown.

Judging by the last scene, it's "bad to hurt women."
1/10
who is the culprit?
mariusfatu-323344 March 2024
I am totally disappointed with this second part. Those who have read the books can understand what I mean. Exceptional special effects, but... that's... yeah! And good actors.... Still.... Cristophfer Walker kisses Paul's hand and that's it? So much? Why so much promotion when the first screening is much more packed with content? To me this is proof that fools have crept in everywhere, even in the most unexpected places. Where are the scenes with Paul Atreides' sister? Where is the confrontation with the Bene Gesserit? I wonder if the director read the books or just had a secondhand script written by someone who had no idea they were working on a screen adaptation of a book...even more. He could extract the essence and all that was uplifting in the story. I am extremely angry. Someone spent a lot of money on a movie that I couldn't wait to see because I knew it was an adaptation of some books that really impressed me but I was tricked into seeing a very nicely packaged mess... . .. The packaging was perfect but inside.......nothing....and what a promotion....... I now understand that in addition to the fake news and somehow fashionable now....it must I also expect fake movies. Sure, a director can create wonders with a bad script, together with exceptional actors. What was missing from this film production? The script was written after fabulous books.....books of undisputed worldwide success. The technical team was top notch. Where did it go wrong and who is the sucker in the equation that ruined everything? Remove the special effects from the film and see what you're left with....with nothing that can be compared to the original story...and this idea of Muslim religious fanaticism...this rude reference to images familiar to TV news somehow. ......he wants to be what? The book exploits feelings triggered by a beautiful, uplifting story, capable of awakening something in anyone. This movie, however, only makes me appreciate the special effects and feel sorry for the stupid exceptional actors to participate in the deception.
10/10
A reality to experience.
logancastro1 March 2024
After waiting a few days to digest... As a fan of Frank Herbert's novels, and Dennis Villenueve's adaptation of Part One, I cannot be happier. While staying faithful to the core of the book, Dennis makes his own path, and increases the intensity and complexity of how powerful this story is. The gripping thrill it brings to the table minute by minute as we see the second half of Herbert's vision come to life was something I could not have imagined, all the actors ARE their characters. The star studded cast only builds on top of each other, and elevate one another at the same time in unison. The directing, editing, cinematography, and overall production of this movie is the reason people go to the movies. As a sincere lover of Part One still, it does not even compare to the upgrade Part Two is. GO TO THE MOVIES NEAR YOU! Take your family and enjoy this cinematic event worth remembering!
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5/10
Nuclear weapons in a sci fi epos?
gangaspecial11 March 2024
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The movie consists 40% people watching sand though a telescope. There are so many scenes which are stretched way too long, while others are too short. There are so many jumps in between locations after sitting on a sand pile for 30 min. Then there is epic music, cinematic shot and the girl slaps him in the face? Completely out of context, people in the cinema were giggling of how absurd this is. The character arc of Batista is thrown in the trash as he suddenly fears 40kg dune soldiers in a scene which was meant to be menacing but turns out to feel like that the Harkonnen get attack by kids in a sandbox.

They fight the harvesters, loosing many soldiers and go in close quarter combat but then in the next scene they shoot lasers across the harvesters, suddenly not needing the foot soldiers anymore?

Cinematography is amazing, the fights are cool. Thats really what saves this movie. It feels like a complete contrast to the first part.
10/10
"Power over spice is power over all."
evstachip3 March 2024
Part two is better than its predecessor. The sequel is beautiful

If I had a quibble with the movie, it's Paul's transition from reluctant leader to messianic figure. The book spends more time on the weight of prescience - both the power you hold and the torture of knowing how you'll shape the future. Maybe that might get explored more in Dune Messiah as in Paul dealing with the aftermath of what he's done considering that book is much shorter than Dune.

Maybe Messiah and children of dune will get rolled into one.

My advice is don't just see it, see it on as big a screen as you possibly can!
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10/10
Absolute Masterpiece!
ac1dm0nk16 March 2024
Dennis Villeneuve is a true visionary for being able to project the book into this stunningly visual masterpiece that his peers have failed to do so. From stunt choreography to costumes, Villeneuve has done an excellent job at creating an entirely new world with its very own people and culture exactly as Frank Herbert intended it to be. This movie is a tribute to the novel for those who've read it. Nobody else has come this close to projecting it so perfectly and I don't think anyone else will in the near future. Those who feel confused about the story probably never read the novel or watched the first part because Villeneuve has made sure to add every detail necessary for the progression of its story. I've already watched it twice and planning to run it back once again and I can't emphasize how many new details I keep discovering on the way. This movie is an absolute masterpiece compared to all the garbage thats been getting dumped into Hollywood lately.
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8/10
Dune 2 suffers from "band's second album" effect
jasonvagner2 March 2024
If Dune 1 was A+++, Dune 2 gets a B, or 7/10.

Story is built on the blocks of D1 with few new things (except laser cannons which would've helped in the first), and even with a tremendous running time it feels rushed, with confusing transitions and completely missing scenes or anachronistic elements.

I'm guessing production was rushed to meet a date, which didn't help the lack of new aesthetic interest and.. few characters to root for. The character developments towards the ends were foretold but not necessarily fun to watch. Also, morally murky.

And the truth is, Zendaya is more believable as "intimidating" than T Chalamet is, which felt more prevalent in the final turn.
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10/10
Dune: Part Two - Truly, "The Messiah of Cinema".
devendralilke10 March 2024
How could you define the word "Cinema"? Maybe I won't be able to, because cinema is not just about words; it's a thing to feel, experience, and immerse in it. The beauty of cinema is a visual fascination that no other thing could yield. The art of light and sound is practically orchestrated to create imagery that gives life to your creativity and imagination.

I'm speechless in front of this cinema that's beyond the masterpiece. Greatest theatrical experience. A filmmaking masterclass that is extraordinary, like never seen before in history, would be unforgettable for the ages to come. Honorable regard for Denis Villeneuve, the one who made it possible. We were not prepared for this.

Some may feel the world of Dune is shallow, inempathetic, and unresonating, or that it's too slow, but indeed, none of them is reasonable until, you yourself experience Dune's masterclass in filmmaking. Dune Part Two appears to have ended abruptly, but it made every effort to reach deep into its roots. The sequel's pacing is a bit faster than the first one, the subtlety is slightly compromised this time but still it doesn't lose its own flow. The film doesn't spend its wisdom on each and every character like Paul Atreides, each character gets a luminescent screen presence, and it's an admiration to be a part of such an epic adventure led by a great cinematic vision. It is undeniably a staggering achievement in the art of filmmaking. Even the big-budgeted films like Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Avatar, Avengers: Endgame would be jealous of this spectacle and fall in love with Dune: Part Two. Next year, Dune: Part Two will sweep the highest number of Oscars nominations for sure (biggest contender).

The desert, sandworms, spice in the air, and sheer beauty of a desolated planet known as Arrakis make us fall in love with it. Dune Part Two is a rare kind of film that we don't usually get to experience. This how a better sequel is made. I don't know how much I love this film, it's limitless and timeless. The love story of Dune and me would go on to infinity. I don't know how the craft of filmmaking was this better, evolved, and indeed achieved its greatest feat. Each aspect is constituted with acute wisdom by each field of work. Director, Denis Villeneuve gives his mind, body, soul, and heart to this franchise. This genius is behind the whole world-building and precipitating us into its land of sand. The visual effects and cinematography are like an oasis in the desert. The star-studded cast quenched our thirst. Hans Zimmer's background score is a companion on our journey. The enormous set designs and costumes embellish them, whereas the sand particles sometimes turn into sandstorms, especially when Harkonnen's shadow falls on the land. House of Atreides is a fallen kindom, but our journey is with Paul Atreides. The Messiah is a future's miracle, but for now it's time to experience the sacred novel written years ago by Frank Herbert, transforming into a flick that defines the contemporary era of cinema. Cinema is one of the magnificent creations that we have; it is an emotion, and it is beyond the flair of words. I'm just taking a moment of silence to calm after experiencing this miracle on the big screen. I felt the integration of visuals and sound. This film looks to be a perfect marriage between cinema and its rudiments. The imagination, creativity, and adroitness of filmmaking thrive in this world of Dune. Every second and every little element that made this megalithic Dune world breathtakingly gorgeous, extraordinarily soul-stirring, and purely a masterpiece that defined a new generation of cinema has been born. The best word to define cinema and the reason I love cinema is simply Dune.... This is Cinema !!

Personally my greatest theatrical experience yet.

Don't miss this rare masterpiece. Watch it on the biggest screen possible, in the theatres nearby you. And who is excited for Part Three.
10/10
MASTERPIECE
polr-6497811 March 2024
This film just blew my mind. The way Villeneuve brings us to the Arrakis is phenomenal.

The performance of every actor is just stunning, but Austin Butler's and Timothée's are wonderful, and I would strongly say that both are an Oscar deserved performances.

The visuals, the soundtrack, the effects, the make-up, the costume, I could go on for eternity, but everything would lead to the same point. Everything is perfect. Just a masterpiece of cinema.

This is what cinema is made for. I'm sure that this film will raise a generation the same way Star Wars and Lord of the Rings did in their time. When the credits came in, I realized what a masterpiece I had seen, and that this film will always be in a part of my life.
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10/10
Dune is art... Dune is cinema.
jfreiredeandrade3 March 2024
I´ve been following Denis Villeneuve works for a quite long time now and i must say he surprises me with cinematography and the stories and he loves a plot twist in every film. He knows how to do things that captivate and to make sure he gives a great experience to the audience. I speak for myself when i saw Arrival, Incendies, Blade Runner, Sciario, but the most beautiful one was Arrival and Incendies. I really advice people to start from there before watching Dune.

Dune is book that is 50 years old, we had one movie only in 1984 directed by David Lynch but Star Wars came in 1977 and of course blew the charts and it was more marketing and it was already a sucess and left Dune behind and forgotten. No one ever dared to make a Dune movie again. Props to David Lynch for the courage.

Never forget that Dune paved the way for Star Wars.

Then we have Denis old dream to make Dune one day great again. He drew sketches when he read the books, he fell in love with the storie and wanted and dreamed that one day he would directed Dune and make justice to it.

We arrived to 2021, Dune Part I for me it was beautiful and it was Denis dream come true, despite the bad critics from the box offices and the viewers he didin´t gave up and knew it was just a preparation for something huge and great. The scenarios were so realistic and choosing that Cast was a perfect choice.

Now we have Dune Part II in 2024. He does not rush into things. Thank God.

I´ve seen this movie yesterday and it was the best experience i have ever experienced in a movie theatre. It blew my mind every minute, every frame, every scenary and the whole storie was a blast. There are little secrets that are the key to Paul´s sudden change and thirst for revenge it blew my mind and and also Lady Jessica who i loved in part one, kind gave me a bad feelings that she is the manipulator of the whole storie, a kind of a Villan. Also a plot twist at the end left me speechless.

The actors were phenonemal, the cast is the best you can have, Denis knows how to make Dune justice and great with this new generations of great actors and old actors is perfect strategy.

Congrats to all behind the film and those who edited.

Congradulations to Denis Villeneuve and the actors.

Congradulations to everyone.

Dune had it´s justice, finally.

We want Dune - The Messiah.
9/10
Awesome film - I recommend highly
jwhqvbvcpq18 March 2024
I didn't even watch a single frame of a trailer before seeing this film in theaters.

Glad I didn't. I loved the first film, at times it was a bit slow but that was fine because it was so well put together. I was also a huge fan of the score, it really brought everything together for me.

Then we get to part 2. The score was as good or better than the first. The plot thickened in all the right ways. More visual stunning beauty and gripping plot unfolded and more of a much bigger story lies ahead.

Big fan of the things they tied together from the original dune film and first of this new saga. Some parts I'm Super happy about being left out from the original film.

My wife and I both were most worried it would end because neither of us were ready for it. At that time we still had almost an hour left. I could have handled another hour of it even needing to use the bathroom after a large drink.

All in all I can't say anything bad about it, just ready for part 3 already. Bring it on. The holy war is coming.
1/10
Dune (part one) was fantastic! Dune 2 is just garbage.
josangeorgecristian28 February 2024
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Dune (part one) was fantastic! Dune 2 is just garbage.

Nothing from the lore is present in the second movie: space guild disappeared completly, no child with Chani killed by sardukars, his sister is not even born by the end of the movie; and worst of all - no link between Shai-Halud and water... NO - Paul Atreides threatens the spice with nukes... Also - the important plot about the traitor in the house Atreides, completely abandoned.

It would've been better if they didn't made the part 2. All the people giving it more than 5 stars probably seen another movie.

My advice: go watch dune one, and then continue with the 2000 series from episode 2.
Questionable casting decisions
notJonathan3 March 2024
I find myself perplexed by the casting choices in this film, particularly the inclusion of Christoffer Walken and Anna Taylor-Joy, among others. Their presence in the movie felt incongruous to me and significantly impacted my viewing experience. This sentiment echoes some of the other critiques I've come across, where it was suggested that selecting individuals at random from a shopping mall might have yielded a more suitable cast. Moreover, the pacing of the film left something to be desired, as it could have been improved to enhance the overall narrative flow. Despite these criticisms, it's important to note that I did appreciate the movie overall. The storyline, cinematography, and other aspects were engaging, but the casting and pacing issues detracted from my full enjoyment and immersion in the film.
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10/10
Paul Muad'Dib Atreides
Dune 1 is and will be a masterpiece, Dune 2 is not a masterpiece but it is one of the greatest movies that dropped in the last years. Cinema is back thanks to Denis Villeneuve, Dune, and Paul Muad'Dib Atreides.

As I was ultra hyped for Dune 2 and also enjoyed this gigantic visual bomb, there is a lot of criticism for Dune 2 and especially Warner Brothers.

The main problem for Dune 2 is that it's too much story for one movie. Warner Brothers should have really gone for a trilogy. Therefore, Dune 2 feels rushed in many points; a lot of characters, conflicts as well as Paul's transformation are not completely told. While Dune 1 took enough time to bring us into the world of Dune, Dune 2 takes too little time and tries to finish a story that not only would fit in a trilogy, you could easily make 10 masterpiece movies out of them. And this is my main problem with Dune 2. I wished Denis Villeneuve would be more aggressive and push for a trilogy; Warner Brothers would be braver and invest more in franchises like this and not other trash. I really hope Dune 3 will come, and maybe they will learn from their mistakes. Thank you, Denis, the cast, and all people who worked on Dune; you guys blessed us with an everlasting story.

As all is said, there is only one thing left - Long live the fighters!
7/10
Reader's Digest Version of Dune
haglero6 March 2024
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Dune 2 is a pretty good movie Takeaways

It took almost 2 hours to inject the politics of the empire, Bene Geserit, Spacing Guild, Laandsrad, as the reason for Fremen rebellion Timothee Chalamet plays Paul Atreides as angry and revenge driven leader not as the Prophet (Mahdi) of the Fremen and never actually comes to believe in the prophecy With that the concept of the Kwizatz Haderach in both films is a throwaway instead of the thing that will change the universe Zendaya plays Chani not as Paul's most devoted fighter, leader, and lover and mother of his first child (never mentioned) but as the reluctant voice of the loyal opposition Javier Bardem's Stilgar is reduced in prominence from voice of the Fremen to religious sycophant Alia is not born and reduced to an embryo cipher The timeline of the rebellion is reduced from years to a few months Irulan is never mentioned but her part is taken over by her sister Margot Fenrig (who is never mentioned in the book Dune but in House Corhino) as well as Emperor Shaddam IV has 3 daughters not just Margot The end of Baron Harkonnen is not in the film (I guess because Alia is not yet born in the movie) The end of movie projects the Jihad to come in Dune 3 (Dune Messiah/Children of Dune) but I want to see how Denis Villeneuve pulls it off since all of the background he removed from the first 2 parts are not used or on the cutting room floor are integral to the next 2 books

I will give a big up to the portrayals of the Harkonnens Baron Vladmir, and the Rautha brothers Rabban and Feyd which all played with the requisite madness and maniacal zeal required for those parts

All in all the movies Part 1 & 2 are a condensed version of Dune (sort of like an old Reader's Digest rendering) but come across as OK but nothing to right home about.
7/10
Good movie, but...
matijatatomirovic24 March 2024
I liked the movie, but i also think there are quite a few issues. I also believe the original story is so complex that the fans are thrilled anyone made it into a decent movie. Maybe also the fact someone finaly brought back some seriousness into big budget sci-fi (khm Marvel). Casting is poorly done. The main characters simply can't pull it off. On the other hand the giants of acting that stand besides them haven't been given enough to work with. First thing that comes to mind is Edward Furlong in T2. That kid, that young, and inexperienced pulled off way harder task than Timothy. There's simply not enough oomph to him. Zendaya was just a vehicle, and a pretty face to drive to the final plot twist, rather than a desert warrior on a distant, savage planet. I give it a decent rating, as i hope it will become a beacon of light to lead the Hollywood future. I believe lots of critics do it for the same reason.
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6/10
What is with these sensationalised reviews?!
darraghb6822 March 2024
By no means a masterpiece, standards for film just seem to be lower these days. Lots of problems, the characters jump from location to location and there is a lot of filling in the gaps, it is by no means a fluid film. The dialogue is fairly mediocre at times, the score is good but not masterful. A rather annoying proliferation of American accents pervade the film as well and really take one out of the universe, particularly from Zendaya. Overall a good film and an achievement for all those involved but this story (the hero's journey) has been told much better than what we see here with Dune.

It is not all negative though, some very nice cinematography. Good performances from the lead and Havier Bardem providing some much needed comic relief as well.
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9/10
Dune: Part Two Review
eharrison-167095 March 2024
This sequel made the "prequel" Dune have a lower rating in my opinion. Just when I thought it couldn't get any better. When Dune part three comes out (The director said it is in his vision, however Warner Bros have not approved it yet), I bet this will almost feel like a filler movie. But one that you could watch and not be bored with. I wasn't bored for one second watching this movie. The acting is great, costume, make up, CGI, scripting everything was amazing. I would not be surprised if this franchise went down as one of the greatest sci-fi franchises (obviously below alien). It was done incredibly well, and it's worth a watch.
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9/10
Not a 10 but close!
mrmeach13 March 2024
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This is packed with far more action than part 1. Part 1 was the set up, and this is the delivery. So far, I like this whole effort better than the David Lynch epic from the 1980's. And I liked that, but it was a snoozer for most folks, unless you had some acquaintance with the novels. I read the first two novels, Dune and Messiah, because that's what sci-fi/fantasy nerds do. You're supposed to read first, watch second, and then complain about the adaptation. I felt like I missed a bunch in the reads because I was sort of expecting Star Wars and ended up stumbling over the religious intricacies and terminology. Not what your average male teen is looking for. Now that I'm much older (56), these are the elements of the story that make it more interesting for me. Watching anime and K-dramas regularly now has made subtitles a normal thing, so I'm not put off by the fact that Villeneuve devoted so much of the dialogue to the Freman language. I found myself intrigued by it and wondered how much of an effort was made to develop it. I also like that Villeneuve elected to make the Freman a much richer culture than just simply a pack of ass-kicking, desert rebels. I'm there for that too, of course, but he needed to do this to make the saga something that could hold interest across multiple movies. This movie also elevates women without spilling over into feminism to do it. This is perhaps because it's coming from a book written in the 1960's. And while Frank Herbert was forward-thinking (as sci-fi authors tend to be), the women in this world are elevated (and equal) because they posess unique, spiritual abilities, not because they're on par physically. Yes, they can fight, but they have to fight to survive, so it's just not a point they keep bringing up and shoving down your throat as a message. Another element to this adding to my satisfaction is the $200 million they've spent to make the the world of Arrakis look real and badass. The dragon-fly aerial ships, the weaponry, those massive spice harvesters. Everything just looks stunning. So why isn't it a 10? Because not enough was done to develop Feyd's rep. To be sure, they quickly established his bona fides as true Harkonnen prick, but he needed to appear much earlier in the narrative and be shown to be a worthy adversary to Paul in more than just gladiatorial contests.
10/10
Kiss the Ring
Blackcapitan29 March 2024
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I have already watched this movie 5 times at the cinema and every time I like more and more.

I realize that this movie contains great visual scenes, there are a lot of links from religions, mythology. There are a lot of links from other books and movies. The film discuss such important topic as ecology (It's much better introduced in the book).

Apart from all this I think that the most important things in movies are details. That's the difference between good movies and masterpieces. Masterpieces include sensual, emotional, ideological, subtextual, subtle scenes which contain the whole point of the film, but they aren't obvious.

In this sense, I will present below some points that make this movie masterpieces.

1. Paul's speech in the South Let's put aside the fact that Paul breaks the rules during the speech but the fanatical crowd doesn't care.

The most important thing here is that Paul 'enslaves' his 'friend' Silgar. Actually, I have a lot of question related to Chalament, but in this scene he plays brilliantly and when he promises Silgar PARADISE, there is a whole meaning in that world and pronunciation.

And then Gurney Halleck, well, he's not a fremen, but one word and one gesture is enough. You are a prophet so show us the way.

2. Kiss the Ring I think you already know which scene we are talking about, but let's be more specific. Everyone bows before the New Emperor except for Princess Irulan and Chani. (I think that the relationship between Paul and Irulan in Frank Harbert's original books is presented out of touch with reality).

What makes this scene special? The classical hero goes through trials and after winning the trophies he sits on his throne and must have his queen by his side. It was so well presented in the movie, better than in the book. Dear Chani, do you understand? Paul is Duke's son, already Emperor, we forgive you, don't bow, you are good, but that's it.

3. The philosophy of the desert We are talking about the ending scene, when Chani goes to the desert.

In fact, the philosophy of the desert is varied and absorbing, but the idea of the desert is also that it is the place of the rejected, that kings have no business there.

There's another interesting philosophy that Denis Villeneuve also ha in the Blade Runner 2049, there are the chosen ones, but the chosen ones are not us...and in contrast to Blade Runner, in this film idea is very carefully 'hidden'.
7/10
A Visually Pleasing Movie
Antaimo6 March 2024
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I Really liked the movie, and now you are probably asking why I have given it a 7/10. Visually 10/10 I think this should be the hollywood standard for every big blockbuster movie. I belevie everything I saw was "for real" escpecially the Scene where Paul rides the sand worm. That scene was beuatifully done.

Now for the rest of the movie, The Dialog at times where really akward escpecially in some fight scenes where characters just stopped the fight to stare and say 1 single word or sometimes nothing at all, just akward silence. At first I didnt really notice it but when this pattern repeated it self, It got to me.

Also I thought the Movie was overconfusing sometimes where the main character paul would be called like 5 different names in some prophercy. So it was hard to keep track at times who they were talking about.

So to sum it all up, I wasnt too keen on the first dune film but thought it was a pleasnt surprice though it lacked a bit of action. This had a lot of action wich I liked but akward dialog and over complicated prophercys dragged this down a little. But over all a visually pleasing good movie. Would recommend it to anyone!
7/10
Sticks too close to the book...
simonappleton19722 March 2024
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The set pieces and war movie side of the film is/are spectacular. The scene at the start is excellent, you almost feel sorry for the Harkonnens. There are several set pieces like this in the film and if the screen writers and director had wanted to the film could have simply been the best sci-fi war film since the Empire Strikes Back. But in trying to tell the book story strays into too much of the mysticism of Dune which unless you have read the book will not mean anything. The ending in the film also differs from the book and also no Guild Navigators! Still, a great experience at the cinema.
7/10
This is good Hollywood movie but
rharvanko2 March 2024
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I was really looking forward to the sequel, but left the cinema disappointed.

In my opinion, too much time was spent on character and relationships at the beginning of the film, making the ending feel too short.

They turned Stilgar into a clown so that the majority in the cinema could laugh.

Of course, there are many inaccuracies and deviations from the book, but that's acceptable-trying to capture all events and characters in a three-hour film is impossible.

The most unpleasant thing was observing Chani's behavior, no matter how Villeneuve justified it - it spoiled the overall impression of the film.
10/10
Dune 2 is a phenomenal picture!
gmwalters-3417630 March 2024
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I had high hopes going into Dune 2, considering I enjoyed the first movie very much. The trailers and the TV spots all seemed very convincing and I'm glad my expectations were high because this film delivered on every possible level!

First off, I should definitely mention the characters that made up the film. All of the cast did a phenomenal job, including Timothée, Chalamet, and Austin Butler, who were show stealers, and I think were some of the best performances of the year. And overall the entire cast really brought the story to life and their expressions and emotions, and the way they actually made you feel connected and brought into the story that they were telling.

And the story itself across the entire film was phenomenal. I hear a lot of people say that the last film didn't have enough action in it or it was just a little too slow and not enough sequences of violence or action or whatever. And I feel like that first film does a great job of setting up this film like it's a two-part series and the first film just setting it up while the second film will do all the heavy blows and it truly does that across the film. I especially feel that seeing more of the Fremen throughout the entire film was very cool to see, especially seeing how many of them there were, their customs, and how they slowly started to trust Paul as the Lisan Al Gaib. I really enjoyed seeing Paul's arc as he slowly starts to embrace his role as Lisan Al Gaib and seeing him slowly start to turn towards a darker path in his role as the Lisan Al Gaib. The twist with House of Attreides coming from the Harkenens was really cool and interesting to see. Especially towards the end, when Paul takes the life of the Baron(his grandfather), which was incredible to witness. Even witnessing what all happens on the Harkenen home-world was incredible. Especially seeing Feyd-Rautha murder the final members (to be thought) of house Attreides was breathtaking and how ruthless and violent he truly is. Even how he messed around with Raban(portrayed by Dave Bautista) and made him seem like a little mouse to him was crazy. We truly got to see who his character and what he is as Princess Irulan(portrayed by Florence Pugh) describes him, "He's psychotic." Even in the final moments of the film with the phenomenal battle between Paul and Feyd-Rautha, to the other houses coming to fight, the Fremen was especially how we see Chani(portrayed by Zendaya) lose Paul's trust and love. Even as we see the toll Paul's sister takes on his mother, Lady Jessica(portrayed by Rebecca Ferguson), is cool and seeing her embrace her role as a Mother. And even in the end, though the story doesn't feel complete, it seems where it comes to that conclusion we will never know what happens next. But it is confirmed that Dune Messiah is in the works. It gives you a feeling of interest and suspense as you see Paul and the Fremen prepared to take on the rest of the Houses and potentially the rest of the galaxy.

In summary, Dune 2 is a truly phenomenal film and the best film of this year. It will stun and blow everybody away from its phenomenal storytelling, to it's incredible visuals, Dune 2 is a must see film of this year, and my opinion, one of the best films of the decade. That's why Dune 2's a 10/10 film!
10/10
The Main Course
taylorseguin1 March 2024
Permit me to start off by saying this film was so beautifully introduced by the first one. I had anxiety when it was nearing completion because it would be over. Villeneuve once again tells a story using sound, vibrations, colour and technology in a flawless way. The performances by Chalamet, Zendaya, and Skaarsgard were impeccable. The performance that stood out for me was Butlers, I genuinely feared his character and he made me uncomfortable (of course, coupled with Villeneuves art). I would recommend anyone to watch this, it's a beautiful story that is told so well. You will be left wanting more.
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1/10
Dune part two the story continued
derrickbraun18 March 2024
I am massively disappointed with this movie right off the bat. I couldn't even make it past thirty minutes before just turning it off I'm severely disappointed with the disconnection between characters and zendayas very poor performance and the fact that there is nothing new going on and it's very slow paced. I expected leagues far better from this film, how is it that I'm supposed to guess what everyone is saying when subtitles are in the same made up language. There is no introduction, no catch up or anything to re-align yourself in the story taking place. I feel like I jumped into the middle of a foriegn movie and expected to just love it. I would give it a negative score I if it was an option.
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7/10
Weak script
coskunuz1 March 2024
The movie had awesome visual effects, but the story was basic and had many gaps. It lacked any surprising twists or fresh elements. Most of the new things in the Dune world had already been seen in the first movie. After the amazing first movie, I was expecting a great sequel, but this movie falls short of these expectations.

The movie had awesome visual effects, but the story was basic and had many gaps. It lacked any surprising twists or fresh elements. Most of the new things in the Dune world had already been seen in the first movie. After the amazing first movie, I was expecting a great sequel, but this movie falls short of these expectations.
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10/10
Everything about it was a MASTERPIECE!
Jules_hsnhfptcz5 March 2024
One of THE BEST movies I have ever seen! Everything about this movie, was an absolute MASTERPIECE. The visuals, the music, the acting!..goosebumps!!!

This movie is without a doubt, UP THERE next to The Godfather 2 and The Dark Night! Just an incredible masterpiece! I can't wait for Dune: Messiah!!

The evolution of Paul Atreides is absolutely insane! I actually felt INTIMIDATED by Timothée and that dude is a Golden Retriever in human form.. The switch halfway through the movie, made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.

Florence Pugh blew me away, even with the short amount of screen time! That woman continues to prove she's one of the best actresses, of her generation!

Austin Butler as Feyd was a STELLAR casting, so incredibly talented and his character made me feel so uncomfortable and a bit intimidated! I can't believe this is the same dude, 11 year me watched fight off aliens with his siblings back in 2009😂

HOLLYWOOD NEEDS MORE DIRECTORS LIKE CHRISTOPHER NOLAN AND DENIS VILLENEUVE!
10/10
What movies should feel like
khhmsbs9 March 2024
A brilliant adaption of the original work with the right changes to make it even more elegant and relevant to today. Even better seen in IMAX to feel completely immersed. The way a true sci-fi film should feel, rather than a fairy tale epic like Star Wars, this is a complex story that will leave you thinking long afterwords. I was blown away at the performances given by each actor, clearly at the top of their game with a stacked cast that makes you eager for the part three the audience is begging for. Like everyone else in the theater, you'll want to walk out clapping and celebrating the way a real epic should be shown on the silver screen.
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9/10
Desert Odyssey: Navigating the Sands of Power and Prophecy in 'Dune 2'
gerard-thompson1 March 2024
"Dune 2" triumphantly returns us to the desolate yet mesmerizing landscapes of Arrakis, continuing the epic saga with a narrative depth and visual splendor that surpasses its predecessor. Director Denis Villeneuve masterfully escalates the stakes, weaving a tale of power, betrayal, and destiny that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally gripping.

The film's pacing is deliberate, each scene meticulously crafted to deepen the story's complexities and the characters' journeys. Timothée Chalamet reprises his role as Paul Atreides with a performance that is both vulnerable and commanding, embodying the weight of prophecy and leadership with nuanced grace. The ensemble cast, including Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, and newcomers that bring fresh intrigue and dynamics, delivers performances that are profoundly compelling, enriching the narrative's multifaceted themes.

Visually, "Dune 2" is nothing short of spectacular. Villeneuve, alongside cinematographer Greig Fraser, captures the alien beauty of Arrakis with awe-inspiring shots that are both vast in scale and intimate in detail. The special effects are seamlessly integrated, enhancing the storytelling without overshadowing it, and the score by Hans Zimmer is as haunting as it is exhilarating, further immersing the audience in the film's atmospheric world.

Narratively, the sequel expands the Dune universe with a deft hand, exploring the political machinations, cultural depth, and ecological mysteries of Arrakis with a sophistication that is rare in science fiction cinema. The film's exploration of themes such as leadership, sacrifice, and ecological stewardship are timely and thought-provoking, inviting viewers to reflect on parallels within our own world.

If there's an area where "Dune 2" could improve, it might be in offering even more screen time to its supporting characters, whose backstories and motivations beg for deeper exploration. Nonetheless, this is a minor critique in an otherwise exceptional film.

In conclusion, "Dune 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that not only honors Frank Herbert's legacy but also pushes the boundaries of what science fiction can achieve on the big screen. It is a visually stunning, emotionally resonant, and intellectually rewarding experience that sets a new benchmark for the genre. As the credits roll, one can't help but eagerly anticipate the next chapter in this breathtaking saga.
4/10
Does it really deserves a 10?
Hiso_K1 April 2024
What a strange pacing, the movie felt rush despite being 2h45.

Many scenes are reminiscent of the first feature without adding anything to the story and/or the development of the characters arcs.

The visuals are great, but it doesn't makes it for everything unfortunately, its structure has the same borrowing feeling of Campbell's hero's journey from Star Wars : A New Hope, being also +40 years late. (Despite having a better source material from the book, unfortunately not used that much efficiently)

The sides are defined with a manichean style, the antagonists don't have any substance unfortunately, House Harkonnen is full of bad guys, the whole arc introducing Feyd-Rautha is honestly anecdotal.

The movie also clearly lacks of stakes, due to a confusing editing style where the epic scenes are rushed down, making you feel like all the meaningful deaths were used in the first entrance, giving absolutely 0 thrilling moments despite once again, a truly achievement in terms of visuals and sound design, the two value added seeing it in theaters imo.

Overral its hard to recommend a movie being so safe and dull, participating to the slowly decay of an industry that struggle to reinventing itself, counting only on franchising and uniforming formulas of mythical stories. Maybe the third installment will leave a better taste? We'll see.
6/10
Good but poor pacing and predictable
thewahed16 March 2024
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The pacing of the movie felt off for both, dune 1 and 2, the flashbacks were too often and they were too similar, there was too much repetition and the sound design did not help, movie feels dated, it's a shame there was no shot of the worm completely/mostly out of sand, the emporer felt a little lackluster, overall I am somewhat disappointed in the movie I had high hopes but the movie did not deliver, the chosen one prophecy portion is also pretty much default no unique aspect drinks and instantly swaps personality, the design and brutality of harkonans although aesthetically intresting made the villains pretty one note, the bene geserett were intresting but that's about it.
1/10
Terrible Movie
milpo271711 March 2024
So what you have here is throw a bunch of good recgonizable actors together, with a loosely adapted Dune script, and just go for it. Yes, I watched all three hours of the movie and left the theater just shaking my head. I don't understand the 10/10 reviews others are giving this movie. I also can't believe we paid to see it. My top 3:

#3. The movie has bad pacing. The movie is slow and pacing doesn't make sense. Scenes drag out and I struggled to understand purpose of several scenes.

#2. Readers of the book will be disappointed. I love a good Sci-Fi movie, but when hollywood takes key points and narratives in different directions, it's a disappointment to see realized in film. Don't expcet to see This movie proves the Dune books are better.

#3 The actors don't connect with the characters. These actors are great, but none of them connect. Zendaya does not make a convincing Chani, but does portray angry most of the film. Josh Brolin, whom is one of the greatest actors of our time, makes little sense as this rendition of Gurney Halleck. I felt no connection between Rebecca Ferguson and Lady Jessica. Christopher Walken as the emperor? Terrible casting decisions.

Ultimately, for me, this movie fails to deliver as a better Dune. Maybe it's success can be attributed to the abymssal selection of movies currently in circulation? I can't explain now why so many are enthralled by this movie. It's no star wars or empire strikes back. Not by a long mile.
10/10
solid 10/10 as a Sci Fi movie
sektorrules-0764431 March 2024
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I will give it 11 / 10 but imdb doesn't allow.

As a Sci fi movie is one of the best made comparable cu Avatar (2D).

But remember the director said is not 100% according to cannon.

There are some aspects in the books and 1984 movie that are nowhere to be seen in the Dune 2 movie, and you know i am talking about Atreides R&D weapons called weirding modules, which would shoot only by using the voice. In time Paul learns to shoot using his nickname Muad Dib and people understand this phrase is even more powerful when shooting those weapons. So is not present in this movie, would have been nice though but would have made the movie even longer.

Also in the original movie his sister was already born.
6/10
Mirages and Missed Chances: Navigating the Illusions of "Dune: Part Two"
woodgiesubs8 March 2024
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In the sweeping sands of the cinematic landscape, "Dune: Part Two" stands as a monument-grand in its ambition, yet at times, as elusive in substance as the mirage of an oasis in the vast desert of Arrakis. It's a tale spun with the threads of ambition, power, and the intoxicating allure of spice, but also one that, in its execution, frequently stumbles beneath the weight of its narrative dunes.

At the heart of "Dune: Part Two" lies an underexplored marvel-the potentially profound capabilities of the sandworms, the behemoths of Arrakis. These titanic beings are intriguingly positioned within the narrative. Given that they excrete pre-spice, are immersed in spice, and have concentrated spice in their urine (water of life) that grants visions of the future to sentient beings and the power to traverse the cosmos, one might anticipate these creatures to possess a heightened consciousness, perhaps even a symbiotic relationship with those who dare to ingest their spice-saturated excretions. But nothing.

Furthermore, Paul Atredies' unique bond with the essence of Arrakis hints at a doorway to deeper communication or kinship with the creatures at the center of it all. Yet, this path remains untraveled even though the later books address it by the continuing Atreides line (human worm hybrid anyone?) provide Permission to do so. The film skirts around the edge of such a revelatory interaction between humans and worms, leaving us to ponder the missed opportunities. Could these guardians of spice not play a more pivotal role, extending beyond their physical enormity to touch upon a more mystical, interconnected existence? This could connect to the more significant Herbert world-building and even make excuses for some of the unexplained asymmetrical warfare successes achieved by the Fremen. That could be too big a stretch for reimagining Herbert's work. Such potential for a profound connection, maybe even guidance or guardianship from the worms to their riders or those touched by the spice, languishes like hidden treasure beneath the sands, untouched and untold. What a waste.

As the story unfolds, its pacing-reminiscent of a trek across endless dunes-tests the patience, weaving through moments of sheer visual spectacle and auditory grandeur, thanks in no small part to Hans Zimmer's haunting score. Yet, for all its visual and auditory splendor, the journey feels laborious, a testament to the challenge of adapting Herbert's universe. While aiming for epic proportions, the battles and the dance of political machinations often fall short of their mark, leaving an aftertaste of missed opportunities. The Emperor falls more quickly than the House of Atredies in Part One. And as much as I like Walken, I found him utterly unconvincing as the ruler of the known universe. I half expected him to challenge Chalemet to a dance-off in the film's final hand-to-hand combat scene. That role was fulfilled by Elvis Presley, of course.

Austin Butler and Javier Bardem shine among the constellation of performances; Butler breaks free from the shadow of Elvis, and Bardem channels his intensity, and both deliver moments of genuine brilliance. Yet, not all stars in this universe burn as brightly, with many portrayals failing to ignite the emotional connection vital to the epic's core. Chalamet's whipsawing between "Am I using this culture for my benefit or do I have a messiah complex?" was unconvincing and tiresome. Zendaya just seemed constantly pissed off. The couple's relationship development after months in the sand and what all to all intents was an explosive love story didn't tee up Atredies decisions in the climax. Utterly unconvincing.

This discrepancy in performance quality, combined with rushed and sluggish pacing, leaves the narrative adrift, caught between the sands of ambition and the glassy clarity of coherence.

The film's aspiration is its spice and groggy blue-eyed hangover-an attempt to capture the vastness of Herbert's vision, yet constantly losing sight of the personal, human elements that anchor us to the story. I have to care about these characters and couldn't care less for so many of them. Part script. Part acting. Unfortunately, the editing, a dance of shadows itself, struggles to balance its scope's grandeur with its characters' microcosm, leaving audiences wandering in search of the emotional oases that are few and far between.

Admittedly, I approached the Dune movies without the foundation of their literary counterpart. Despite considering the book, I decided to avoid diving into its pages. My hesitation stemmed from a perceived slowness and, no pun intended, dryness. It also appeared to boast a style that put me off: self-importance, a trait humorously reminiscent of the self-righteous Prius drivers in a particular "South Park" episode, seemingly intoxicated by their virtue. My literary journeys have traversed the realms crafted by, amongst others, Asimov, Clarke, Gibson, and Banks, where the pace quickens and the imagination soars. I care so much for the characters that I'm there with them. Sufficed to say, or should I say sure-spiced, the films are only serving to reinforce my feelings about the Dune universe. Cool ideas alone are not enough. It reminds me of the quote;

"A special effect without a story is a pretty boring thing."
  • George Lucas


I need clarification on the film's narrative decisions, especially the emphasis on antiquated nuclear weaponry as apex warfare tools. In a universe adorned with advanced spaceships and protective shields, a space guild who fold space-time and orbital weapons from Part One that shreds the Atredies armada. As such, prioritizing these "dusty nukes" strikes a curious note. It conjures questions about technological progression-or perhaps regression-echoing a bizarre space-age crusade armed with swords and standards rather than innovating beyond the familiar arsenal to at least the level of Part One. Even deploying the impressive mountain-destroying "good old fashioned artillery" Baron Hakkonen so excitedly celebrates only half an hour previously would have changed the outcome of the final battle.

In this reflection of Arrakis, "Dune: Part Two" is a journey of contrasts, where valleys of unfulfilled potential shadow each peak of visual and cinematic achievement. It invites us into a universe where the boundless possibilities of human ambition and the dangers of power are laid bare, yet leaves us yearning for the stories untold, for the deeper dive into the essence of spice and the beings intertwined with its fate.

As the sands settle, "Dune: Part Two" emerges as an attempted take on a complex, layered tale that, like the spice, reveals both the brilliance and the challenges of adapting a universe as rich and intricate as Herbert's. It was also a missed opportunity to bring that story into the 21st century and, through reimagination, distill and refine Herbert's work to make it more potent like the water of life. It's a reminder that in the quest to traverse such vast narrative landscapes, the journey itself is as crucial as the destination.

And while "Dune: Part Two" had moments of breathtaking beauty, missed connections, unconvincing characters, and unrealized depths swallowed it beneath the sand.
10/10
Wow.
hbarber-808949 March 2024
Simply put, Dune: Part Two is a modern masterpiece of cinema. This is an undoubtedly phenomenal piece of art, and Villeneuve's magnum opus. This movie asserts what a big, modern Blockbuster should be; beautiful visuals and sound design, accompanied by a sound story and compelling characters. People generally talk about the impressive scale of this movie and it's clear to see why. The world building rivals LOTR and tells a story so compelling as to stand in tandem with the likes of Star Wars. Dune: Part Two is fantasy at its best, its ability to keep you hooked while throwing so much information and unfamiliar language at you is unparalleled. However, like all movies, it's not without its flaws. I wouldn't call this a perfect film and people will of course have minor gripes with aspects of the story, but that is to be expected. Regardless, I think it comes pretty damn close to being a contender for the best movie of all time.. I know this seems to be a wacky claim, and I may well be riding the high of seeing the film just recently, but I truly think the sheer scale of Dune: Part Two rivals the all time greats of cinema. Dune has a little bit for everyone, and I feel anyone can get entertainment out of watching it, which can't be said for many modern movies. It avoids the pitfall of falling into one, succinct category. It is not JUST sci-fi fantasy, but a gripping drama, an enthralling adventure and a revenge story all in one. To summarise, it's good, real good and one of those rare movies that you HAVE to see. I think it's "must see" status is only comprable to last year's Oppenheimer.
7/10
One major flaw...
coachmike-738364 March 2024
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The movie is beautiful to watch... and the story is very engaging as well. The action sequences are awesome, and the visual effects are excellent. Overall, I liked it very much, but there is one major flaw for me.

They almost completely cut-out the weirding way! In David Lynch's "Dune", Paul teaches the Fremen the weirding way in order to help them stop the flow of spice... and that training sequence and subsequent battle is my favorite part of the entire movie!!

I waited through the entirety of Part 1, feeling certain that Part 2 would give us the weirding way, and how Paul's name is a killing word and all that awesome stuff!! ...but it never happens!?!?

How could they omit such a key part of the story?!?!

As much as I enjoyed this, I am also very disappointed.
10/10
A masterpiece worth remembering
timorisch-4907811 March 2024
The headline sounds generic but I truly think its realistic. This film will set the tone in Hollywood for the years to come. A masterpiece in every aspect: The acting - and hence the casting - is on point. Chalamet fills his role as Messiah flawlessly and passionately, Zendaya shines in her role as Chani after a disappointing start in Part 1 and Rebecca Ferguson shows peak performance in every scene.

You need to see this film in IMAX when possible, the sound and the images are stunning. Immersing into the Dune universe once again was breathtaking and the score of Hans Zimmer is Oscar-worthy. Compared to Oppenheimer, Dune Part 2 feels much much shorter and I never wanted the film to end. And Dune has not even won an Oscar yet.

About the plot: Dune Part 1 set the stage for Part 2 (obviously). Part 2 fulfilled my expectations and more. Where Part 1 was lacking action because it focused on world building, Part 2 has action enough. It is absolutely insanely well done, chapeau to director Denis Villeneuve. The film managend to convince me to read the Dune book for the first time and I am not disappointed by how the film adpated the source material.

I have not written about the plot really because I do not want to spoil anyone in the slightest way but I can guarantee you it is worth it.
10/10
Dune: Part Two best movie 2024 every funny
nawaituwahid18 March 2024
"Dune: Part Two" is the much-anticipated sequel to the 2021 film "Dune," both based on the seminal science fiction novel by Frank Herbert. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film continues the story of Paul Atreides as he navigates the treacherous politics and conflicts of the desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. With stunning visuals, a compelling narrative, and a stellar cast, "Dune: Part Two" promises to be an immersive cinematic experience that delves deeper into the richly imagined universe of the source material.

Set in a distant future where humanity has spread across the galaxy and formed a feudal society, "Dune: Part Two" explores themes of politics, religion, ecology, and the human condition. At the center of the story is Paul Atreides, played by Timothée Chalamet, a young nobleman whose family assumes control of Arrakis, the only known source of the valuable spice melange. The spice is essential for space travel, making it the most valuable substance in the universe and the focus of intense political intrigue.

In "Dune: Part One," we saw Paul's family, House Atreides, betrayed by their rivals, House Harkonnen, leading to their downfall and Paul's journey into the desert, where he discovers his destiny as a prophesied messiah figure, the Kwisatz Haderach. The film ended with Paul and his mother, Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), joining forces with the native people of Arrakis, the Fremen, as they prepare to take back control of the planet.

"Dune: Part Two" picks up where the first film left off, with Paul and the Fremen launching a guerilla war against the Harkonnens and their imperial allies, the corrupt Padishah Emperor Shaddam IV. As Paul embraces his role as the Kwisatz Haderach and gains the trust of the Fremen, he must also contend with the visions of the future that come with his newfound powers. These visions, which are both a blessing and a curse, show him possible futures where he becomes a savior or a tyrant, leading to internal conflict as he struggles to determine the right path.

One of the central themes of "Dune: Part Two" is the idea of destiny versus free will. Paul's journey is guided by prophecies and ancient traditions, but he also has the ability to shape his own fate. This internal conflict is reflected in the larger political struggle for control of Arrakis, as various factions vie for power and influence, each believing they are following the path laid out for them by fate.

The film also delves deeper into the ecology of Arrakis and the role of the spice melange in shaping the planet's ecosystem. The spice is produced by giant sandworms that inhabit the deserts of Arrakis, and its extraction has had a profound impact on the planet's environment. The Fremen, who have adapted to life in the harsh desert, have a deep respect for the planet and its fragile ecosystem, seeing themselves as stewards rather than exploiters.

Visually, "Dune: Part Two" is a feast for the eyes, with stunning landscapes, intricate costumes, and cutting-edge special effects bringing Herbert's vision of Arrakis to life. The film's score, composed by Hans Zimmer, adds to the epic feel of the story, with sweeping orchestral themes that underscore the drama and emotion of the narrative.

In addition to Chalamet and Ferguson, "Dune: Part Two" features a talented ensemble cast, including Zendaya as Chani, a Fremen warrior and Paul's love interest; Oscar Isaac as Duke Leto Atreides, Paul's father; and Javier Bardem as Stilgar, the leader of the Fremen tribe that takes Paul in. Each actor brings depth and nuance to their role, helping to flesh out the complex characters that inhabit Herbert's universe.

Overall, "Dune: Part Two" is a worthy continuation of the story begun in the first film, expanding upon the themes and ideas introduced in "Dune" while setting the stage for an epic conclusion. With its compelling narrative, stunning visuals, and talented cast, the film is sure to captivate audiences and further cement Villeneuve's reputation as one of the premier directors working in science fiction today.
3/10
Too little happens
mmbpgwns5 March 2024
To be completely honest, the story at its core possesses immense potential that seems largely untapped, as the narrative feels overwhelmingly dominated by dialogues. These conversations, rather than being engaging or meaningful, often fall flat and fail to captivate. My initial impressions after experiencing Dune Part One left me optimistic, harboring expectations that the sequel would escalate in terms of action and narrative depth. However, Dune Part Two managed to subvert these expectations in a rather disappointing manner, offering even less in terms of dynamic action scenes than its predecessor. The storyline meanders through these dialogues, with much of the plot progression feeling stagnant and devoid of the thrilling moments one might anticipate from such a richly conceived universe. Except for the climactic final battle, which admittedly was executed with a degree of excellence, the rest of the film felt surprisingly monotonous and lacked the excitement and engagement that the visually stunning universe and intricate lore of Dune promise. This stark contrast between the potential of the narrative and its execution leaves a lingering sense of what could have been, had the balance between dialogue and action been more thoughtfully managed.
10/10
Storyline is great and its better than Oppenheimer
saumyakinger10 March 2024
One of the greatest movie i have watched in a year. This is better than Oppenheimer. The picture quality, the way its shot is extremely impressive. The colors and the picture dynamics.... You'll feel related and traffered to the desert world. Lets talk about actors how they are able to connect you with the movie emotionally as well.

One of the greatest movie i have watched in a year. This is better than Oppenheimer. The picture quality, the way its shot is extremely impressive. The colors and the picture dynamics.... You'll feel related and traffered to the desert world. Lets talk about actors how they are able to connect you with the movie emotionally as well.
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10/10
12 stars if I could
tktxhwf6 March 2024
This is what going to the movies is all about. Feels like you're in the presence of another great trilogy like Star Wars, lord of the rings, etc. From VFX to dialogue to fight choreography this movie bangs from beginning to end.

Loved the first dune movie but after watching the sequel the latter definitely is the more fast-paced, action-packed of the two with a few plot twists you wouldn't see coming unless you read the books.

Villanueva truly made an epic movie that deserves all the recognition in the world and puts himself up there with the likes of Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino.
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8/10
Great continuation of epic story
Gnu_Gnu27 March 2024
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No doubt, Dune II is a great movie. Together with part I, this is so far one of the best films putting an epic scifi story on screen. I absolutely liked watching it and give a high recommendation for it. Almost everything is near perfect; the characters, screenplay, storytelling, cinematography. Especially, the cinematography is outstanding as it already was in part I. I'm sure that these beautiful scenes and pictures will be etched in your memory for a long time.

What about the acting? This is a bit of a mixed bag. Timothée Chalamet is absolutely stunning. Also, Zendaya is flawless. Rebecca Ferguson was excellent as mother, but as soon as she became reverend mother, her maternal feelings towards Paul Atreides were no longer noticeable. Which mother would step apathetic aside when her son almost is dying of poison? Next, Javier Bardem as Stilgar overall was fine, too. Stilgar obviously had a very strong believe in old traditions and saying. When he said it the third or forth time when something happened according to the records, it was fun and brought some laughs. But when he repeated it over and over, it became a bit monotonous and made his character less interesting. And then the bad guys, the acting of Stellan Skarsgård definitely was great. But I really got annoyed that all the three main bad characters had to play so classic stereotypes; only bad, always bad and when one of the followers makes a mistake, his throat is cut. There would have been much more potential.

What about the storytelling? As said initially, overall it is top. A few times however, the story moved fast and it felt as one or two scenes were missing. This was especially the case in the end when the fremen gathered an army in the south and suddenly they were at the gates of Arrakeen. I missed to see how this huge army traveled all the way from the south to the north.

Nonetheless, it is a great movie and I'm looking forward to see part III.
8/10
Wonderful eye candy, enjoyable, but....
belegarack10 March 2024
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Cinematography, performance, spfx, all were easily top notch, and amazingly well done. However: there are also parts that were completely omitted from this telling of the story (no mention made of the navigators guild or the behind the scenes power they wield, nor were the weirding modules/weirding way included) and the second half of this instalment had several deviations from Herberts' Magnum Opis. Overall, I still completely enjoyed seeing it on the big screen. I saw it at the Emagine! On the EMX screen, but would be worth seeing in IMAX, too. If you're a Dune fan, do yourself a favor and see it in theater, it's def worth it!
10/10
Best movie I'v seen so far in 2023
jaivyas-0074310 March 2024
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Dune Part 2 is a cinematic marvel that surpasses its predecessor in both scope and emotional resonance. Denis Villeneuve's directorial prowess is on full display, as he navigates the complexities of Frank Herbert's iconic source material with finesse. The film's visual splendor is nothing short of breathtaking, with each frame meticulously crafted to transport the audience to the far reaches of Arrakis.

Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides is a standout, capturing the character's internal struggles and growth. The ensemble cast, including Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, and Oscar Isaac, delivers stellar performances, adding layers to the intricate narrative. Hans Zimmer's score further enhances the immersive experience, creating a sonic tapestry that elevates the film to new heights.

Dune Part 2 adeptly balances action sequences with moments of quiet introspection, allowing the characters' depth to shine. The political intrigue and power dynamics unfold in a compelling manner, keeping viewers engaged throughout the epic journey. Villeneuve's commitment to preserving the essence of Herbert's universe while adding his cinematic flair results in a film that pays homage to the source material while offering a fresh perspective.

While the film is undeniably ambitious, some may find its intricate plot challenging to fully grasp, requiring a degree of investment from the audience. However, this complexity ultimately adds to the depth and replay value of the movie.

In conclusion, Dune Part 2 is a triumph of storytelling, visual artistry, and emotional depth. It's a cinematic experience that transcends the sci-fi genre, inviting viewers into a world of intrigue, mysticism, and self-discovery. As the saga unfolds, it solidifies its place as a landmark in modern cinema, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the epic Dune universe.
10/10
The Empire Strikes Back of our generation.
dylanhemmer11 March 2024
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Dune: Part 2 is a movie i thought would be another failed blockbuster attempt at cashing out on a piece of literature, and hell was i wrong. I walked out of the theater with nothing but shock and awe, after witnessing the breathtaking performance by the cast, and ESPECIALLY Timothee Chalomet as Paul Atreides. The way he conveys his words during the 3rd act to the people of Arrakis really shows how much talent this young man has. The score by Hans Zimmer is nothing short of phenomenal, and gave me chills every time his score came on. The story, as we witness the fall of Paul Atreides seems like it takes Anakin Skywalkers character arc, but makes it better in every. Single. Way. This is a generation defining Sci-Fi Drama, and is easily the top 3 movies of all time for me. I recommend this to everybody, and it is my 4th time seeing it.
10/10
IT'S SUCH A GOOD MOVIE
aszady-8351628 March 2024
Music, cinematography, acting, cast EVERYTHING is absolutely amazing. One if not the best movies I have ever watched. I just can't wait for the next part that im sure will be as good as this one if not even better. I loved Timothées performance it's one of his better. In fact whole cast did such a good job and i loved each one of the performances. Hans Zimmer also made a masterpiece. I couldn't image someone else making music for this movie. Every minute of this movie was keeping me in tension. Also the cinematography of this film is beautiful. If you haven't watched the movie yet you need to go see it.
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1/10
We Are Losing
seanjamesjag-5738528 March 2024
I've since The Great Train Robbery (1903) all the way up to the Barbies and Oppenheimer. This Film truly made me realize how far behind we are in the field of Entertainment then are rivals in Japan and France. I watched desert b-roll for what felt like 20 minutes throughout, The Green Screening was not done to its fullest potential the Actors were miscast with poorly executed dialogue written and preformed. Marketing was the only thing that could have saved this movie from flopping. Like with some Disney movies. I can Only Imagine what these critics were bribed with to make them say this movie was watchable. Marketing over Entertainment Value at its finest.
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8/10
A benchmark in sci-fi filmaking
rohananandpandit31 March 2024
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Dune Part 2 Review

Dune: Part Two is the sequel to the first Dune which released in 2021 and was based on the novel of the same name by author Frank Herbert. This movie picks up right after the events of part one and focuses more on the latter half of the original book.

Overall the movie is a great cinematic experience and delivers on the conflict set up in the initial film. As I hadn't read the original novel the story was fresh for me but the changes the movie makes might also make it interesting for those who already knew the plot.

The film excels in many aspects including the visual effects, set design, cinematography and music for a lot of which the first film won many awards as well. This is a kind of movie that is worth watching on the big screen and I realised that it would be not be possible to get the same impact and experience from just watching on TV. And it's not possible to replicate the experience of watching it for the first time.

There are many popular actors in the movie and they do quite well in portraying the characters. In the first movie Jessica is shown as vulnerable but in this movie Rebecca Ferguson successfully manages to switch to a more darker and sinister performance.

The movie has themes of religion and messiah worship and this is conveyed through the character of Stilgar as well. Chritoph Walken who plays the Emperor and Florence Pugh who plays Princess Irulan also play a key role and fit their roles well. They had limited scenes in this movie but they may play an interesting role going forward as well.

This will certainly be a turning point in Timothee Chalamet's career as, although is meant to be a tragic story, he is able to give a larger than life persona with a lot of intensity without the character having a very muscular physique. While Willy Wonka was already played by popular actors but Timothee Chalamet's performance will likely be considered as a defining moment for Paul Atreides. He is able to project his voice loudly without it feeling it he is having to strain.

Austin Butler manages to play the the character of a crazy and violent character convincingly and serves as a villain to the main character. Zendaya gets more time to shine in this movie as her character Chani who is given more of a prominent appearance as opposed to the books. And the film also ends on a close up of her expression as she is disoriented by the turn of events.

Watching the director's analysis of the sandworm riding scene shows the planning and thought that went into the entire movie. In the first movie we are mostly on Caladan and Arrakis but in this movie we explore more of the homeworld House Harkonen and the Emperor. The black and white aesthetic was also visually interesting.

The action is fairly well choreographed throughout so casual moviegoers might enjoy this movie more than the first one. Although this movie is longer it feelt like there was a proper journey and it felt complete and satisfying in the end. The decision to show the beginning of the holy war when Paul Atreides says "take them to paradise" was a great choice as it is also closer to the author's true intension.

The movie begins with the line "Power over spice is power over all" which was a good idea because it reminds the viewer feel like there is a point to what is happening in the story. The final knife fight between Feyd Rautha and Paul Maud' Dib keeps you on the edge of your seats as there is complete silence with no background sound and Paul is shown to struggle. Timothee Chalamet is able to strike a balance between turning somewhat evil but not completely out of control.

While the Dune books were popular the last time the film was adapted it wasn't that successful but in this modern series they managed to adapt it for a mainstream audience without going to too many details and history that could confuse the audience. The movie has a balance of comedy and romance as well and while some parts can be violent it can be watched with a family audience.

One of the achievements of the film is that it strikes a balance in depicting nature and technology. There is a sense of realism even if very abstract events are happening and the movie in a way teleports the audience into its world so it doesn't feel out of place. The movie showcases the scale of the events effectively.

The movie has done well at the box office and they are working on the third movie which will be an adaption of the second book Dune: Messiah. But even for those who have never read the books I think this two-parter movie works as a complete story by its own.

Some parts may feel confusing to viewers or some parts might not seem to be as interesting to viewers but the movie feels well-spaced throughout. Overall, it is a great watch if you like these kind of movies.
6/10
Ultimately disappointing
gallowsacronymz30 March 2024
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Don't get me wrong it was breathtaking, always on the edge, great visuals ...

But once the dust settled (no pun intended) I also realised this was part of the problem. There was never any break of any kind it was the same thing the whole time. Always dark, always action filled, a tension the whole time. But never really all that interesting either. Intense is the word for it. All the time.

Boy and Mother arrive at desert town, mother drinks blue water, boy passes a test and fights, boy goes south after an attack raises an army and destroys emperor army (the bug battles are awful!), wins sword fight against emperors boy, goes after other houses who refuse him as new emperor.

The fact he is related to some of the evil guys isn't interesting. I am your father - but boring.

That's it... I almost got a bit bored - except that you can't because its always in your face. Weird feeling.

And it is in this sense that the children's movie Star Wars IV-VI suddendly appears more superior. Not that they are comparable. One is sort of a feel good family movie the other is this dark piece that is brutal.

But what I mean by thaf is that at least there were different plots and sub stories and ultimately you cared about so many characters.

Without naming Star Wars charachter names anyone will remember who I mean when I say
  • two robots,
  • a little green being with magical power,
  • anti-hero smuggler and his alien type bear sidekick,
  • a princess and the prince
  • the evil father


Try that with Dune and it's just a mush of different people fighting, killing servants, or having loud powerful voices.

With Dune there is mostly fighting and not much else. And then shortly after I walked out I realised the only character I care a little bit about - but not that much either - is Chani.

I didn't care about anything else. I didn't even know what exactly I should care for in the next episode. Should I really care about whether there will be a paradise or not or who will lead the Fremen to it? Is that the point of it? That's it?

The best part about the movie is probably that it has strong female lead characters - or at least they're not second to the men.

Again its not a bad movie and I was tending between 6 or 7... more towards 7... but at the time of writing it has 8.8 and that's like "movie of the decade" type level... way too high.

So I just think it has to come down quite a bit ... so for a fairer evaluation giving it a 6.

Sorry fabs.
Amzazing Sci Fci Epic
dskrabecjr13 March 2024
Dune: Part Two continues to mesmerize with its stunning visual effects, capturing the awe-inspiring landscapes of Arrakis and the grandeur of interstellar conflict. From the towering sandworms to the sweeping vistas of the desert, every frame is a testament to the film's visual prowess Don't let the runtime scare you away. While "Dune: Part Two" delivers an epic and immersive experience, its runtime may test the patience of some viewers. Clocking in at over two hours, the film delves deep into its narrative, occasionally slowing down the pace. However, for fans of epic sci-fi and intricate storytelling, the film's expansive world-building and compelling characters make it a worthwhile journey. Overall, Dune: Part Two is a sweeping epic that delves into the heart of Frank Herbert's beloved universe. With its captivating story, stunning visuals, and stellar cast, it's a worthy continuation of the saga that will leave audiences eagerly anticipating the next installment. I hope there is a third installment that finish outs this initial story. I've read that this is akin to "Star Wars" in theaters. I highly encourage you to see this at the movies, the visuals really are fantastic and the cast shines as always. 10 stars out of 10.
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1/10
Don't bother, read the books instead.
rickvivela7 March 2024
As a life long fan of Dune (all the books), I was looking forward to a remake of Dune using all of the available know-how and technology 40 years on from the first, 1984, film.

But a good film doesn't rely on tech. I suppose the tech was there, but if you are going to remake Dune, in any form, well, it's one of Science Fiction's masterpieces, with countless of millions of fans globally, and we are critical when you mess with 'our stuff'. Arrakis was more than desert, with some locals running around. It was the singular Key Planet in all of the universe, after all, because of the Worm and Spice.

It's an incredibly complex tale of a future vision of humanity evolved and a challenge for any movie adaptation. It needs a good, multi-seasonal, series, like Games of Thrones, where all of this can be served up in proper detail.

The 1984 film was better, the 2000 TV-series was better, this doesn't come close to those, and not at all close to the works of Herbert.

None of the characters represented, Paul least of all. You'd expect the heir of a Great House, battle-trained since birth, tormented by visions he doesn't understand, to be a little more meaty and introspective, burdened with duty and responsibility, befitting his role in the universe, especially after his father was murdered. And when he accepted his fate, to be more convincing of it. Bad script? Bad acting? Didn't work for me. Others were almost believable, the Emperor of the Universe was a joke. None communicated the gravity of their positions.

I think if you're going to have a major role in such a movie, you should read the books! At least get an idea of who you need to portray.

As others have said, many key issues and sequences from the book were completely absent. To name a few; the relationship between the Bene Gesserit, their breeding program, the Harkonnen and Atreides, Kanly, the absolute uniqueness and importance of Spice, the Guild, Bene Tleilax ... the list is long.

With six hours available I'd think a better job could've been done. Villeneuve should learn from Jackson, who turned a 134-page book (the Hobbit) into a great 3-film epic (and of course LOTR itself).

Anyone disappointed with these two films, please, please, do read the books instead, watch the 1984 extended film, and the TV series.

Forget this.
10/10
Perfection
deiant13 March 2024
This movie is by far the best movie i've seen in 2024, after seeing the movie once it had me wanting to go back and watch it again, this movie was made for the cinema, everything about the movie was great and this movie is definetly one of the best sequels i've seen in a very long time. Also after watching this movie i went straight to read the books which is very weird cause i hate reading but it just shows how good this movie really was. If you have'nt already seen it please do because this movie was made for cinema, you do not see movies like this often and i can't wait to go and watch it a 100 times when it's avaivable to buy at home.
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10/10
The greatest 🔥
pmmhtw3 March 2024
This is the greatest movie I ever watched in my entire life, everything is perfect and I mean that, omg I can't wait for the third part. I saw it before two days and I am still in shock since that day, the cinematography and cgi the soundtracks the acting every thing is great I rated 10/10 and if there is more numbers deserve.

This is the greatest movie I ever watched in my entire life, everything is perfect and I mean that, omg I can't wait for the third part. I saw it before two days and I am still in shock since that day, the cinematography and cgi the soundtracks the acting every thing is great I rated 10/10 and if there is more numbers deserve.
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8/10
Thoughts on Dune: Part 2 - A Blend of Visual Brilliance with Cultural Considerations
zaidaljamal-291643 March 2024
The film "Dune: Part 2" boasts impressive graphics, a captivating soundtrack, and stunning cinematography. However, some viewers may observe a missed opportunity in not consulting or including cast members from a Bedouin background, especially considering the filming locations in areas like Wadi Rum in Jordan and the Arabian Desert, which are central to the novel. There are instances of Arabic phrases in the movie, but it appears that the transcript writers may not have a proficient understanding of the language. Some audience members perceive a bias towards the western part of our world in the choosing of the cast, which seems incongruent with the narrative's critique of colonialism. Additionally, it's worth noting the reviewer's expression of solidarity with Palestine.
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9/10
Wonderful
malikkashifashraf16 March 2024
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I like this movie. This movie very best and beautiful this movie very smart very smart people and work I happy very movie good and subject wonderful beautiful I like movie. I like this movie very good movie fan costume butterfly and this movie very very nice movie this movie waste training and beautiful and tractor producer cost wonderful everyone best best this is crazy movie. I love this movie and content very nice fantastic wonderful and everyone wonderful and God bless you all the best best movie very good and very much very nice people very nice subject everyone thank you and goodbye beautiful movie.
10/10
Finally!!!
gregevans-3883016 March 2024
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Finally someone does my favorite book of all time justice. The best adaptation I have ever witnessed. I was sad when it ended. Lynch made a decent effort back in the day, but Villeneauve has created a masterpiece.

The attention to detail and craft brought tears to my eyes. I never thought anything could come close to what Peter Jackson accomplished with LOTR but this may have surpassed it (and I have watched the extended trilogy at least 20 times).

Anyone who has read the book should make this a priority. The internal conflicts which usually can't make it from book to screen were superbly done here.

The casting and acting was top notch.

Zendaya was amazing (and heartbreaking). Javier Bardem was the perfect disciple. Timothée Chalamet ramped up Paul over the course of the movie at the perfect pace and tone.
10/10
Best sci-fi movie of the decade
corpodeanvladvlad4 March 2024
Dune 2," the movie, continues the epic journey started by its predecessor, delivering a visually stunning and emotionally resonant cinematic experience. Building upon the rich tapestry of Frank Herbert's universe, the film expands on the intricate lore and complex characters, immersing viewers in a world of political intrigue, mystical powers, and interstellar conflict. The cinematography is breathtaking, capturing the grandeur of the desert landscapes and the scale of the futuristic civilizations with breathtaking detail. The cast delivers stellar performances, breathing life into their respective roles and imbuing each character with depth and nuance. The score is a masterful composition that heightens the drama and adds another layer of emotional resonance to the story. The Director demonstrates a deft hand in balancing spectacle with substance, crafting a narrative that is both visually spectacular and thematically rich. Overall, "Dune 2" is a worthy continuation of the saga, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating the next installment in this epic journey.
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6/10
A Big Dissapointment For Me
chriskalamar6 March 2024
Dune: Part Two was a big letdown for me after the first movie. I think this movie should have been two movies in itself. Eventhough the film is almost 3 hours long, so many things happen throghout the story that we barely get to be within the same timframe and place for more than 5 minutes. We often jump days or weeks between scenes, sometimes multiple times within a few minutes. Even the important events are not shown in detail. Characters who were built up for hours during the first movie become irrelevant and die within 5 minutes in this movie. The fights scenes are few, unimpressive and short.
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10/10
The best possible Dune adaptation
jurisdiccional4 March 2024
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Even though book purists may have issue with some changes and omissions, this is as close as we'll ever get to have a genuinely faithful adaptation of Herbert's classic.

The Director's vision of the Lisan Al Gaib's myth is probably the biggest difference between this film and the other two adaptations of the first novel. In this version we can clearly see the horrors to come, since no greater disgrace can befall a people than to be ruled by a hero. And unlike the rather childish image of the Kwisatz Haderach producing the miracle of rain, we see starships going to holy war, ready to kill billions in the name of their Messiah. That element alone indicates the maturity and superiority of this film.
9/10
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!
kaygray3464 March 2024
I don't know what the hate is about. This sequel was better than the first "Dune." I'll admit I didn't originally like "Dune" when it came out but I rewatched it & thought it was very well put together. The first movie is slow, but I believe it's necessary. The second one on the other hand had a lot more action & didn't feel slow at all. I absolutely loved "Dune Part 2." I cannot wait for the third part, I loved the second part so much. It has plenty of action, wonderful actors, great storyline, beautiful music, & beautiful illustration overall. Anyone who enjoys true cinema would love this! I absolutely recommend!
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6/10
Ok, not great
adilup-699681 March 2024
It was an okay movie, but i don't think that it needed to be 3 hours.. A lot of useless scenes in my opinion, and Zendaya looking angry at the camera for 1 and a half hour. In other words, the excessive runtime left me questioning the necessity of a three-hour saga. Numerous scenes felt gratuitous and added little to the overall plot, contributing to a sense of dragging monotony. Zendaya's prolonged stern expressions, seemingly directed at the camera, became a repetitive distraction rather than a compelling element. Overall, the film lacked efficient storytelling, making it an okay experience at best.
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8/10
Great movie
cosmo-7898720 March 2024
I love the cinematography of this film you can see how with even low budget you can produce such an amazing experience. But there is some things that it lacks of course Austin Butler cannot escape Elvis and Zendeyas acting is odd and I don't think is her best work. This movie I don't consider it the greatest movie of all time (it doesn't come close) but TC delivers such a great delivery from his part absolutely everything in this movie is well done. This is what the future looks like and I'm so glad this movie put to shame everything else in Hollywood. We need more movies like this that have such good quality work.
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9/10
An epochal sci-fi work of art!
reviewers_diary7 March 2024
It's good that I watched Part 1 again beforehand... Anyone who doesn't know it (or didn't watch it carefully, like me the first time) will generally find it difficult or difficult to find their way around the confusing "Duniverse".

But after watching "Dune" again with concentration the day before, I largely understood the content and was ready for Part 2: In my opinion, this is a more than worthy successor and even a slightly better film than part 1. The images and the visual atmosphere are pure force. You are literally sucked into the science fiction world of the desert planet like the Sardaukar into the mouth of the worm and sink into the extensive sand dunes of this story. Not only the visual, but especially the sound design is captivating. Especially when the giant sandworms/"Shai-Hulud" take over the screen and make the cinema tremble just like the endless grains of sand from Arrakis.

The star-studded cast once again stands out - especially Hollywood's newcomer elite with Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Austin Butler - and other familiar faces constantly appear. The costumes, sets and computer effects are also of a high standard across the board.

The massive 166 minutes of running time don't drag at all and feel like they go by quicker.

A lot happens in the plot and the (desert) images, sounds, entertaining action sequences and Paul Atreides' character development captivated me.

Personally, I still don't fully understand the content. A week ago, however, I would have had serious doubts about whether I personally ultimately liked the two films. Especially since I'm not a real sci-fi fan (except for "Star Wars", although you can debate whether it's sci-fi in that sense), such social hype tends to annoy me and I know the first part - now I know that it was due to my lack of attention - I remembered it as boring and stupid. I think the two parts are very good as a work of art in themselves and as a film.

Frank Herbert came up with a crazy world and story that didn't really appeal to me in terms of lore/content, but was filmed by Denis Villeneuve and was absolutely worth seeing. They may not be my favorite films or ones that I really enjoyed, but it is definitely an experience to watch them and to immerse yourself in this world like Paul supposedly once did in the lakes and seas of Caladan.

Finally, I would describe "Dune (Part Two)" with the following words: cinematic experience, epochal, entertaining, captivating, bombastic, confusing, attractive, unique.

A film that demands attention, but also absolutely deserves it. To understand the content you definitely have to see part 1. A true, epochal cinematic experience that I also recommend to non-sci-fi fans!
7/10
A bit slow with an oddly flowing plotline
troyrweaver13 March 2024
This movie is absolutely worth the watch. It is super anticipated, unbelievably well made, visually stunning, and pushes the boundaries of modern entertainment.

However, it is a very long movie, and I couldn't help but struggle to focus on it for the first couple hours. The scenes jump from one to another in an almost discrete fashion, there is very little continuity in the plot, and this leaves the viewer guessing. This definitely contributed to the cinematic feel of the movie especially when paired with the amazing visual effects. However, I could not help but feel like I just wanted to fast forward to the end of the movie so I could watch the inevitable climax that we all knew was coming.

I get that the slow feel is necessary to flush out the characters and narrative, but I wish that the story telling in this aspect was more thorough so that I felt like I needed to listen to it.

The ending was amazing, and the movie absolutely set the backdrop for what I assume will be another film. So maybe this is a steppingstone for something that will hopefully be much better.
6/10
Better than part one
matteocordero12 March 2024
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The sequel to Dune (2021), titled Dune: Part Two, is an epic science fiction film based on the novel by Frank Herbert. This installment continues the saga of the hero, Paul Atreides, and his alliance with the Fremen people on the desert planet of Arrakis in their relentless battle against House Harkonnen. In the previous film, House Harkonnen decimated House Atreides and assassinated Paul's father, Duke Leto Atreides.

Personally, I have a preference for Dune: Part Two over its predecessor. By the time I viewed the second movie, I had gathered more information and explored the Dune saga more thoroughly, enabling a deeper understanding and appreciation of the film. The cinematography is breathtaking, with several panoramic scenes being notably remarkable. The portrayal of the desert planet is done with incredible quality, which stood out to me as particularly impressive. However, I find the film's narrative structure to pose a challenge due to its intricate plot. To fully comprehend the story, reading the novels or at least acquainting oneself with some foundational information is advisable. This approach can mitigate the plot's complexity from detracting from the film's enjoyment and immersion.
10/10
The best of centuries
reactnewgenjs4 March 2024
This movie catch me. Most wonderful scenes i ever seen in cinema. In a world where the possibilities are endless and the imagination knows no bounds, sci-fi movies have become a gateway to exploring the unknown and the unimaginable. From futuristic technologies to alternate dimensions, these films have the power to transport us to worlds beyond our wildest dreams. If you're a fan of blade runner storytelling and jaw-dropping visuals, buckle up as we dive into the top 10 must-watch sci-fi movies that will leave you questioning reality itself. I'm waiting for third part of Dune really.. Great movie.
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5/10
This is an action movie
stiffelsarah26 March 2024
The film felt like one long battle, with far more fighting than plot or character development - many characters felt a bit cliched, they weren't given much of a chance. I did get bored. Right at the end after they finally finish the big battle, there is almost immediately a sword duel, and I thought oh no, not another fight! It felt more like a lesson in military strategy than a story, and it edged towards a glorification of war. I much preferred part I.

I did love Austin Butler's performance, which was the highlight for me, together with Javier Bardem's and much of the cast. The costumes and sets are superb, the soundtrack is good, the cinematography is amazing.

I do keep wondering, it's all fine riding a giant sand worm, but how do they get off!?
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9/10
Amazing
nfzxvdfdhp29 March 2024
Stunning movie. 3 hours of beautiful scenes, great actors and amazing story. Whole movie was engaging, I wasn't bored at any time. Cgi is very good. Soundtrack also helps to immerse yourself. I recommend going to theatres for at least dolby atmos sound rooms, the best option of course would be an IMAX. I personally prefer the Dune 2 over the first one. It was like 5 times of everything more than the previous episode. If somebody never read the book the plot is actually unpredictable and very interesting. Definitely best movie I have seen this year in the theatres. I hope it will be nominated in some categories.
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8/10
Visually great, mediocre material
ronwx-928715 April 2024
Yes it looks fabulous. But.. so does my kitchen and it doesn't entertain me. This is a well crafted epic, with the loudest loud and the dizziest dazzles. But even these amazing SFX can't account for that fact that source material by Herbert is thin gruel. Yes there are giant worms... but seriously.. what else is there that's 'Sci-Fi'. The rest is humdrum family politics and loose references to Islam. I've read the books - and they are hugely overrated and thin on substance. And it shows even through this shine.

The performances are strong but even the majestic Ferguson can't elevate the script, which at times attempts to portray Paul as both messiah and villain- without knowing white which side to pick.
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10/10
Triumph of scale and vision
lambertsenk27 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's Dune 2 delivers epic spectacle that will leave you breathless. For fans longing for the grandeur of Game of Thrones and the sweeping scale of Lord of the Rings, Dune 2 fulfills that desire in a way that evokes genuine awe. Villeneuve's masterful world-building and stunning visuals create a cinematic experience that rivals the best fantasy epics. The story itself is rich with complex characters and political intrigue, reminiscent of the captivating drama that unfolded in Westeros. This is a film that transcends genre, offering a compelling narrative interwoven with stunning visuals. Dune 2 is a must-see for any discerning filmgoer seeking a truly immersive cinematic experience.
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6/10
A bit overrated
borgrunner993 April 2024
The film enchants with its breathtaking cinematography, stirring music (I love Zimmer), and immersive sound design, constructing a vibrant cinematic universe. While the talented cast delivers commendable performances and certain scenes are genuinely captivating, I struggled to form a deep connection with the main characters, and the narrative lacked the compelling grip I anticipated. Overall, it's a commendable effort, yet it lacks the magical allure and goosebump-inducing moments. Compared to the director's previous work on Blade Runner 2049, this falls slightly short. I'd rate it a 6 out of 10.
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9/10
Best Sci-Fi I've seen in a while
jamiewalkersaxophone3 March 2024
Saw this at the cinema and it was one of the greatest films I've seen recently. It was shot so beautifully and so well done. Even though it was long - stuff was happening to keep a drive. The drive did die out slightly in the middle but it was enough to keep you hooked. There were a few points where dialogue felt slightly off but still it was amazing. It makes dune part 1 feel like a better movie too because of how it has set up such a well done film. It was so close to being a 10/10 but it was just those few small things that let it slip, I'd still recommend this film to anyone regardless!!!!
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7/10
Missing storylines, why?
carlmov14 March 2024
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It's a very good movie to start with, but I have some 4 issues, or if I may add, 4 storylines that could have been better addressed and have been better elaborated. To start with, when Paul had to go out in the desert to be tested, Stilgar spooks him with the desert's perils and Djins that he need to be very alarmed with. Now, we are eager to see what will happen to him in the desert! Nope, we don't see all these fearful events, why? There was a big entertainment and a test of Paul's mettle to be witnessed, but for some reason, the film disregards this storyline! Shame. It would have been fun to watch.

The second issue, we don't see Paul raging against the Harkonnen troops except one scene. It doesn't sell the idea that he has become respected by the Fremen. How can a stranger win the hearts of warriors, unless we the audience see him tested in many battles? We missed seeing his courage, strength, and fighting abilities so we believe in him as well.

The third big issue, is when he takes the water of life. Hello! This is a major event, and to this endeavor, we hoped to see a preparation for the scene, a yet a huge ceremony like event where everyone is witnessing this transformation. It is either a miserable-painful death, or a glorification of the new Kwisatz Haderach. This is a huge becoming for a leader, I would have loved to see a mesmerizing enchanting scene. Then, how did the water of life affected him. What did he feel like? How does he relate to the spice and the universe, as it was slightly revealed or pictured in the original 1984 version of Dune. Another big moment that we missed.

Another side issue, in the original version, we see Paul standing high on an elevated platform addressing the Fremen in the millions; we don't see this in the new version. Now, regardless whether the book make sense that there are millions in the south and how come no one was aware of them, or at least, how come they move around without being noticed by all the advanced technologies? Millions not a few hundred like the people in the north. Anyway, a scene with thousands of Fremen fighters gathered to cheer their new leader would have added a lot of visual depth to the plot.

Continuing. This is my last issue. The scene where the emperor comes to Arrakis is so mitigated. This is a space opera scene par excellence, and we missed to see the pompous entourage of the emperor. This could have been a grandiose scene with all the glory of an ending to the movie. The space looked so unfitting to an emperor and the story at large.

Alas, if these storylines were developed and elaborated more, the movie would have been super amazing.

One last thing, Rabban's nickname is the beast. Did anyone feel or view him as such? He doesn't come by as a ferocious beast to me.
9/10
Beautiful and fulfilling! Sci-fi at its best!
seanmcgeown-754826 March 2024
I just knew after watching Dune Pt1 , Part 2 was going to blow me away. My anticipation had me fixated on the screen from the first second to the last. And I was right. Of course I had no doubt this would not disappoint, with Denis and the assembled cast of old and new would get any Hollywood production company salivating at the thought of an epic trilogy. The scope of Arakkis and the intimacy between characters invites you to a place that can't be imagined unless seen through the lens of creative genius's and talented actors serving their best for the craft of filmmaking. Sci-fi has just had its boundaries pushed to the limit!
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9/10
Beautiful and fulfilling! Sci-fi at its best!
seanmcgeown-754826 March 2024
I just knew after watching Dune Pt1 , Part 2 was going to blow me away. My anticipation had me fixated on the screen from the first second to the last. And I was right. Of course I had no doubt this would not disappoint, with Denis and the assembled cast of old and new would get any Hollywood production company salivating at the thought of an epic trilogy. The scope of Arakkis and the intimacy between characters invites you to a place that can't be imagined unless seen through the lens of creative genius's and talented actors serving their best for the craft of filmmaking. Sci-fi has just had its boundaries pushed to the limit!
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8/10
Cool Movie but lacked in some parts
drewdella5 March 2024
I will first off say that this was way better than the first movie.

I think that the CGI was awesome and it was a really gran movie with some great action sequences, the desert use was awesome although i think it was a little corny sometimes.

I also think they really wasted a good villian.

It was hard for me to really be convinced by timothee the whole movie, i think a problem was everyone was just way too famous and it led to it being really hard to stay inside that world that denis was trying to create, although the use of the worlds foreign language was really cool and really brought me into their world.

Overall id say people are overrating it but it is far from a bad movie, for sure enjoyable.
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3/10
Edited Mess
plumcoo24 March 2024
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This movie is an edited mess. It jumps between scenes with no flow and character development is minimal at best. A few decent action scenes followed by 2.5 hours of boredom and the quickest final action scene that basically jumped to him winning off scene.

The characters have no major arc and the mother is made reverend immediately. There is no rik to Paul who is just going through the motions until they make him their leader because he could convince one ramdom guy about his grandmother.

They turned Buatista's character into a minor character.

I saw more worms at the bottom of a tequila bottle.
9/10
The heart is not meant to rule
broken_princess084 March 2024
Dune is a mesmerizing universe unlike any I have seen. If you watched part 2, then you probably enjoyed part1. However, it's difficult to say one is better than the other because they are two very different films. That is natural, of course, for any epic franchise as the story progresses. With that being said, the first and second half of part 2 also feel like two different films. I felt like it started out slow and then was rushed at times.

The first half takes us through Paul and Lady Jessica's acclimation into the Fremen. Paul transitions seamlessly, confirming the beliefs held by some that he is in fact the messiah. I understand the necessity of this especially as far as building up the following for the Lisan Al Giab. But it felt like some of this could have been cut down and more energy put into the second half. I did enjoy meeting the emperor and princess Irulan and learning more about the influence of the Bene Gesserit.

The second half of the film has a different tone. Lord Baron may be the antagonist but one of my favorite aspects of this film is getting to delve deeper into House Harkonnen. We are introduced to Feyd-Rautha, who may be one of the greatest villains in cinematic history. I felt like this arc should have been explored more than some of the others. Paul's transformation to what may be Kwisatz Haderach is bewitching and is worthy of a 10 star review on its own. I would have liked to see more of the Bene Gesserit and Lady Jessica being a badass, which is one of the reasons I loved part 1 so much. Even though the film is nearly three hours long, I'd like to see an extended version of the second half.
10/10
A Visual Masterpiece with Villeneuve's Signature Touch
indianmale_55510 March 2024
'Dune Part Two' immediately captures you with its stunning visuals. The early CGI scene involving a foetus and 'the water of life' is a masterstroke, despite lacking real human presence. Director Denis Villeneuve created a sequel that surpasses the already superior first part, making it consciously accessible even to newcomers to the film series and books. The performances are all well done, although Austin Butler's portrayal of Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen falls short of the hype, although not bad by any stretch. Villeneuve's ability to blend complex themes with approachable storytelling shines through. Despite minor flaws, 'Dune Part Two' earns top marks, reaffirming Villeneuve's mastery in creating captivating cinema for all audiences.
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10/10
Epic Sci-fi masterpiece
babufrik-100029 February 2024
My first IMDB review is dedicated to a sci-fi masterpiece that demands the attention of every enthusiast. This cinematic gem transcends expectations, weaving a visual tapestry of extraordinary beauty. From meticulously crafted scenes to stunning settings, the film's visual allure is unparalleled. The soundtrack, a character in itself, elevates the experience, creating a symphony of emotions.

Adapting from the source material, the filmmakers strike a delicate balance, preserving the essence of the book while infusing unique cinematic charm. The cast delivers authentic performances, breathing life into characters with dedication and skill. This isn't just a film; it's an experience that lingers, sparking conversations and leaving a lasting impression.

In a saturated cinematic landscape, this movie distinguishes itself as a shining star, demanding attention and offering an odyssey into the extraordinary. It's more than a movie; it's a celebration of storytelling's boundless possibilities and the artistry that makes cinema timeless. For those who revel in the magic of the silver screen, this is a journey worth taking.
9/10
Absolutely incredible (that was amazing, my 12 year old)
alunmcarthur15 March 2024
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So yes, I adore the 1st film ans watch it probably once a month since I could.

I went with 0 expectations of the 1st film and was almost falling asleep in the first 30 mins... but after that, damn!

This is possibly the best sequel to a film I've seen. Those marking it down appear to be doing so for 1 of 2 reasons.

Either to appear edgy, as in somehow this makes you better than others (think "I've never seen lord of the rings" or "I've never watched an episode of game of thrones"; and this some how gives them a personality....

Or they don't get it, it's not for them, and this somehow makes it a bad movie...

It's everything you would want, brilliantly acted, visually stunning, and is not "rushed" at the end. The "end" lasts for about 55 minutes!

As mentioned, my 12 year old loved it. He struggles to sit for more than 10 minutes, yet managed the entire film with 1 break and stated how "amazing" it was, over and over again.

If its not for you, that's fine, but to pretend this film isn't incredible, you're just lying to yourself.
8/10
It should have been two movies
gaetanbouchard4 March 2024
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I am sorry to admit it, but I was a bit disappointed by Dune Part 2. Don't get me wrong, I truly think that it is a far better movie than anything of the genre that was released since Dune Part one, but this movie has flaws that prevented me from fully enjoying it. I am a huge fan of off Denis Villeneuve. We have the same age and we even come from the same town in Québec, Canada. I watched everything that he as done many times and I think that his work is up there with the movies from the best of the industry. Dune 2 is beautiful in every way, most of the actors are great, and the dialogues are very good. However, some stuff did not do it for me. First, the love story between Paul and Shani happens to quickly and we seem to miss many parts of it as there are cuts in the storyline jumping from a moment to a later one. They are lovers and palls but not on the same page which could have been better exploited. The second thing is Jessica going from a loving mother and decent reasonable person to a freaking witch in a, instant. Again, things went to far too quickly. Thirdly, the battle scene was too short, way too short. The Sardaukars are supposed to be the best, but they did not even fight really. We saw very little of the battles. It could have been 5 to 7 minutes longer with a lot more happening. Major disappointment for me. Another thing that did not work for me was that there was almost nothing of the backstory of Gurny behing a smuggler. How can smugglers even exists knowing how controlling the Arkenens are? I did not get that at all. Gurney's character even went a bit wild. I thought that he was a strong but thoughtful and smart man. The emperor seemed like an old and weak man, one that could have been easily controlled by the Bene Gesserit. That did work for me either. And how about the end of the Baron that could not fight, could no do anything to defend itself. A missed opportunities of having a solid argument between Paul and him. Knowing that Alia is the one that killed the Baron in the booking, she could at least have been involved in a way or another through her mother. I truly believe that Part two should have been two separate movies. There was too much story to tell for one single movie. To much thing happening and to much character evolving too rapidly. In a first movie, the fight between the Arkonens and the Fremen could have had a larger escalation. A second movie would be all about the rise of Paul and a longer and more detailed battle. The north and south thing for me was useless and could have been skipped by Denis. By making two movies, we could have more action sequences and a far better understanding of the motivations for each character. Paul's transformation from a smart and sensible young man to a messiah figure could have made more sense if it happened slower, with more self-resistance. Paul became a tyrant in an instant. My final negative reaction is for the studio. The trailer revealed to much and it showed most of the best visual of the entire movie. Dune part two is a blessing and the fact that this Saga was greenlighted knowing how impossible in this to make a movie of these books that are both cleaver and weird at the same time is almost unbelievable knowing how bad the industry is right now. I am glad that the movie did well in the box office for its opening weekend. Go see it for yourself.
10/10
Lightning in a bottle.
BamBamK111 March 2024
This is a film language masterclass. The perfect marriage of sight and sound.

No need to go into details, but 'Dune: Part Two' is a restoration of the sci-fi/fantasy soul that existed for previous generations.

The 80s had Blade Runner The 90s had T2 The 2000s blessed us with ROTK The 2010s began with Deathly Hallows Pt 2

And now the 2020s is restored with the Dune series. Denis Villeneuve deserves recognition as a leading auteur who will influence the next decade of filmmakers to go back to the well for nourishment.

For those who appreciate the craft of filmmaking and have awaited the messiah of storytelling.. your wish has been granted. Enjoy!
9/10
A Mesmerizing tragedy
harshtmr4 March 2024
I traveled an hour to watch this in IMAX, and the result it shows clearly tells us why we should watch movies in theaters, especially like this, which is made in such a way that you will remember and cherish it forever, clearly an epitome in the sci-fi genre.

And oh man, the consistency of Denis Villeneuve to make such good films one after another is just damn good. The music score by Lord Hans Zimmer was phenomenal, especially in the climax, and with the visual by Greig Fraser, he truly captivates the whole beauty of the Dune in such a colossal way that each frame is just mesmerizing and leaves you in awe, especially the world of Giedi Prime. The moment I saw that Harkonnen arena, it made me feel eerie and created a fear in me. The only problem for me was some fast paced scenes when they reached the south for water of life.

Clearly, watching it in IMAX surely escalates the experience for me, which makes it one of my most memorable movie going experiences.

Lead them to paradise.
6/10
A loud space opera full of ethno kitsch
rvrqvfjza12 March 2024
A loud space opera full of ethno kitsch

The second part of Dune repeats many of the problems of the first part. There are the lengthy static shots; instead of rhythm, a loud roar accompanies every scene that is supposed to have a dramatic effect. Sometimes less would have been more, Mr. Zimmer. It's as if the movie is selling the audience for fools, as if the projectionist turns up the volume a few decibels every other scene so that no one misses the great drama unfolding on the screen. Because the images are only sometimes able to tell the story. Certainly, the ride on the sandworm and the first raid on a Spice harvester fill the entire movie theater. Similarly, some characters such as Rebecca Fergurson or Austin Butler can certainly arouse interest with their mysterious nature. But then again, the story is too one-dimensional, the religious element is only scratched on the surface and the fight against the Harkonnen ultimately dissolves into a dune chase against Nazis. As a blockbuster, Dune 2 only lands in the midfield and does not live up to the overly enthusiastic reviews.
10/10
A True Masterpiece
timipacurar4 March 2024
I was highly anticipating this movie and I can wholeheartedly say that it did not disappoint. From the brilliant visual effects to the incredible performances, this movie is one of the best sequels that I have ever seen.

Timothée Chalamet really stood up in this film by portraying Paul in such a powerful and mesmerizing way that it leaves you wondering what kind of character Paul Atreides really is. I found myself rooting for him in the beginning of the movie, but by the end of it, I started questioning his choices and wondering if this was "the only way" or if he got power hungry in this whole process.

Another powerful performance was from Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha. He was scary, he was fearless, and he was visually the most interesting actor to look at.

I can't write a proper review for Dune 2 without talking about Denis Villeneuve, the person who made it all possible. I think he is a brilliant director that continues to surprise us with his craft. I really hope we will get the chance to see Dune Messiah directed by Denis Villeneuve.
7/10
Spicediver
rileypatrick304 March 2024
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I enjoyed this movie. I thought it was very entertaining. Many of the things done in this movie continue the developing story of Paul very well. As the director said at one point, he wanted to show a different side of Paul, that is often lost on the audience, especially whenever Frank released the first book for the first time.

Paul is supposed to be a bad guy sorta, he is supposed to be taking revenge on his uncle for his father's death. He wants power, he wants control, and he wants to use that power and control to lead humanity down a certain path. As you get through the story towards the final books released by Franks son, in my opinion, the story comes full circle. Eventually Chani and Paul are just normal people living on Dune as clones of their former selves. Free from all the fighting. As is all of humanity. But that is neither here nor there. This story being told today is never going to be able to tell the whole story of how they got there, 5000+ years into the future. Because of that, it makes no sense to me that they chose to make this movie and tell this story this way.

I have no idea where he wants to take this movie series. I imagine Chani will eventually turn on Paul and it would surprise me if she doesn't considering how aggressive he made her towards Paul. So many things are so different from the book/books. Which is fine, because he is telling his own story. However I didn't come here to watch his telling of this story, I came here to watch Dune. I want the story of Dune.

My biggest complaint here is that they did not tell the story of Dune, the spice, and why it is so important. I know it is hard to do that, which is why they are choosing to tell the story the way they are. But their is a version of Dune that tells that story. I recommend that people find a way to watch it.

Watch Spicediver's Fan Edit of the original dune. In July of 2022, but originally many years ago, a fan that goes by Spicediver, released a Alternate edition. It goes by Dune 1984 The alternative edition redux, a special 1080p edition. This is about 178 mins long and cuts the movie into bits that are more digestible. Explains the story much more completely. It really is the best way to experience Dune, you will not come out confused and despite it not completely following the book. It surely does tell a more complete story that you will walk away from enjoying. It has a slower pace, but also has a more complete story.

I liked this movie, I liked the first one. But I have to recommend the alternate edition. It does a much better job than anybody else at editing and putting together a coherent story that really draws you into a sci-fi world ruled by power hungry madmen hopped up on a future drug that enhances the power of humans to near god like levels.
8/10
An incredible yet flawed piece of cinema
bjstephenson13 March 2024
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Heading into the cinema, I had extremely high hopes for the second installment of Dune, after the first film set the scene, and to the most part, I was not disappointed.

There was some incredible pieces of videography and editing, with some of the shots of the desert and the battles breathtaking. Zendaya was superb and Chalamet's performance was the best I've seen from him (admittedly I've only seen him in a couple of other things). One issue I do have with the development of Paul/ Usal/ Muad'dib is that he went from desert 'newbie' being sent off to survive, and then 10 minutes later, he was riding a massive sand worm. I can only assume this would have been longer of there was the runtime for it, but with the film being almost 3 hours, it was cut down which is understandable.

As an atheist, I couldn't help but chuckle when Stilgar (Javier Bardem) claimed and hailed Paul's messiah status anytime he did anything, but that's what this film is about. Faith, hope and fate in the face of adversity. Further, Bardem's performance was arguably the best of the stellar cast. He keeps the leadership qualities of Stilgar, while keeping his faith and that little bit of mystery, still, about him and his people.

Another important part was the snippet into the life of the emperor (Christopher Walken) and his daughter (Florence Pugh) which gave the audience a better understanding of the politics of the houses and the empire. This also allowed the development of my favourite storyline in the franchise, that of the Bene Gesserit. As a group, there intentions are incredibly mixed and difficult to see. The leader seems to simply want to have influence over the emperor and doesn't care who that is. Lady Jessica simply wants her son to have all the power in the world, and the power they have is fascinating. The emperor's daughter is an interesting character as she starts off innocently enough, before being revealed as a witch (?) and then simply accepted Paul's hand in marriage and she's played brilliantly by Florence Pugh, despite the small role. Speaking of the ending, it's a bit odd which Paul going power crazy and ditching Chani for another girl's hand in marriage. It does make sense, to a degree, especially when you consider the fact there needs to be some lose ends to tie up for a third film.

Based on what I've said so far, this would be a 9/10 film but the reason it's down to an 8 is the music. My friends agreed when we saw it (and the same with the first film) but it seems a bit overdone. The religious, lisan Al gaib type theme came up far too often, sometimes when Paul was just standing there. It also took away from the battle, with that being overlayed with a more classic battle tune, which I think took away from the suspense a bit. Further, the timing was a bit off. The music should come a second after a revelation, not before, which happened a couple of times. For example, at one point, the theme started while we could only see sand, a second before actually seeing something of significance.

To conclude, a stunning film, and a great improvement on the first but the music and one or two plot points stop it from being an all time great. Roll on Dune: Part Three.
9/10
A wonderful Sequel that almost perfectly translates the novel to the big screen
srkloppmann8 March 2024
Dune: Part Two is a wonderful sequel that starts off right where the first ended. Though the story is likely well known by many now, I will be largely celebrating how well Legendary Pictures adapted the series to the big screens. First off, everything feels as if it was truly recorded right off the camera, and directly ported to the big screen. No moment felt off when the CG. Compare this to the likes of Marvel where CG was so bad, there were commonly viewer complaints with regards of the CG absolutely ruining the immersion for the viewers. The CG in Dune translated the text from the book to the big screen in a near perfect manor. Every scene feels as if the book was being read aloud and with the utmost detail. Dune 2 in text form wasn't exactly the most suitable for the big screen. Without getting into too much graphically, Dune 2 tones down the more explicit scenes greatly while keeping the idea there for the readers to know what had actually gone on. Overall, Dune 2 kept the essence of what readers loved about it, whole exemplifying the experience on the big screen.
6/10
Falls below Part one
salmoopen6 March 2024
Denis Villeneuve's epic science-fiction sequel is visually stunning and awe inspiring but is it better than Dune part one? I loved the part one , its beauty and simplicity , it made me think about the characters for days after the first watch and made me watch it again. Probably it is one movie coming close to Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey. Part two gives me the feeling of watching a big circus with many awe inspiring items. Once you're out of the theatre you don't feel for the movie. Despite the 166-minute running time characters does not get enough time to develop. The romance between Paul and Chani is central theme but is so underdeveloped audience don't feel for them. You feel the movie is rushed through towards the end and ending abruptly. The film has so many grand themes, and grand visuals, that it more than justifies the price of a cinema ticket. I would give 8 star to the part one and 6 star to the part two.
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10/10
Literally the Best Screenplay ever
This motion picture is everything ! - but boring. It's probably the most epic and mesmerising, absorbing screenplay I have ever experienced ; part two completes the first book of Frank Herbert visionary, social and ecologic philosophy (Dune) of human mankind within a possible future of and for us. The acting, the Cast, the scenery, the images, the shooting, the dialogues everything is perfect. It's an outstanding masterpiece which will influence the future and set new standards for cinematography forever thanks to Denis Villeneuves love for the Script and Story. An immersive experience without reference.
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9/10
Spectacular Sci-Fi Epic
milanelite53093 March 2024
"Dune Part II" takes viewers on another journey through the mesmerizing world of Arrakis, boasting breathtaking visuals and impeccable sound design.

Kudos to Hanz Zimmer for outstanding sound design.

Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides continues to impress, complemented by Rebecca Ferguson's captivating performance as Lady Jessica.

The addition of Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha injects a new layer of intrigue into the story.

Nothing more to add except that despite of occasional pacing issues, the film delivers a thrilling experience that solidifies its place as a standout sci-fi epic, earning a commendable 9/10 rating.

Well done!
6/10
A classic buddy movie, with a twist
providerssok6 March 2024
Villeneuve and Zimmer's relationship appears to have evolved into a deeply mutual artistic appreciation, reflected in their recent cinematic endeavors. With the Dune series, their synergy shines through visually and sonically, crafting a feast for the senses. However, the sequel, while visually and aurally captivating, lacks the intellectual and emotional resonance of their previous works. This shortfall might stem from the daunting source material-a narrative labyrinth that even my voracious teenage reading appetite found impenetrable, akin to attempting to wade through solid concrete. I want more Villeneuve sci-fi, but with the reach of Bladerunner.
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1/10
Overrate Bad Movie
bqxcfmkj16 March 2024
This Movie is a proof that modern cinema is death - overhyped and, in many ways, a bad movie

1. The Story is a glimpse of what the book is telling 2. Acting is so bad or emotionless 3. Colorless to the extent that they use filters in the Desert Scene, so Arakis looks like a death planet 4. The Music is boring and Sounds like a cheap drone sound from a sample lip 5. Paul acts like a dictator, and Chanie is so irrelevant to the whole story 6. Stilgar is shown as an idiot - far, far away from what he is in the books 7. The CGI is so bad that it's a good example of how not to use CGI in a Movie (the battle scenes are so poor) 8. The misunderstanding of religion is breathtaking - the whole movie is a big insult to all Islamic people 9. Villeneuve has no clue about the Dune books in any way. Look to David Lynch or Alejandro Jodorowsky - they have a better understanding 10. All scenes that are copied from David Lynch's approach, like the end scene looking like a poor copy of the original (the endfigth is so ridiculously bad),

This whole movie, with Part 1, shows why modern movies are so bad - no emotions, no good world-building, clinical, empty, soulless acting and bad CGI.
8/10
Great hard Sci-fi, some pacing issues
davidwjbenoun2 March 2024
This is a very good movie, probably better than Dune 1.

However, I find that the ending is too rushed compared to the mid section that describes freman life. Also some key villains die too abruptly compared to their relative importance in the story. Epilogue battle feels like an easy win.

The political intrigue is also downplayed compared to its importance in the world.

The rest is flawless, visually mesmerizing effects and neat interpretation/update of the technology in the book.

Acting and dialogue are effective. I like how the religious aspect is built-up. Though maybe the storytelling skews a little bit too much towards the 'messiah' aspect and leaves out ecological considerations which were important in Herbert's novel.

I will definitely reread the novel and watch it again.
10/10
Cinematically Beautiful!
meghaas928 March 2024
I am having a hard time picking which of the two Dune movies are the best. I think I am just in awe of how cinematically beautiful they both are. There were countless times that I got goosebumps during Dune Part 2 and I had to pick my jaw up several times. I was one of those girls that didn't understand the hype of Timothee that made all of them swoon over him but I get it now! Timothee does an amazing job and he is a perfect example of how attractive a driven man is. I have not read the books and did no research going into either of these movies so I can't decide if Paul is good or evil or just a man out for revenge which can be taken as either good or evil. Both of the parts are movies that I will watch again and can't wait for the continuation. Highly recommend both movies!
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1/10
Bad movie choice
angelicaonas2 March 2024
So much unnecessary, unrelated, irrelevant events..

This is not a Hollywood movie supposed to be. This is a waste of time trying to understand the logic behind each scene.

There are so many unnecessary scenes and irrelevant to each other.

It is trying so hard to be mysterious and interesting but failed miserably.

This movie is nothing compared to all Christopher Nolan's or Steven Spielberg's.

I don't know how else to describe this movie to save the time of others who are planning to watch this movie. Please do your research or watch just the first 20 mins of the movie and you will see. That's all.
8/10
Did exactly what was expected after part 1, possible spoilers
hafgodolphil20 March 2024
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This is the first film to actually get me into a cinema in at least 5 years, due to how good part 1 was, but tbh part 2 felt massively over long, with large stretches of not much happening.

Part 2 also seems to almost forget about characters from part 1, lady Jessica seems to have little screen time or much to do at all except scowl a bit. Other characters just get shoved in front of you, I've read the book so understand you can't explain everything, but when even Irulian is barely introduced it makes the throne room scene at the end come across rushed as did a lot of the sudden action. Compared to lynch's version the battle felt a bit flat even though it looked far superior.

The baron also felt a bit underutilized whilst at least his nephew is well played but again should have got more to do.

Effects wise I don't think this holds up to part 1, geidi prime shots looked cut n paste CGI on the screen I watched anyway, whilst at nearly every turn we just get treated to another shot of the inside of a sandstorm.

Definitely got a bit bored by the 2 hour mark, although saying that I will certainly give it another run when available for home view.

For me, Villeneuve nailed part 1 Vs the first half of Lynchs version and vice versa on the second half Vs part 2, hybrid me a composite of those two films and bam, perfect.
6/10
Slow with a lot of dead moments
constantinviscreanu7 March 2024
Nice atmosphere. Mortuary, but somehow nice as a working product. Always tragic and godly music but nothing happens. Or too little. Too much tension for nothing. Slow moves. Clasic hero looks for too many characters.

Nice acting from the big actors (those 4) and Zendaya. The rest were destroyed by copy - paste recipe ( I'm sure they can do more).

So, basically, same as the first one. But further on the story line. Just a mm further.

Imagine a great set, great sound (too much maybe), but not much to see, just drama and drama again. With no support in story, just for coolness.

A big loss for me.
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10/10
Ho-Lee-F..
stijnvanlieshout13 March 2024
What an amazing movie! The world, the connections between al the actors, the love story, Gene Besserit, the Fremen. It is all so confluent en the story has so many different angles that collide together perfectly. Just leaves you with the 'wow' feeling sitting in your seat when the movie ends. Well done, deserves a lot of praise! You know it is a good movie when you want to join the Fremen and fight against the oppressors. I would defininetly see the movie again tomorrow if someone asks me to. Long time ago that I had this feeling after seeing a movie. Well done Denis Villenevue, can't wakt for part 3.
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8/10
Cliche
serbskiratnik3 March 2024
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What to say?

They are heading for the Hobbit road. Although I haven't read the books since the second half of the film, and especially towards the end, clichés appear, the story is obviously deprived of essential details of the book. Let's say, the fight with the Sardukars.

Although they present themselves as top warriors in the fight scene with the desert people who are guerillas so to speak, there is not a single scene in which they did not come off as Stormtroopers.

They are only there to fill the pixels....

Enough said. It's nice that it came out and it's generally an excellent film, but because of the name it bears and the way it was realized, I'm giving it this rating.
6/10
One of the best films I've seen in months
Pubgstar3616 March 2024
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With its amazing sound design and VFX the film stands a testament of the movie industry. Now is it as good as people say it is. No. But I will give it credit for being an actual decent movie.

My main complaint would be the trailers as they show everything from feyd rautha, he only has about 26 minute's of screen time but in that time he is either a background character or is just saying something to move the plot forward. I did find Austin butler's performance terrifying as his portrayal as a criminally insane man was way too good and funny.

I loved what they did with the sand worms as well. That was creative. 6/10 definitely deserves an Oscar.
7/10
Visual Enjoyment but not more
elianefromswitzerland27 March 2024
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Don't get me wrong. To me it is a good movie. Absolutely worth the watch. Solid acting. Great pictures and a real visual enjoyment. And wonderful soundtrack by Hans Zimmer.

But do not make the same mistake as me and believe the hype and expect to much.

I really liked the cast in the first place. The script is medium and no scene really catched me emotionally. I basically missed the heavy emotions the entire movie. But this was not the actors fault. I think it was mostly because of the storyline and the lenght of some scenes that needed to longer and more deep with a better script.

The movie's storyline is all over the place. It feels rushed at moments, confusing at other moments, some characters randomly appear and disappear. Everybody is (rightfully) complaining about this sequel being low on storyline.

Especially the whole assault/battle at the end needed more time. I mean it started great with Paul and the many fremen but then the battle started and ended almost at the same time. I was so dissapointed. As a watcher you waited so bad for this scene at the end but everything happened so fast. There was never really much of a tension or at least it was not possible to build one.

So overall Dune Part one was slower, more quite, not that much action but it was the better storyline, you got the deeper scenes and more tension which leads to feel more of emotions.

Part two is the opposit. Seems like they had to rush on it and put all the action into it that was missing in the first part. But what did it cost? Emotions and Passion.

I can not understand people comparing this movie with lotr or other great movies.

Dune Part two was just not that masterpiece I really wished for. But again worth the watch.
6/10
I wanted this to be the Sci-Fi version of Lord Of the Rings
jure_cas5 March 2024
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The first movie was incredible.

Then comes this.

Anybody who has not read the books can get easily overwhelmed with all the unexplained lore.

The main hero has by the end more names and titles then Daenerys Targaryen.

The emperor has no personality or anything. When they get attacked they just all stand there and wait. Why cast Christopher Walken to only have him stare into space and not do anything Costumes while very beautiful are unexplained. Each scene the female characters are dressed in another stunning attire that seems to matter to the story, yet they don't tell us why.

I have seen people compare the Baron to the Joker. What a joke... He is an one-dimensional character without any personality, development or point.

CGI, acting, set design, score, cinematography are all great, the movie only lacks a script to match them.

For the amount of the story it tells or wants to tell this should either be 1 hour shorter, or 3 hours longer and much more explored.
10/10
Really good watch it in a cinema imax if you can
lukaprcic-6668916 March 2024
Incredible movir. Reinflamed my love of going to a actual cinema. Definitely one of the best movies i watched in my life. The first time i watched it it was akin to a religious experience and it wasn't evsn in an imax theatre. That being said watching this movie at home or in a regular cinema is also really really good

Stand out performance by Javier Bardema and the whole cast honestly. Incredible visuals you could frame 90% of the shots of the movie and put those pictures around your house.

Ridiculously good music and audio again recommend a cinema to get that full experience.

Much more fast paced than the first one, much more movement and happenings going about

Great love interest performed by zendaya and timothee chalamet.

All around an incredible movie and im sure it's going to be an incredible franchise.
10/10
Blown Away - A Beyond Comparison Masterpiece
jawadawan-8454216 March 2024
I love watching movies though have never left a review but felt compelled to write one for Dune 2 as it had such a profound impact on me. Don't think my words can do justice to what i just experienced but would say that, I went in expecting it to be a great movie but it turned out to be my greatest watch ever.

I re-watched the first one before going in. I would recommend doing just that as it would make watching part 2 so much better. Every aspect of the movie was wonderful and the pace with which the movie progressed was just right.

I would strongly recommend this movie, what an experience.
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7/10
I expected more
shushush14 March 2024
Stunning visuals but I couldn't help feeling this movie was somehow rushed. The dialogs between Paul and Chani feel stiff and don't capture the great love they supposedly share. While excluding some of the material from the books is necessary in order obtain a reasonable movie length, I believe altering the personality of the characters is a dangerous play and this time it didn't pay off imo. Neither did the made up animosity between northern and southern Fremen, what was the point of that? With a comprehensive book and amazing cast, he could have done better.

If only he'd done this one as he did the first, it would have been a masterpiece.
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6/10
Not as epic as the part one.
vladicastk6 March 2024
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I really enjoyed the first movie, as well as the first book, but couldn't find part two as epic as these two. I'm not the one who says that the movie should be the same as the book. What more, I'm happy they changed some details, like when Alia (Paul's sister), as a four-year-old child, kills baron Vladimir Harkonnen.

You see Zendaya casually chatting and laughing on the dunes with her friend, which degrades the efforts made in part one to create a picture of how hostile the whole planet is. Also, Stilgar's "funny" appearance, especially the short scenes where he speaks about prophecy, completely erased his character's authority alongside the other Fremen who should be depicted as fiercely warriors.

Visuals and sound are mostly very good, but it lacks some time to absorb a beautiful design concepts in comparison with the part one where you can enjoy those close combat shield effects and also Sardukar chanting. The whole Harkonnens world looks too plastic, without any filth and looks like cheap CGI.

Even though Villeneuve claimed that he doesn't care about dialogs and he wants to create a movie based on a picture and sound, I could rate scenes based on the speech and actors' appearance. I can say that I expected more from Christopher Walken's and Stellan's scene, Feyd-Rautha's character's cocky behavior is somehow too mainstream and expected, but on the other hand, Florence Pugh's and Timothee's performances were very strong.

The last but the most important thing that made the whole movie worse than part one is that it's too fast at pace. I would be happier if this sequel was separated in two, just in order to create a movie at a slower pace. A bunch of scenes need more space, more time to comprehend the whole situation and how difficult things Paul is facing because of knowing the horrors of the future.
10/10
"Your brother attacks the great houses"
Thegoodfella00730 March 2024
Simply the best experience I have ever had in a cinema, this is the only movie in my life for which I have gone to the cinema three times, Denis has established himself as the best director in scifi. Both the sound throughout the movie and the soundtrack have been able to leave me with goosebumps practically throughout the entire movie. The actors have played their characters incredibly well, just look at Feyd Rautha, I can say with complete certainty that this is the best science fiction film of the century. For those who are lucky enough to have not seen this work yet, do not waste your time, it is a unique experience that you will always remember.
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9/10
IMAX - crazy sound and visuals
carbonmta8 March 2024
I Loved it.

I really enjoyed Dune which is currently on Netflix and kicked myself for not seeing this at the cinema.

Dune 2 Not entirely sure of the whole story as quite complex and some edits were quite jumpy.

But on an IMAX screen,.one of the most impressive movies I've seen for a long time.

It was engaging and gripping.

The several epic battle scenes were very impressive, with epic landscapes filled with crazy explosions and destruction.

You were really made to feel a part of this distant and alien world.

The sound literally shook my chest.

I was transported into another world and the two and a bit hours went very quickly.

Recommended.
2/10
Can't see why Dune Part 2 is so highly rated...
michaelboardman14 March 2024
I read Dune shortly after it was published and have been a fan ever since, having read most of the canon.

The first attempt at filming the book in 1984 was flawed, but I felt it was a valiant attempt.

Dune Part 1 was not too bad and promised to be a reasonable version. It was missing some plot elements whose absence I couldn't really fathom (especially as there was a further three hours-worth to come) but I was willing to give them a pass on that pending the second part.

Saw Part 2 yesterday, truly disappointing. Important elements missed out/distorted needlessly, flaws in the details/unlikely scenarios, and clear inaccuracies in the way some things were portrayed. There was plenty of the time that was devoted to big explosions etc that could have been better used in depicting the worthwhile missing aspects of the book.

Definitely not recommended. To be honest I am not sure why I've given it two stars - maybe I just don't have it in me to downgrade something with Frank Herbert's name on it to the lowest possible grade.
10/10
10/10 - Masterpiece!
pghmcbgz26 March 2024
I think one word truly encapsulates the essence of this firm: MASTERPIECE. The first film in the series was undeniably good, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. However, this latest installment surpassed all expectations and can only be described as fantastic from start to finish. The experience of watching this film at an IMAX theater was a reminder of why IMAX theaters were created in the first place - the immersive visuals and sound truly enhanced the viewing experience.

Every actor in this film delivered an incredible performance, bringing their characters to life in a way that captivated and moved the audience. The chemistry between the cast members was palpable, adding depth and emotion to the already gripping storyline.

I am already looking forward to the release of this film on 4K Blu-ray, as it is a purchase I will definitely be making. The stunning visuals and expertly crafted cinematography deserve to be appreciated in the highest quality possible. For those who have the opportunity, I highly recommend seeing this film in IMAX - the impact and intensity of the experience are truly unforgettable.

In conclusion, this film is a true masterpiece in every sense of the word. The combination of stellar performances, breathtaking visuals, Hans Zimmer's heart-pounding soundtrack, and a gripping storyline make it a must-see for any film enthusiast. Don't miss your chance to witness cinematic greatness - go see this film at IMAX and prepare to be blown away.
9/10
9/10 luk kalite 8lik hikaye
ebilmez5 March 2024
Despite two years passing from Duke Leto's death to the great war, the question of why Reverend Mother didn't give birth to the cursed girl seemed to have strayed too far from the emotions portrayed in the book. Even in this state, it could have been beautiful but perfect. The brevity of the battle scene feels like a screenplay made out of fear, resembling a commercial rather than a meaningful one. A Dune series spanning three seasons could explore the depth of the story, whereas the films seem to skip many parts just to keep the audience from getting bored.

It could have been better, a superior screenplay was possible.
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10/10
The best film I've ever seen
paul_s_smc6 March 2024
I loved part one, and so this was highly anticipated by me, and it completely smashed my expectations out of the park, epic, beautiful and gripping, from start to finish, go and see it as soon as you can and in Imax preferably. My favourite films were Inception, the Matrix, LOTR but I now believe this is the greatest of them all, none stop action, fantastically set up by part 1, and this answers so many questions and gives you so much information, absolutely can't wait for the final part in the trilogy. Special mention to Austin Butler, what an incredible performance, his character is so well done. Go and see it!
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9/10
A really good movie worth watching in IMAX
hasaneda8126 March 2024
In this movie, Paul's rise as a false prophet after the first movie and Paul's belief in it are beautifully depicted. Hans Zimmer's music really increased your enjoyment of the movie. Frankly, I expected more war scenes from this movie. Before going to the movie, movie critics who made early reviews on the internet emphasized the epicness of the war scenes, but there was no epic war scene in the movie I watched. I didn't get what I expected in this regard. The final battle scene was nice but not epic. I don't know how many more films the director will make for this series, but I really think this series should continue. If this film series continues to be produced at this quality, it will take its place among the masterpieces of cinema history.
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10/10
What a cinematic masterpiece.
balangabrielbc1 March 2024
I've seen this in a 2D Dolby Atmos room at the cinema and the sound was very loud and made every scene more oustanding and beautiful to observe. Hans Zimmer never fails to amaze the human ear. It is a cinematic masterpiece in its whole greatness. The first movie hit me hard and the second hit me harder. It is nearly 3 hours but it doesn't feel like it. The whole story unfolds in a majestic way and Denis Villeneuve casted extremly powerful characters to perform their role. I gave it a 10 because it is probably the best movie I've ever seen in a cinema and I advise you to see it at the cinema also.
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2/10
Very dark and violent
thomasjd-353522 March 2024
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Although the acting is good and the show creative, my wife and I walked out of the movie about half way into it. The bad guys are very dark, evil characters kill innocents in various ways with perverse glee. This isn't entertaining or memorable-at least not something I want to remember.

As per the first movie, warfare is one of the central themes of the movie. The rest centers around the main character's development as the "prophet" following the manipulations of the people by his mother. This was interesting but not enough to entice us to stay for the other parts.

I was hoping this version of Dune wasn't going to go down the rat hole like the first one. No luck!
1/10
Expensive High School Drama
jaybeepar20 March 2024
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Title says it all. No script and substance in the movie. Just glittery production and soundscape. As a teenager maybe I'd like it a bit. The acting was sub par as well especially from Timothee and Zendaya. The technology and the time does not make sense. They have technology to have lasers and atomic bombs but not to improve their living conditions. Timothee does not die after being stabbed of course. I understand it's fiction but if you keep making things up the story just becomes something you recite to a small kid to make them fall asleep. It's 2024, level up your game people. You have great people to work with like Hans Zimmer but the output is so bleh.
10/10
Denis Villeneuve brings a masterpiece to cinema!!
oliscottman15 March 2024
Amazing movie by all standards, the cast was brilliant and Austin Butler as Feyd Rautha was insane.

Witness this masterpiece in IMAX because the sound quality was one of the best that I have ever heard, Hans Zimmer really gave his everything to perfect the score for this movie, I am really blown away I haven't witnessed a masterpiece like this in a very long time.

Disney should take a page from Denis film making because on a smaller budget then all the new marvel movies that have been coming out he has created a piece of art that will be remembered forever.

Thank you Denis for creating a film worth to go to the cinema for!!!
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6/10
Are you serious?! 10/10?! You are kidding...
james-465547 March 2024
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How the heck are there so many 10/10 reviews for this?! This was a genuinely disappointing experience. But first, the good bits: The audio is amazing and visually stunning. But that is it.

The entire finale was inevitable. We are told it is inevitable from the beginning of the movie, so there is no suspense throughout the entire thing. It plays out exactly as expected: Paul is the chosen one. Some believe he is, and others don't. He is great at everything he does on the first try. Everyone is convinced to follow him anyway because he is great at everything. They attack the bad guys, the plan goes great, and Paul wins.

We, as the audience, do not feel the same suspense and payoff as the characters. We know Paul is alive, so revealing him to other characters has no effect on us. Also, the other characters, like Princess Irulan and the Bene Gesserit, are just assuming he is alive anyway, so their actions are unaffected by his potential death.

Gurney returns, and it is just an "Ok. He's back. They hug. Now they have Gurney again." I am okay not knowing the whole backstory of how he survived, and I don't need to be spoonfed. But we get about a minute of Gurney doing his new thing until he bumps into Paul, and they hug it out. At least Gandalf's return in The Two Towers was fuelled by tension and foreshadowing, and the characters were there for a reason. For this, it was just "whelp, another Fremen attack."

Oh, and then Gurney casually mentions they have nukes, too, if they want them. Another thing handed to Paul on a silver platter. Which somehow is controversial for Chani. This brutal guerrilla fighter is suddenly like, "Oh man, I was all for killing people, but this nuke situation... bad. Don't do it, Paul." but then that is it. No more discussion about this atomic arsenal. I don't even know if they used them in the final battle because the effect of the missiles they did use was not particularly atomic...

So, while Paul is busy being great at everything but also Jon Snowing it by saying, "But I don't want it." Rabban is having difficulty solving the Fremen problem, so we get introduced to Feyd-Rautha, apparently the Neville Longbottom of the Kwisatz Haderach prophecy. Who we get to see be more psychopathic than his brother and a prime candidate to solve the Fremen problem using his unique skillset of... doing the exact same thing his brother was doing, which is shelling the **** out of the desert. But this time, it just so happens that Feyd-Rautha shelled the correct place, Sietch Tabr. How did he know the right place? No idea. All we see as an audience is him doing the exact same thing his brother did. Great. Maybe show us that Feyd-Rautha is more competent instead of just telling us? Because licking knives and being a psychopath does not mean you are better at outthinking Fremen.

So Paul goes south, which he did not want to do because he does not want to be Mr Prophecy Man, but now he has to. So when he gets there, he drinks the Water of Life that kills men but gives women memories of all their female ancestors, and he finds out he is half Harkonnen, which is... important? Why does he do this when he does not believe in the prophecy or want to be involved in it? Who knows. Maybe it is all a ruse. Maybe he does think he is the chosen one and has bluffed his way into being trusted. Sure, it is nice to finish a movie with something to think about, but the entire movie shouldn't be a complete tease with no payoff.

Speaking of finishing the movie. The finale is. Paul and the Fremen bait out the emperor. They set a "trap" and the "trap" is... jump out of the sand and charge. Great. Really using the Fremen advantage here. The fight could have been so clever, but instead, it was an artillery strike, then a charge. Christ...

So Paul walks into the throne room, kills Grandfather Baron Harkonnen, and challenges the emperor to single combat (which is just so tiresome to see these days). Feyd-Rautha volunteers to represent the emperor. So Paul and Feyd-Rautha try to knife each other. Feyd-Rautha stabs Paul! But wait! Paul wins! Because... he stabs Feyd-Rautha. So I guess Paul's stab was better than Feyd-Rautha's... Okay. So, the new bad guy with zero character development is dead.

It wasn't a terrible movie. It was just unfulfilling. It was beautiful both visually and audibly. But the pacing was terrible; we had too much detail for meaningless sections and not enough for others. It is not a bad movie, but it is DEFINITELY not 10/10 material.

Also, the Monty Python, Life of Brian reference... please...
2/10
Over rated
erynmaguire4 March 2024
It was two and a half hours of nothing. The plot was drawn out, way to much. This movie could have been so much better if it was just an hour and a half long. The plot finally seemed to get good in the last half hour but I already hated the movie so it didn't really matter to me by then.

The acting was great, especially by Austin Butler because he seemed truly putrid. Though I really want to know why he didn't have teeth?! And why's no one talking about it?

Visually it was actually quite stunning, definitely high quality! Production value was definitely high.

But over all it was just way to boring, seemed like a whole lot of nothing and none of the characters were particularly likeable. I definitely wouldn't recommend watching it.
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6/10
amazing graphics and special effects but movie is extremely predictable
kushaicuni9 March 2024
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The special effects are beyond amazing, the lighting, the views, the sand, the sun rays and everything related to the photographic looks of it are what carries this movie. I strongly believe that the top actor picks (timonthee? And zendaya?) are there only because of their momental fame and all their controversies that surround their name rather than the rule suiting them. Timonthee really doesn't fill Paul's trousers in this role. Neither physically, nor psychologically. I would not have taken him seriously at all if I was one of the fighters there. He cannot obtain the "looks of a leader" neither the tone of the voice for such an important figure in the movie. Zendaya is honestly less worse but still, other figures could have done way better for this role. Also the plot is 95% predictable up untile the late movie. The script is what would come up in a chatgpt question: the savior, coming out of a honorable family that got slaughtered, hated by most, loved by the main female protagonist, suddenly he learns their language, tries to look like a rebel, a quick learner, starts to be loved by the community and suddenly rides the "biggest worm ever" (this part of the movie was soooo predictable and cringe). I don't like that the movie tries to make something new out of everything (those "dancing" walking moves in the sand) didn't look good. By the end of the movie things got a little better because I was not expecting that, but at the end again, the same plot. His clan was executed because his fathed believed "in the power of love/heart"? "he was a weak man" what in the Naruto world of Anime is this? Also the movie just left some for another movie at the end. If this was not the DUNE movie and if there wasn't the graphics team backing this up, this movie would have been a huge mistake and loss of money.
10/10
"star wars is the best science-fiction and saga of all time" SILENCE
estelredorta29 March 2024
DUNE IS THE BEST SCIENCE-FICTION AND IT WILL BE THE BEST SAGA OF ALL TIME.

Words can't describe my feelings for this.

A movie that leaves you speachless and shaking. A truly cinematic experience that could only be made by Denis Villenueve.

Dune I is as incredible as this one, but has a problem, since they have to introduce you all those futuristic terms and lore, they do it chaotically, so its more dificult to understand, and in the second, all is tied and you can follow it better.

All performance are incredible as they should since the actors are incredible talented.

Chani turned out to be my favorite charecter. Denis and Fran wrote her amazingly. Shes a girlboss, i hope she slaps Paul in the face.

Florence Pugh, Léa Seydoux, Rebecca Ferguson and Zendaya are gorgeous, they look at the screen and im dead, very beautiful women. Great Casting.

I was scared beforen seeing this movie, because when i saw the first one i was a little scared scine everything was new to me and the movie is so well done that makes you feel things.

Just Wow, amazing, beautiful and all the adjectives and sinonims that can describe this movie. Best movie of all time. I don't know what else to write because im not good at it.
6/10
Great if you don't know the story
deathgateminion3 March 2024
If you didn't read the Dune books and did not see the Dune movie from the 1980's then you will love the grandiose spectacle created with such an immense budget. Go see the movie or read the 9 and 10 star reviews to find out more if you require a complete and detailed synopsis before you can commit to watching a movie. You can stop reading here.

If you read the book and/or saw the movie from the 1980's then you will feel 5 stars or less is appropriate, depending on how disappointed all the negative aspects leave you. For this demographic I will explain why I don't believe it is the best movie ever made as others so excitedly proclaim.

1. Made the same time as part 1 but delayed for 2 years because WB wanted massive marketing to sell it. Last 2 part movie I will ever go see in the theater.

2. Part 1 was a long, drawn out bore fest for me when I saw it in the theater only to find out that it was only an intro to part 2. I include this because it is, in fact, part of this book and part of the story and part of the total experience.

3. Dune Part 2 leaves out main characters, main story arcs and in addition to being a very great disappointment for that reason, would impact any supposed Part 3 of the story in an even more dramatic separation from the books.

4. Deception by WB in two ways. First, spreading rumors of a part 3 so people will want to see this one feeling it will be an ongoing franchise like star wars or LOTR. Considering how long it took to release part 2 when it was filmed years ago, expect any part 3 to come out around 2030 or later. Secondly, this movie had 9.8 rating on IMDb before it was even released, with that number cited in numerous professional reviews and TV shows. Don't need a private detective to know they were fake or paid or friends and family of those involved with WB and/or the production. Or is it really the greatest movie ever to be made in the history of Cinema? Lol I understand, they need to recoup 200 million plus another billion in profit.

5. For me, its just too long to sit through. I admit I fell asleep during the Part 1 it was so boring. Maybe because I did know the story. Also, the sound was overwhelmingly loud, I was regretting not bringing ear plugs to the theater with me. Don't ever bring a young child to the theater to see this movie as it might damage their hearing.

For me its a one star because of the reasons I listed above and the fact that its just another remake anyway, nothing new here. But I realize that for many, spectacular special effects and action on a grandiose scale is what movie watching is all about, and of course it being the GOAT movie and worthy of a 10. (that's probably most of the audience and professional reviewers these days) Some times the story and especially conforming to a book, is irrelevant to the audience, so I split the difference with my rating.

My suggestion: if you have MAX then wait until it is released there in a few months.

Hopefully you appreciate an honest review with absolutely no detailed synopsis to spoil it for you.
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